Marvel Studios(SeaPRwire) - One of the most beloved strengths of the original Netflix Defenders series was how well they recreated the interconnected synergy of the MCU’s film branch for streaming television. Just like in the source comics, it feels deeply satisfying to watch Foggy Nelson cameo in Jessica Jones, or see Claire Temple move between the casts of Daredevil and Luke Cage. This approach lets audiences feel that these worlds are lived-in and all these characters share the same space, which avoids the common issue the MCU has faced recently: telling viewers the universe is connected without actually showing that connection.However, when all of these original shows were canceled roughly six years ago, the Defenders stepped off-screen for a time, leaving behind countless unresolved plot and relationship threads from their runs. When the revival series Daredevil: Born Again first launched, fans wondered whether Matt Murdock’s old allies would join him for his official jump into the wider MCU. Now that we have official confirmation that they will return in the show’s third season, it’s very likely that the backstories of Luke, Jessica, and Danny will stay mostly intact, just like Daredevil’s has. And with the release of episode 6 of Born Again’s second season, we know that at least one major storyline from the old Netflix shows — a plotline that’s central in the comics — is getting a meaningful follow-up in this new series.Jessica Jones’ return in episode 6 of Born Again finally brings her relationship with Luke Cage full circle. | NetflixWarning! Spoilers ahead for Daredevil: Born Again Season 2, Episode 6.In the latest episode, during an attack on Jessica’s suburban home planned by the mysterious Mr. Charles, it is revealed that Jessica Jones now has a daughter named Danielle, named in honor of her godfather Danny Rand. It is clear that the young girl, played by twin actors Anabelle Ivlev and Isabella Ivlev, is Jessica and Luke Cage’s child. Though Luke does not appear in the episode, if Jessica’s catch-up conversation with Matt is taken at face value, his absence is likely because the hero of Harlem is currently working for the U.S. government.Who is Danielle Cage In The Comics?In a dystopian alternate future ravaged by Thanos and Ultron, Dani Cage inherits the mantle of Captain America. | Marvel ComicsIn the original comic source material, Danielle was conceived after a drunken one-night encounter between Luke and Jessica. When Jessica found out she was pregnant, she ended things with her then-boyfriend Scott Lang, which pushed Luke to admit his feelings for her. Danielle was officially born in 2006’s The Pulse #16, and her parents married in New Avengers Annual #1. Even though Danielle is only three years old in Marvel’s mainline comic canon, she has already been a core part of multiple storylines — Jessica Jones: Purple Daughter, a three-issue limited digital series, sees Danielle suddenly develop purple skin, forcing Jessica to confront the possibility that her daughter is connected to her abuser Zebediah Kilgrave, also known as the Purple Man. There is also an alternate-universe version of Danielle from Earth-15061, first introduced in the 2015 Ultron Forever event. She comes from a future where Thanos kills most of Earth’s heroes, including her parents; after training with Natasha Romanoff, Danielle becomes the new Captain America. She wields Captain America’s shield, and is also a living shield herself thanks to the unbreakable skin she inherited from her father.In the 20 years since Luke and Jessica married in the comics, they have become one of the most popular couples not just in Marvel Comics, but across all of superhero comics. And Danielle was the catalyst that turned their long-running romance into an official union, recognized both legally and by their fellow Avengers. What Does Danielle’s Existence Mean For The Future?While we still don’t know for sure if Luke and Jessica are married in the current MCU, the fact that Danielle exists now is the perfect conclusion to Luke and Jessica’s will-they-won’t-they romance from the Netflix shows, and their new roles as superhero parents open up a natural, exciting new path for both characters. If their confirmed appearance in Daredevil: Born Again Season 3 is any indication, we could see much more of the couple — and Danielle — in MCU stories going forward.New episodes of Daredevil: Born Again premiere every Tuesday on Disney+. This article is provided by a third-party content provider. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) makes no warranties or representations regarding its content. Category: Top News, Daily News SeaPRwire provides global press release distribution services for companies and organizations, covering more than 6,500 media outlets, 86,000 editors and journalists, and over 3.5 million end-user desktop and mobile apps. SeaPRwire supports multilingual press release distribution in English, Japanese, German, Korean, French, Russian, Indonesian, Malay, Vietnamese, Chinese, and more.
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Akkodis Named a Leader in ISG Provider Lens(TM) Digital Engineering Services 2026 Reports
Zurich, Apr 23, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Akkodis, a global leader in digital engineering consulting and part of the Adecco Group has been named a "Leader" by Information Services Group (ISG) in the ISG Provider Lens™ Digital Engineering Services 2026 reports, recognizing the company's strength across critical engineering and technology domains in Europe and the United States.Image: Akkodis named leader in ISG Digital Engineering Services 2026. Source: AkkodisAkkodis earned Leader status in the following quadrants:Augmented Design and R&D Services (Europe)Intelligent Operations and Connected Experiences (Europe)Integrated Platform and Application Services (Europe and U.S.)Leadership in augmented design & R&D servicesISG highlights Akkodis' expertise in end‑to‑end product development, including systems architecture, Model-based Systems Engineering (MBSE) integration, unified tool chains and multi‑domain engineering. The company's digital twin methodologies support deep physical-digital integration for safety‑critical products. By integrating engineering and digital toolchains, Akkodis accelerates agile product development from concept to lifecycle management across automotive, aerospace, rail and industrial sectors.ISG also recognizes Akkodis' leadership in software-defined vehicle (SDV) engineering, with capabilities spanning hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) automation, telemetry pipelines, cloud‑scale validation and AI‑supported analytics. This has been successfully showcased through the Akkodis SDV Academy where clients accelerate advanced driver‑assistance systems (ADAS) and SDV verification while addressing engineering talent gaps. Expertise in embedded systems, sensor fusion and real‑time software reinforces Akkodis' position across mobility, industrial and defense applications.Advancing intelligent operations & connected experiencesISG recognizes Akkodis for advancing industrial intelligence and transforming factory and mission-critical operations. Through smart commissioning frameworks, digital twins and advanced simulation tools, the company helps clients accelerate digital factory planning, reduce layout risks and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). Akkodis also supports predictive quality and maintenance through acoustic sensing, physics-based AI and data-driven diagnostics. Its operations capabilities (including ruggedized hardware engineering, over-the-air (OTA) lifecycle management and industrial asset health solutions), have been applied across industries and asset-intensive environments requiring reliability, safety compliance, environmental resilience and long-term continuity.Strength in Integrated Platform & Application ServicesAkkodis' digital solutions advance AI‑led autonomous engineering by accelerating validation, enhancing quality and enabling compliance‑by‑design at scale. In Europe, ISG highlights Akkodis' Unified AI Platform, powered by AI-Core, alongside its deep expertise in cloud, hybrid and sovereign architectures, including AWS, Azure and sovereign deployments, which helps organizations balance agility with security, compliance and data residency requirements.In the U.S., ISG cites Akkodis' leadership in cloud‑native, MACH‑aligned modernization. Its AI‑enabled development frameworks embed intelligence into workflows, accelerating modernization and enabling personalized digital experiences. DevSecOps, compliance‑by‑design models and a secure, modular AI‑Core platform, enable Akkodis to provide scalable, cloud‑native innovation and flexible integration across modern enterprise and platform ecosystems."We are proud to receive this recognition from ISG which underscores the depth of Akkodis' global digital engineering expertise and our ability to combine AI‑driven engineering, cloud‑agnostic platforms and compliance‑by‑design at global scale to help clients innovate with Akkodis Intelligence across dynamic and complex environments," said Jo Debecker, President & CEO of Akkodis.Shirish Madhukar Kulkarni, Lead Analyst, ISG, said, "Akkodis uniquely combines deep engineering expertise with AI‑led digital twins and scalable platforms to enable faster product innovation, resilient operations, and connected, data‑driven experiences." Srinivasan P N, Senior Lead Analyst, ISG added, "Akkodis' leadership is rooted in four decades of European engineering excellence, where systems engineering, validation depth and software defined innovation converge through Akkodis Intelligence to deliver trusted, AI enabled digital engineering at scale."Media contactsAnne FriedrichSVP, Global Head of Communications, AkkodisM. +4915174633470E. anne.friedrich@adeccogroup.comLisa BushkaVP, External Communications, AkkodisM. +18604630770E. lisa.bushka@adeccogroup.comAbout AkkodisAkkodis is a global digital engineering consulting company that enables organizations to innovate and accelerate by applying technology to redefine how processes and products are developed, powered and optimized. With deep expertise across AI, data, cloud, edge and software engineering, we offer best-in-class technology consultancy. Through our strong, scalable delivery models and specialized talent, we provide end-to-end solutions, from strategy and consulting through implementation. Our commitment to Akkodis Intelligence helps businesses connect the exponential power of technology with the irreplaceable strengths of human thinking and collaboration. Part of the Adecco Group and headquartered in Switzerland, Akkodis brings together 40,000 engineers and digital experts in over 30 countries, with services that span Consulting, Solutions and Academy. With deep experience across the world's major industries, Akkodis empowers businesses to solve complex challenges and achieve sustainable impact. akkodis.com | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | XAbout the Adecco GroupThe Adecco Group is the world's leading talent company. Our purpose is making the future work for everyone. Through our three global business units - Adecco, Akkodis and LHH - across 60 countries, we enable sustainable and lifelong employability for individuals, deliver digital and engineering solutions to power transformation and empower organisations to optimise their workforces. The Adecco Group leads by example and is committed to an inclusive culture, fostering sustainable employability, and supporting resilient economies and communities. The Adecco Group AG is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland (ISIN: CH0012138605) and listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ADEN). www.adeccogroup.comAbout ISGISG (Information Services Group) is a leading global technology research and advisory firm. A trusted business partner to more than 900 clients, including more than 75 of the world's top 100 enterprises, ISG is committed to helping corporations, public sector organizations, and service and technology providers achieve operational excellence and faster growth. The firm specializes in digital transformation services, including automation, cloud and data analytics; sourcing advisory; managed governance and risk services; network carrier services; strategy and operations design; change management; market intelligence and technology research and analysis. Founded in 2006, and based in Stamford, Conn., ISG employs more than 1,600 digital-ready professionals operating in more than 20 countries-a global team known for its innovative thinking, market influence, deep industry and technology expertise, and world-class research and analytical capabilities based on the industry's most comprehensive marketplace data. For more information, visit www.isg-one.com.SOURCE: Akkodis Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Ex-mexican beauty queen found dead; investigators looking into possible family connection: reports
(SeaPRwire) - Per local reports, a former Mexican beauty pageant titleholder was found fatally shot inside her Mexico City apartment, as investigators look into the potential involvement of her mother-in-law in the case. 27-year-old Carolina Flores Gómez was discovered dead inside an apartment in the Polanco neighborhood, one of the most upscale districts in the city, according to reporting from Reporte Índigo, a Mexico-based news outlet. Authorities confirmed the death is being treated as a homicide, after initial findings showed she sustained a gunshot wound to the head. Emergency responders were summoned to the site, where paramedics confirmed she had no vital signs. Prosecutors are probing whether Flores Gómez’s mother-in-law Erika María, alongside a man referred to in reports as her partner or husband, may have had a role in her death. Mexican news outlet Azteca Guerrero reported that the man, identified as Alejandro, has accused his mother of killing Flores Gómez. The same outlet also noted that the victim’s mother-in-law was present at the scene when the gunshot was fired, and that authorities are reviewing the timeline of when the incident was formally reported. Preliminary reports cited by Mexican news outlet Diario Puntual show that a security guard at the apartment building did not hear any gunshots, adding ambiguity to the details of how the crime unfolded. Diario Puntual also reported that authorities in Baja California, Mexico, have also taken action related to the case. Baja California Governor Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda expressed solidarity with the victim’s relatives and called for full clarity to be brought to the case. State prosecutor María Elena Andrade Ramírez also stated that they are coordinating with Mexico City authorities to provide support for the investigation. Flores Gómez had participated in beauty pageants previously, and was crowned Miss Teen Universe Baja California in 2017. The case has drawn widespread attention across Mexico amid continued public concerns over violence targeting women, with advocacy groups calling for a comprehensive investigation into all circumstances surrounding her death. The investigation into the incident remains active and ongoing. This article is provided by a third-party content provider. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) makes no warranties or representations regarding its content. Category: Top News, Daily News SeaPRwire provides global press release distribution services for companies and organizations, covering more than 6,500 media outlets, 86,000 editors and journalists, and over 3.5 million end-user desktop and mobile apps. SeaPRwire supports multilingual press release distribution in English, Japanese, German, Korean, French, Russian, Indonesian, Malay, Vietnamese, Chinese, and more.
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‘Evil Dead Burn’ Trailer Shows Sequel Arriving Earlier Than Expected
Image source: YouTube(SeaPRwire) - Over the span of 45 years, the Evil Dead franchise has only released five films, making it one of the few horror series that can boast it has never put out a poorly received installment... so far. The closest the franchise has come to a critical letdown was the 2013 dark, gritty Evil Dead reboot helmed by Fede Alvarez; that film earned a lukewarm 64 percent score from both critics and audiences on Rotten Tomatoes, though 2023’s Evil Dead Rise, directed by Lee Cronin (you may recognize him for Lee Cronin’s The Mummy), won both groups back with a solid 85 percent critic and 75 percent audience rating split.Next to the 10-year gap between the two prior Evil Dead films, the three-year stretch between Evil Dead Rise and the upcoming sixth entry in the film franchise (don’t forget the separate Ash Vs. Evil Dead series exists), Evil Dead Burn, feels barely noticeable. Upholding another longstanding franchise tradition of lifting up emerging horror filmmakers, French director Sébastien Vaniček is leading this new release, following his eerie 2023 debut feature Infested. That film was set in the tight, cramped space of a suburban Paris high-rise apartment block, and was filled with the creative camera work and high-stakes horror action that have come to define modern Evil Dead titles.The first teaser for Evil Dead Burn carries that same urgent energy, tracking a woman played by Swiss actress Souheila Yacoub in a single, uncut shot as she wakes up with a head wound in a dim, dusty house, then crawls across a living room floor, twisting and ducking out of the way as Deadite chaos erupts all around her. Similar to Infested, the teaser hints at a non-stop, high-intensity viewing experience — the soundtrack is dominated by screams and crashing noises, layered under Yacoub’s frantic gasps — making use of the larger budget that comes with a major American studio production. The stunt work is particularly striking, as characters dart in and out of the frame before being grabbed and dragged off (or hurled through furniture) by ravenous Deadites. The only notable potential drawback is that the cinematography is very dim, making the action hard to make out on all but the most perfectly calibrated screens.Warner Bros. clearly has high confidence in Evil Dead Burn, shifting its release forward two weeks from its original July 24 slot to a new premiere date of July 10. This puts the R-rated horror feature up against Disney’s live-action Moana remake in theaters, though audience overlap between the two titles is expected to be very small. The official synopsis for the film reads as follows: “EVIL DEAD BURN delivers the franchise’s most brutal, bone-chilling ride to date, exploding onto big screens with an all-new chapter of bloodshed and demonic chaos. After her husband passes away, a woman seeks comfort with her in-laws at their remote family home. As household members are turned into Deadites one by one — turning their gathering into a nightmarish family reunion — she learns that the vows she took while alive… remain binding even in death.”Evil Dead Burn will premiere in theaters on July 10. This article is provided by a third-party content provider. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) makes no warranties or representations regarding its content. Category: Top News, Daily News SeaPRwire provides global press release distribution services for companies and organizations, covering more than 6,500 media outlets, 86,000 editors and journalists, and over 3.5 million end-user desktop and mobile apps. SeaPRwire supports multilingual press release distribution in English, Japanese, German, Korean, French, Russian, Indonesian, Malay, Vietnamese, Chinese, and more.
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GA Ventures Ltd Announces Official Launch of FastX, a New Generation Global Trading Exchange
George Town, Cayman Islands – April 23, 2026 – (SeaPRwire) – GA Ventures Ltd today announced the official launch of FastX, a next-generation exchange built for professional and active traders who require institutional‑grade tools without surrendering custody or control of their assets. FastX goes live globally on 5 May, with traders able to access the platform directly at fastx.co. FastX combines deep on‑chain liquidity, multi‑asset perpetual futures markets, and an advanced copy-trading engine designed to bridge the gap between traditional finance and the decentralized digital asset ecosystem. By leveraging blockchain technology, the platform delivers low‑latency mirroring of trades across major decentralized networks worldwide—while keeping users in full control of their own wallets and risk. “FastX was created by traders for traders,” said Adelene, Chief Executive Officer of FastX. “We’ve spent our careers on Wall Street desks and in crypto markets, and we’ve seen the same problems repeat: opaque execution, misaligned incentives, and copytrading systems that ask users to blindly outsource decisions. FastX is our answer—a decentralised, transparent infrastructure layer where traders keep custody, and technology works to augment, not replace, their edge.” Backed by a team of veteran traders with more than 50 years of combined experience across top Wall Street institutions and leading crypto trading firms, FastX is built from the ground up as a decentralised protocol. Users connect their own wallets, maintain self‑custody at all times, and interact with smart contracts that execute trades on‑chain, rather than relying on a centralised broker or custodial exchange. At launch, FastX will offer: Deep, on‑chain liquidity across a wide range of perpetual markets, designed to support serious position sizes with tight spreads and minimal slippage. A fast, intuitive trading interface accessible directly via fastx.co, allowing traders to plug in with their preferred wallet and start trading in minutes. A transparent affiliate and points system that shares a meaningful portion of platform fees with the community and rewards traders and partners who help grow liquidity and volume. The flagship feature of FastX is its next‑generation copytrading system. Unlike traditional social trading products that mirror orders on a single venue with unpredictable delays, FastX’s engine is designed to route and synchronise copy trades across major decentralised exchanges, layering those capabilities on top of FastX’s own liquidity. The result is a copytrading experience that aims to: Minimise latency between lead and follower execution. Mitigate structural risks such as slippage, desync, and obvious forms of manipulation. Exploit decentralised advantages, such as transparent on‑chain track records and programmable risk controls, without turning the platform into a centralised black box. “Copytrading has always been typecast as a blind, autonomous disaster waiting to happen,” Adelene added. “FastX takes the opposite stance. We use technology to bring more transparency, not less—on‑chain track records, built‑in risk parameters, and infrastructure that reduces front‑running and execution games wherever possible. Over time, our goal is to layer AI‑driven intelligence on top of this foundation so that users can benefit from advanced analytics and risk management, rather than just ‘follow and hope’.” FastX is currently seed‑funded by a network of angels deeply embedded in the global crypto trading ecosystem. These backers share a common view that the next generation of markets will be built on open, verifiable rails and that traders deserve better, more transparent instrumentation for expressing and managing risk. GA Ventures and FastX are assembling a strong advisory board of experienced traders, market makers, and technologists to guide the exchange through its next phase of growth. As a decentralised protocol, FastX does not take custody of user funds and does not operate as a traditional broker. All positions, liquidations, and fee flows are visible on‑chain, giving traders clear, verifiable insight into how the system behaves under all market conditions. “Our vision is simple,” said Adelene. “We want professional‑grade perpetuals and intelligent copytrading to live where they belong: on transparent, decentralised infrastructure, not in a black box. Launching FastX on 5 May is the first step. From here, we’ll continue to ship faster execution, smarter tooling, and AI‑enhanced copytrading that helps traders survive and thrive in 24/7 markets.” Traders can learn more and access the exchange at https://fastx.co. About GA Ventures Ltd GA Ventures Ltd, incorporated in the Cayman Islands, focuses on building decentralised financial infrastructure and tools for professional traders and sophisticated market participants. The company backs products that prioritise self‑custody, transparency, and robust risk management in rapidly evolving digital asset markets. Media Contact Brand: FastX Perpetuals Exchange (GA Ventures Ltd) Email: support@fastx.co Contact: Ella HuangWebsite: https://fastx.co/
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Sinch Mailgun Report: Companies are Leaving Email Performance on the Table
SINGAPORE, Apr 23, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Sinch Mailgun, part of Sinch, has released its Email Impact Report 2026, introducing new industry benchmarks across 10 high-volume sending sectors and revealing a gap between email performance and execution.Based on insights from more than 400 billion emails sent in 2025 and a global survey of over 1,200 email senders, the report shows that while email remains a critical, high-performing channel, poor deliverability is leaving significant revenue on the table. Nearly 18% of emails fail to reach the inbox, putting up to a fifth of potential return on investment at risk for many organisations.78% of respondents say email is critical to business success. At the same time, the research highlights a growing disconnect between performance and execution, driven by gaps in measurement, deliverability practices and AI application.“APAC businesses rely heavily on email to drive sales, loyalty and customer experience but many are not set up to capture its full value,” said Ginger Kidd, Vice President Marketing & Communications APAC at Sinch. “What we see in this data reflects what’s happening locally: brands are investing in email and seeing strong returns, yet there is still a high number of messages that never reach inboxes. For instance, in a market as competitive and cost-conscious as Australia, marketers simply can’t afford for emails to get lost in inboxes. When budgets are under pressure, fixing deliverability is one of the fastest ways to unlock more value from the spend they already have.”AI adoption is widespread, but its impact remains uneven. Many teams focus on basic use cases such as content generation, while higher-impact applications such as optimisation, segmentation and deliverability remain underutilised. Organisations that use AI more effectively are significantly more likely to report improved email performance.Ginger Kidd said: "Across the diverse markets of APAC, we’re seeing a common theme: marketers are enthusiastically adopting AI, but the initial focus has primarily been on content creation. The true opportunity now lies in leveraging AI for smarter decision-making. For instance, who to send to, how often, and with what level of risk. This strategic shift is the key to ensuring every campaign improves performance, not just adds volume.“The most sophisticated teams are already using AI to predict which subscribers are at risk of disengaging, to fine-tune send times and to protect sender reputation. That’s where we’re seeing a real uplift in performance, not just faster content production.”Key findings of the report include:60% of companies measuring email ROI report returns above $10 for every $1 spentMore than 1 in 10 achieve returns as high as 40:146% say AI improves speed and efficiency41% of teams use AI to generate email content23% say AI has not improved their email programs49% report improved email performance year-over-year79% plan to maintain or increase investment in emailFewer than half of organisations can confidently measure email ROIAbout the reportThe Email Impact Report 2026 combines:Data from 400+ billion emails sent in 2025Insights from 1,200+ email senders globallyBenchmarks across 10 high-volume industriesRead more about the report here.About SinchSinch’s vision is to connect every business with every customer, everywhere in the world. With the industry’s most trusted foundation for intelligent customer communications, Sinch powers over 900 billion customer interactions annually for more than 200,000 customers across the globe. Leading global companies, including AI innovators, rely on Sinch to strengthen customer relationships and deliver seamless experiences across messaging, email and voice. Profitable since its founding in 2008, Sinch generated net sales of USD 3 billion (SEK 27 billion) in 2025 and has over 4,000 Sinchers in 60 countries, with headquarters in Stockholm. Sinch is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm (XSTO: SINCH). Visit us at sinch.com.About Sinch MailgunSinch Mailgun is the email infrastructure platform built for developers and businesses that demand reliable, high-performance delivery at scale. Trusted by companies worldwide, Mailgun powers transactional, marketing, and programmatic email through a developer-first API, advanced deliverability tools, and real-time analytics. As part of Sinch — the industry’s most trusted foundation for intelligent customer communications — Mailgun connects businesses to their customers through every send, at every scale. Visit us at mailgun.com.For more information, please contact:Tracey ChooCommunications Manager, APAC at SinchE-mail: tracey.choo@sinch.com Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Three Years On, A Nearly Cancelled Movie Finally Arrives In Theaters
Ketchup Entertainment(SeaPRwire) - Among the major film studios, Warner Bros. has gained a reputation for its particularly ruthless approach to its own productions. While companies like Disney have removed original content from streaming platforms to cut costs, Warner Bros. has taken things a step further by shelving completed films to claim tax write-offs. This trend began with Batgirl, followed by several Scooby-Doo projects. Coyote vs. Acme nearly met the same fate, but following significant public outcry, the film was rescued from the vault by independent distributor Ketchup Entertainment.Originally scheduled for a July 2023 debut, this live-action and animation hybrid is now slated for an August 2026 release, and we finally have a glimpse of the project we almost lost. You can view the trailer below.Coyote vs. Acme is not your standard Looney Tunes feature. Inspired by a New Yorker piece by humorist Ian Frazier, the film follows Wile E. Coyote as he initiates a lawsuit against the Acme Corporation after their faulty products consistently fail him in his attempts to catch the Roadrunner. The trailer introduces lawyer Kevin Avery (Will Forte), who represents the Coyote in a suit against Acme and its ruthless attorney, Buddy Crane (John Cena). The film also features appearances by iconic characters such as Bugs Bunny and Porky Pig.The movie is more than just a series of slapstick gags; a significant portion of the narrative functions as a legal drama featuring cartoon characters testifying in court. Although Wile E. Coyote remains silent, he finds a way to stand up against corporate power.The film boasts an impressive creative team to complement its cast. The screenplay was penned by Samy Burch, the Oscar-nominated writer of Todd Haynes’ May December, based on a story developed by Burch, Moon Knight head writer Jeremy Slater, and current DC Studios Co-President James Gunn.John Cena plays smarmy lawyer Buddy Crane in Coyote vs. Acme. | Ketchup EntertainmentKetchup Entertainment has previous experience with the Looney Tunes franchise: the sci-fi adventure The Day the Earth Blew Up was initially intended for HBO Max, but after Warner Bros. opted to seek other distributors, it received a theatrical release that earned largely favorable reviews.With its unique premise, blend of animation and live-action, and high-profile talent, Coyote vs. Acme is poised to attract theatergoers. However, its most compelling hook may be its troubled history—the fact that it is a film Warner Bros. attempted to bury. As comedian Gianmarco Soresi noted on X, “I feel like I have a moral responsibility to see this movie.”Coyote vs. Acme premieres in theaters on August 28, 2026. This article is provided by a third-party content provider. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) makes no warranties or representations regarding its content. Category: Top News, Daily News SeaPRwire provides global press release distribution services for companies and organizations, covering more than 6,500 media outlets, 86,000 editors and journalists, and over 3.5 million end-user desktop and mobile apps. SeaPRwire supports multilingual press release distribution in English, Japanese, German, Korean, French, Russian, Indonesian, Malay, Vietnamese, Chinese, and more.
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What We Know So Far About Netflix’s Gundam Movie
Shochiku(SeaPRwire) - Certain things are made for the big screen. Marvel’s cinematic universe is a perfect example, as is Star Wars (even though the franchise has found relative success on streaming platforms like Disney+). But lately, these major franchises have struggled to hold their ground at the box office, and the same could be said for an even riskier project—like a live-action reboot of a beloved anime. This might not be the only reason Gundam, a long-enduring franchise, moved from Legendary Pictures (the studio behind mecha films like Pacific Rim) to Netflix… but it’s certainly a factor that can’t be ignored.Watching Netflix go all out for a live-action Gundam movie feels almost fantastical. The streamer is no stranger to blockbuster content: it’s produced several engaging action films and sci-fi epics that could have easily dominated theaters. But Gundam might be their boldest gamble yet. As the first live-action entry in a decades-spanning giant robot franchise, it won’t be easy to please long-time fans while drawing in new ones. With its recently announced, buzzworthy cast, Netflix is hoping to make a strong first impression. Whether it can beat the odds for well-intentioned anime adaptations remains a mystery—but for now, here’s everything we know about Netflix’s Gundam movie.What is the Gundam release date?Surprisingly, Netflix hasn’t shared any details about when the Gundam movie will be released. The streamer confirmed production officially started in April 2026, so it’s safe to assume we could see it premiere on Netflix either in 2027 or 2028.Who is directing Gundam?Jim Mickle, showrunner of Sweet Tooth, will direct the live-action Gundam movie. | NetflixWhile Kong: Skull Island director Jordan Vogt-Roberts was initially attached to helm the Gundam movie, he left the project in 2024. Netflix is now keeping the project in-house by tapping Jim Mickle to write, direct, and produce the film. Mickle co-developed the Netflix series Sweet Tooth alongside showrunner Beth Schwartz, so he’s familiar with the streamer’s inner workings—and with building immersive worlds that require viewers to suspend their disbelief.What is Netflix’s Gundam about?Gundam is set to make history as the first live-action adventure in this long-running animated universe. According to its official synopsis, the film tells an original story—though it sounds a lot like a reboot of the original anime, Mobile Suit Gundam. It takes place in the franchise’s core timeline, the “Universal Century,” a distant future where humanity has colonized planets across the galaxy. When Earth’s space colonies rise up to start an intergalactic conflict, two rival mech pilots on opposite sides of the fight are “pulled into a high-stakes race across the stars that could define the fate of humanity. With awe-inspiring battles, intimate human emotion, and an epic cinematic scale, this is Gundam like it’s [never] been seen before.”Who is in the cast of Gundam?Sydney Sweeney (Euphoria, Immaculate) and Noah Centineo (Street Fighter) have been linked to Gundam for some time—and they’ll likely play the rival pilots operating giant fighting robots.Below is a list of other actors joining them on this galaxy-spanning journey:Jackson White (Tell Me Lies)Shioli Kutsuna (Invasion)Nonso Anozie (Sweet Tooth)Michael Mando (Spider-Man: Brand New Day)Javon “Wanna” Walton (Euphoria)Oleksandr Rudynskyi (The Agency)Ida Brooke (Dune: Part Three)Gemma Chua-Tran (Heartbreak High)Jason Isaacs (Harry Potter, Star Wars: Rebels)Is there a trailer for Gundam?Since production on Gundam has only just begun, Netflix hasn’t released a trailer for the upcoming film yet. Inverse will provide an update as soon as new promotional material drops.Will there be a Gundam 2?Right now, Netflix’s Gundam is shaping up to be a standalone film, but there’s plenty of franchise potential. Gundam is just the latest addition to a long line of stories set in this universe, and if audiences embrace Mickle’s take—and, more importantly, if the production doesn’t exceed Netflix’s budget—there’s every chance it could spawn a sequel or even a trilogy. This article is provided by a third-party content provider. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) makes no warranties or representations regarding its content. Category: Top News, Daily News SeaPRwire provides global press release distribution services for companies and organizations, covering more than 6,500 media outlets, 86,000 editors and journalists, and over 3.5 million end-user desktop and mobile apps. SeaPRwire supports multilingual press release distribution in English, Japanese, German, Korean, French, Russian, Indonesian, Malay, Vietnamese, Chinese, and more.
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Landlords allegedly placing ‘Muslim-only’ apartment ads in violation of national equality act, report finds
(SeaPRwire) - A recent local media investigation indicates that certain landlords in England are reportedly advertising "Muslim-only" accommodation online.The Telegraph's inquiry uncovered alleged advertisements on platforms like Facebook, Gumtree, and Telegram in London, which included phrases such as "only for Muslims," "for 2 Muslim boys or 2 Muslim girls," and "Muslims preferred."Additionally, some advertisements targeted Punjabi and Gujarati speakers, and certain job postings on these platforms were exclusively for men.Listings were also found specifying "Hindu only," alongside others that appeared to use religious undertones, such as "The house should be alcohol and smoke-free."On Facebook, Roshan Properties, a company, reportedly published numerous listings indicating "prefer Muslim boy," "one double room is available for Muslims," and "suitable for Punjabi boy."These advertisements contravene Britain's Equality Act 2010, which forbids discrimination based on religion or belief, race, and other protected attributes.Robert Jenrick, Reform UK’s economic spokesman, informed The Telegraph that "These adverts are disgusting and anti-British. It goes without saying that there would be a national outrage if the tables were turned." He added, "All forms of racism are unacceptable, and no religious group should get a special exemption to discriminate in this way."When questioned by The Telegraph about a "Muslims only" room advertised for $1,150 and its availability to individuals of other faiths, one landlord reportedly responded with "go away."A Gumtree spokesperson informed the newspaper that the company maintains clear policies against unlawful discrimination.The spokesperson stated, "We take reports of inappropriate listings very seriously." They further clarified, "The ads referenced appear to relate to private rooms within shared homes, where existing occupants may express preferences about who they live with. This is different from renting out an entire property, which is subject to stricter rules under the Equality Act." This article is provided by a third-party content provider. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) makes no warranties or representations regarding its content. Category: Top News, Daily News SeaPRwire provides global press release distribution services for companies and organizations, covering more than 6,500 media outlets, 86,000 editors and journalists, and over 3.5 million end-user desktop and mobile apps. SeaPRwire supports multilingual press release distribution in English, Japanese, German, Korean, French, Russian, Indonesian, Malay, Vietnamese, Chinese, and more.
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Iran agrees to halt the execution of eight women tied to anti-regime protests following Trump’s public appeal
(SeaPRwire) - President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that Iran has halted the planned executions of eight women connected to anti-government protests, following his plea for their release the day before."Excellent news! I have been informed that the eight female protesters who were slated for execution tonight in Iran will no longer be put to death," Trump posted on Truth Social. It is reported that four of the women will be freed immediately, while the other four will serve one-month sentences in prison. The president expressed his gratitude to Iran for stopping the capital punishment, stating, "I am very appreciative that Iran and its leaders respected my request."On Tuesday, Trump had suggested on social media that releasing the women would be a positive step for Iran during negotiations held later that day, where he eventually announced a two-week extension of a ceasefire."To the Iranian leadership, who are about to negotiate with my representatives: I would greatly value the release of these women," Trump stated on Tuesday in response to an activist's post on X that featured photos of eight unidentified women."I am certain they will appreciate your actions. Please ensure they are not harmed! It would serve as a great start to our negotiations!!!"However, Iran’s judiciary quickly disputed Trump’s claims, according to the media outlet New Arab, denying that the women were ever facing the death penalty."Trump was once again misled by false reports," the judiciary's official Mizan Online site stated. "Some of the women claimed to be facing execution have been released, while others are facing charges that, if upheld, would result in imprisonment at most."Human rights organizations reported that Iran had scheduled the execution of a female protester linked to the January uprising last week, marking the first publicly reported case of a woman facing the death penalty in Tehran. Identified as Bita Hemmati, she is among the eight women Trump mentioned would no longer face execution. The National Council of Resistance of Iran stated that Hemmati was originally sentenced in a joint case involving her husband and neighbors. According to federal authorities, the group allegedly threw objects like concrete blocks and incendiary materials from rooftops on January 8 and 9, injuring security forces and spreading anti-regime "propaganda" to undermine security. An Iranian journalist shared the identities of the other women on X, noting that some of the defendants are as young as 16.One specific individual, 33-year-old Mahboubeh Shabani, was accused of helping protesters injured during the January uprising, according to the Norway-based rights group Hengaw.The rulings against these women are part of a series of recent punishments issued during a wider government crackdown on dissent.Rights groups estimate that thousands of protesters may have been killed since the demonstrations began earlier this year. This article is provided by a third-party content provider. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) makes no warranties or representations regarding its content. Category: Top News, Daily News SeaPRwire provides global press release distribution services for companies and organizations, covering more than 6,500 media outlets, 86,000 editors and journalists, and over 3.5 million end-user desktop and mobile apps. SeaPRwire supports multilingual press release distribution in English, Japanese, German, Korean, French, Russian, Indonesian, Malay, Vietnamese, Chinese, and more.
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Five years ago, Netflix unveiled what it believed would be its next big franchise. So why was it canceled?
Netflix(SeaPRwire) - Following the monumental success of Game of Thrones, television networks and streaming platforms have been in a constant search for the next major fantasy phenomenon. However, very few have managed to achieve the same level of cultural impact as HBO's iconic series, which was one of the last true watercooler shows.Five years ago, however, Netflix debuted a series that appeared to have the potential to match that success: a fantasy show inspired by history that blended extensive worldbuilding with a compelling and highly likable ensemble of characters. The question remains: why did this not become Netflix's latest blockbuster franchise? The answer, ultimately, lies in timing.Lowly cartographer Alina Starkov finds herself a Chosen One in Netflix’s Shadow and Bone. | NetflixIn April 2021, Netflix premiered Shadow and Bone, a high-quality fantasy adaptation of Leigh Bardugo's "Grishaverse" book series. The narrative centers on Alina Starkov (Jessie Mei Li), a young orphan who learns she is a Grisha—an individual born with a specific form of innate magic. Unlike typical Grisha, who each master a single power like manipulating fire, water, or emotions, Alina is revealed to be the Sun Summoner, a prophesied being with the ability to control light.She unlocks this ability while journeying through the Shadow Fold, a perilous, monster-infested darkness that splits her nation in two. Upon escaping the Fold, her life is transformed instantly, leading her to a fateful encounter with General Kirigan (Ben Barnes), the Shadow Summoner, who is both her destined counterpart and romantic interest.From the very first episode, showrunner Eric Heisserer creates a stunning vision of the nation of Ravka, blending Victorian influences with rich cultural details. A key strength of the series, however, is a secondary storyline involving a motley crew called the Six of Crows on their own daring mission. While these characters' exploits were not part of the original Grishaverse novel, their integration into the plot made the television adaptation exceptionally well-suited for the screen.Despite a planned Six of Crows spinoff, the world of Shadow and Bone was cut off prematurely. | NetflixThe first season of Shadow and Bone quickly amassed a large and dedicated following, which led to a ambitious, though somewhat crowded, second season. The show seemed poised to become Netflix's successor to Stranger Things, and fan excitement grew in March 2023 when Heisserer revealed he had been secretly developing a Six of Crows spinoff.Subsequently, the industry-wide strikes began. The combined WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes brought Hollywood to a standstill for months. After resolutions were reached, numerous productions faced delays or cancellations. For Netflix, this included a number of shows in development, along with Shadow and Bone. "The series spent five weeks in the weekly Top 10 for English-language series without getting to No.1," Deadline reported. "That, coupled with the potential delay of Season 3, likely factored into the decision not to move forward."Perhaps this was the intended outcome—Shadow and Bone now stands as a preserved glimpse into a magical world, rather than an overextended franchise crowded with spinoffs. Its story may be cut short, but the existing series is remarkable. And if Alina Starkov were given the choice to trade her show's continuation for equitable treatment in Hollywood, she would undoubtedly make that sacrifice without hesitation.Shadow and Bone Seasons 1 and 2 are now streaming on Netflix. This article is provided by a third-party content provider. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) makes no warranties or representations regarding its content. Category: Top News, Daily News SeaPRwire provides global press release distribution services for companies and organizations, covering more than 6,500 media outlets, 86,000 editors and journalists, and over 3.5 million end-user desktop and mobile apps. SeaPRwire supports multilingual press release distribution in English, Japanese, German, Korean, French, Russian, Indonesian, Malay, Vietnamese, Chinese, and more.
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Released hostage Rom Braslavski recounts abuse and starvation during his 738-day captivity in Gaza
(SeaPRwire) - EXCLUSIVE: In an exclusive interview with Digital, released hostage Rom Braslavski recounted the physical and emotional mistreatment he suffered while held above ground by Palestinian terrorists in Gaza, noting that he sometimes survived on only half a pita bread and a piece of cheese. He also reported being injected with an unidentified substance after collapsing from exhaustion while being moved within the Strip.Braslavski, 19, was taken captive from the Supernova festival during the Hamas-led massacre on Oct. 7, 2023. At the time, he was working as a security guard to fulfill his mandatory military service—a detail he kept hidden for months. For the first four months of his detention, he pretended to be a 16-year-old shawarma vendor at the festival.Later, a terrorist described by Braslavski as a cyber expert for Palestinian Islamic Jihad arrived with a laptop and headphones and began interrogating him. Fearing his cover was compromised, Braslavski disclosed his true identity."They immediately cut my food rations by three-quarters. I was reduced to half a pita, some cheese, a rotten tomato, and a small bottle of water, whereas before I received two or three pitas and a liter of water," he told Digital.Braslavski stated that for the subsequent three months, he was kept in solitary confinement without sunlight, describing the isolation as so bleak and lonely that he began banging his head against the wall.He was then forced to march to a massive camp of approximately 20,000 tents near Nasser Hospital. During the journey, he collapsed from hunger and exhaustion, was injected with an unknown substance, and was compelled to keep moving."I was surrounded by Islamic Jihad members. No one told me our destination. I wept, believing they were going to execute me or take me into a tunnel to torture me more severely," Braslavski told Digital."I walked without strength, breathing as if each breath were my last, thinking I would never see daylight again. But I kept going."At the camp, Braslavski noted that the tents were densely packed with no privacy, and vehicles destroyed by missiles had been repurposed as makeshift shelters. The camp housed donkeys and camels, and people relieved themselves in the open. He recalled the extreme heat made breathing difficult.Braslavski stayed in one of these tents for four months. Although the terrorist in charge ordered others not to harm him, one of the four guards—a young man whose name Braslavski withheld—disregarded those instructions."He tried everything to break me. Once, he brought me food, spat in it, and made me eat it. He humiliated me constantly. I had a small opening in the tent for air, and he would come and block it. When I said I couldn't breathe, he would slap me and laugh with the others. He showed me videos of violence against our soldiers. He would tie my hands and feet for no reason," Braslavski said.Despite orders against unprovoked physical harm, Braslavski said the guard frequently insulted him, threatened his family, and coerced him into degrading acts until it became intolerable.Braslavski told Digital that the abuse filled him with overwhelming hatred, leading him to attack the guard with full force, using any available object to inflict injury, eventually succeeding."He ran to get his Kalashnikov, and I realized I could either keep fighting or take a bullet to the head. I struck him with all my strength. He grew weak. I was weak too, but my mind and body disconnected from reality, and I continued," Braslavski recounted.After three to four minutes, another terrorist intervened, and the guard Braslavski had assaulted was taken to a hospital."The following day was the second darkest of my life after Oct. 7. It is etched in my memory, soul, and body. The lead terrorist decided to punish me harshly for my actions, and from that point, I entered a cycle of relentless abuse," he said.Braslavski stated that afterward, he was allowed to sleep for no more than an hour and a half per day in short intervals."They would strike me with whatever was at hand. I endured severe torture, restraints, and sexual abuse. They did everything possible to harm me. My body is still covered in scars. After four months of torture, I was clinically dead, eyes rolling back and passing out. They decided to stop the violence and brought doctors to treat me with injections and resumed feeding me," he added.During Operation Gideon’s Chariots, which commenced in May 2025 with the aim of defeating Hamas and securing hostage releases through military pressure, Braslavski said the terrorist supervising his guards was injured and lost a family member, triggering another round of torture and starvation."I weighed 49 kilos (108 pounds), and the senior terrorist, who weighed 90 kilos (198 pounds), would jump on my neck trying to break it. I was on the brink of death again. That was when the propaganda video featuring me was released, and the marks of abuse on my body were visible. My bones were protruding. I could no longer use the bathroom normally. My body was shutting down. I was close to death, and that is when President Donald Trump became involved," he told Digital.As negotiations for a deal progressed, Braslavski said his condition slowly improved until his release in October 2025 following 738 days in captivity.He stated that his faith is what sustains him now that he is free."I have a dark past, but I must have a bright future. I want to forget what happened, though I cannot. God gave me back my life as a gift—not just once, but twice. I must do the bare minimum, which is to live, rehabilitate myself, and move on," he said. This article is provided by a third-party content provider. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) makes no warranties or representations regarding its content. Category: Top News, Daily News SeaPRwire provides global press release distribution services for companies and organizations, covering more than 6,500 media outlets, 86,000 editors and journalists, and over 3.5 million end-user desktop and mobile apps. 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Clerk Addicted to Gambling Allegedly Took Thousands of Dollars from Mini-Market Safe
(AsiaGameHub) - An Indonesian mini-market employee with a gambling addiction allegedly forced open the store's safe and fled with 52 million Indonesian rupiah (more than $3,000), which police say he then gambled away on online casino sites. According to reports from the Indonesian media outlet Liputan 6, the clerk managed to lose the entire stolen sum in a mere three hours. Authorities in West Jakarta's Jeruk district stated the incident gained widespread attention online after security camera video of the purported theft was shared across social media platforms. Police reported that the accused was on overnight duty at the 24-hour convenience store on February 22. Once CCTV recordings seemed to capture him entering a room on the second floor and opening a safe, the suspect fled. This initiated a search lasting two months, which concluded when he was located at a hideout in the Kebayoran Lama residential area of South Jakarta. Inside an Indonesian mini market. (Image: @syahrultoko8762/YouTube/Screenshot) Indonesian Lost Stolen Cash in 3 Hours Officers stated the suspect offered no fight when they stormed the location on the afternoon of April 13. Police said that after taking the money, the suspect "promptly transferred the funds into his private bank account via an ATM located inside the mini market." The owner of the mini market was not initially aware the money was missing. The theft was only discovered after the owner found inconsistencies between the register's sales records and the actual cash on hand. Following an extensive review of security footage, police were ultimately able to pinpoint the suspect. Investigators revealed the man has confessed to the offense. He acknowledged he had developed an addiction to online gambling. The individual now faces theft charges. A conviction could result in a prison term of up to seven years. Gambling in all its forms is prohibited in Indonesia. A recent government campaign targeting online casino patrons has resulted in the freezing of bank accounts belonging to more than 33,000 citizens. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Thai Influencer Beer Anusorn Pothong Reveals Online Gambling Ruined His Life
(AsiaGameHub) - “Beer” Anusorn Pothong, a Thai influencer boasting more than 7.2 million TikTok followers, states that an addiction to online gambling destroyed both his personal life and career. According to the Thai news source Khaosod Online, the social media figure, who also has 835,000 Facebook followers, revealed that his debts from gambling ballooned to approximately $621,000. Pothong explained that he took loans from his brothers, sisters, and other relatives. He reported having repaid around $155,000 of the total so far, but still has about $465,000 outstanding to family members. The celebrity affirmed his dedication to changing his behavior and is currently repaying his debts at a daily rate of $3,700. In a Facebook video that garnered 274,000 likes, Pothong described how he was lured into online gambling under the false impression it was a fast method to earn cash. Nevertheless, he said the habit quickly became uncontrollable, depleting his entire savings and reducing him to poverty. The Thai Influencer “Beer” Anusorn Pothong (Image: @beeranusorn/TikTok/Screenshot) ‘Beer’ Warns Fans Not to Gamble Pothong claimed his gambling addiction caused him to “lose everything,” resulting in a loss of trust from his family and severe damage to his business. He started a personal care product line, but confessed the addiction has devastated the venture. “I have to settle all my debts,” Pothong informed his audience in the video. “Each day, I’m surviving on just a baht or two. I run a cleansing products business, but I lack the funds to purchase more inventory.” “I created this video for my supporters,” he stated. “I won’t be upset by any criticism or schadenfreude. I appreciate the wake-up calls. And I am deeply grateful to those offering words of support.”Pothong pleaded with his followers to avoid online gambling sites. He cautioned that with online casinos, “the house always wins.” “I must caution my fans and followers: Stop if you are able,” he urged. “Anyone who has repeated my error, anyone who gambles, it destroys your family. You will collapse and never recover.” He added that the psychological impact of online casino addiction can be equally harmful as the monetary losses. In the previous month, police in Phitsanulok, Phitsanulok Province, executed eight arrest warrants following the takedown of an online gambling site called Eu9thaff. Authorities stated that four additional suspects are still wanted. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Iran reportedly opens fire on three vessels in the Strait of Hormuz
(SeaPRwire) - Reports indicate Iran fired at three ships in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday.The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) Centre—operated by the British military—stated that an IRGC gunboat fired at a container ship near Oman on Wednesday, causing "heavy damage to the bridge.""No fires or environmental impact reported. All Crew reported safe," the notice said.A separate UKMTO alert noted that an outbound cargo ship west of Iran reported being fired at and is now stopped in the water. The notice confirmed the crew was safe and accounted for."There is no reported damage to the vessel," it added.According to The Associated Press, Iranian media reported that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) was bringing two seized ships to Iran after taking them in the Strait of Hormuz.In an X post, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy (IRGCN) command claimed the two vessels—the MSC-Francesca and Epaminodes—"had endangered maritime security by operating without necessary permits and tampering with navigation systems."Per a translation, the command said the ships "were seized by the IRGC Navy and escorted to Iran's coast.""Disruption of order and safety in the Strait of Hormuz is our red line," the command wrote.It also alleged the MSC-Francesca is "linked to the Zionist regime."Per the AP, Iranian media also reported the IRGC attacked a third ship, identified as the Euphoria.This development follows President Donald Trump's Tuesday afternoon announcement that the United States was extending a ceasefire."Based on the fact that the Government of Iran is seriously fractured, not unexpectedly so and, upon the request of Field Marshal Asim Munir, and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, of Pakistan, we have been asked to hold our Attack on the Country of Iran until such time as their leaders and representatives can come up with a unified proposal," the president wrote on Truth Social.."I have therefore directed our Military to continue the Blockade and, in all other respects, remain ready and able, and will therefore extend the Ceasefire until such time as their proposal is submitted, and discussions are concluded, one way or the other," he added.The Associated Press contributed to this report This article is provided by a third-party content provider. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) makes no warranties or representations regarding its content. Category: Top News, Daily News SeaPRwire provides global press release distribution services for companies and organizations, covering more than 6,500 media outlets, 86,000 editors and journalists, and over 3.5 million end-user desktop and mobile apps. SeaPRwire supports multilingual press release distribution in English, Japanese, German, Korean, French, Russian, Indonesian, Malay, Vietnamese, Chinese, and more.
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Oklahoma Nearing Authorization of Sports Betting
(AsiaGameHub) - Oklahoma legislators have declared that they are “closer than ever” to authorizing sports betting. The state is still among the minority in the US that does not provide either retail or internet betting options. Sen. Bill Coleman and Rep. Ken Luttrell stated that they have secured a deal with the Oklahoma City Thunder and tribal leaders to advance legislation that had been stalled for a year. “Today is a significant moment for Oklahoma,” Coleman remarked in a press statement. “We are nearer than ever before to making sports betting legal.” Coleman and Luttrell have updated HB1047, a bill that passed the House with a 62-31 vote in March 2025. Although the bill hit a roadblock in the Senate, legislators anticipate a Senate vote on the measure within the next week. “This updated bill results from thousands of hours of discussions spanning several years,” Coleman noted. He has been striving to legalize sports betting ever since the repeal of PASPA in 2018. OKC Thunder and Tribes Support the Measure The suggested amendment to HB 1047 would authorize retail and mobile sports betting via the state’s tribal entities. These tribes would subsequently collaborate with commercial operators, like FanDuel and DraftKings, to roll out online services. Coleman and Luttrell indicated they negotiated the bill’s terms alongside the tribes and the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Thunder has backed the sports betting initiative since the previous year. Under the new amendment, revenue derived from bets on NBA and WNBA games would be directed into the Strong Readers Fund to aid early childhood literacy initiatives. Tribes would retain the bulk of the revenue while remitting 8% of their earnings to the state. “This deal honors our tribal allies and demonstrates teamwork with our NBA franchise to establish a lawful, transparent system capable of competing with the unregulated black market and dubious prediction markets,” Coleman stated. “This has been a lengthy journey,” Luttrell continued. “We have dedicated years to ironing out the details, heeding our tribal partners, and cooperating with stakeholders such as the Oklahoma City Thunder to ensure this is done correctly.” Oklahomans Are Already Placing Sports Bets “Oklahomans are already wagering via alternative platforms or traveling across state lines to place legal bets,” Coleman remarked. “It is time for us to unite and support this proposal, which safeguards consumers and retains those funds within Oklahoma to aid our state.” Neighboring Missouri started its sports betting market last year, and Wisconsin enacted legislation last month to permit online betting. Oklahoma is currently among the 11 states lacking legal sports betting, yet the emergence of prediction markets has effectively enabled residents to engage in sports gambling. “The current outcome mirrors that effort and offers Oklahoma the opportunity to finally bring this activity into a lawful, regulated framework,” Luttrell stated. “This entails keeping those funds locally, boosting our economy, shielding consumers, and funding essential services. We have completed the groundwork, and we are now ready to proceed with a plan that incorporates years of feedback and thoughtful deliberation.” Governor May Veto the Bill The Senate is now expected to vote on the amended bill, which must receive House approval once more because of the changes made. Upon passage, Governor Kevin Stitt would need to sign the legislation into law. Nevertheless, it is not certain that the Governor will refrain from vetoing the measure. Stitt has previously criticized a tribal-exclusive model for sports betting and has voiced general disapproval of expanding gambling within the state. “It’s terrible,” Stitt commented during an interview last autumn. “If it were up to me, there would be no gambling at all. It is a travesty.” Regarding the recent effort to legalize sports betting, a spokesperson for the Governor remarked, “Governor Stitt has made it clear that he will only back a free-market approach to sports betting in Oklahoma. Since no legislation has arrived at his desk yet, we will not discuss the details of pending bills.” This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Man Arrested for Threatening PrizePicks Staff Over $50 Loss
(AsiaGameHub) - A PrizePicks customer who alleged he lost $50 on the platform was taken into custody after directing graphic threats at employees. Aaron John Sasser claimed he was en route to the firm's Atlanta, Georgia office, armed and prepared to detonate the building. Sasser started dispatching the threatening communications on April 3 at approximately 7 a.m. He specifically targeted PrizePicks CEO Mike Ybarra, declaring, “Hey there Mike Ybarra. You better leave town because I’m driving down to Atlanta to blow up the PrizePicks headquarters and then I’ll head to your house, tie you up and rape your wife in front of you.” An unsealed affidavit reveals he subsequently issued comparable threats to co-founders Adam Wexler and Jay Deuskar. Chatbots Fail to Grasp Severity of Threats The automated PrizePicks chatbot replied, “I’m sorry to hear you’re feeling this way. Would you like me to connect you with a human agent? Or if you want, you can share more about what’s on your mind and I’ll do my best to help.” There was a delay before a human agent joined the conversation. During this interval, Sasser stated he was already traveling to the office “to kill every PrizePicks team member.“ “Got my AR fully loaded & and extra two mags,” he continued. “I’ve got Mike Ybarra engraved on one ofthe bullet casings”. A PrizePicks support agent answered, “I’m so sorry for this inconvenience. Please allow me a few moments to look into this for you.” Sasser noted the absence of urgency from the support team, adding, “Wonder if you’ll get the point before everyone is dead, Mike Ybarra”. Loss of $50 Triggers Threats Sasser later clarified that the threats were prompted by a $50 loss on the platform. In his home state of Maryland, PrizePicks provides daily fantasy sports (DFS) games and prediction markets launched in collaboration with Kalshi. While Sasser did not specify the nature of his loss, he threatened, “If my $50 doesn’t end up back in my bank account before 5pm today, I’m going to drive down to Atlanta, Georgia and kill everyone in the PrizePicks office.” The support agent informed him that if he did that, then his account would be banned. The final communication from support arrived at 7:17 a.m., more than 20 minutes after the initial explicit threats. A staff member wrote, “I am sorry to hear that you are upset. May I please have the email address on account?” Sasser retorted, “You have my email address you dumb b****!” Threats Carry Lengthy Prison Sentence It remains unknown whether he actually intended to act on the threats. The criminal complaint alleges he transmitted “an interstate threat to kidnap or injure.” A conviction for this crime carries a potential penalty of up to 20 years in prison, owing to the detailed threats involving explosives. After his arrest, Sasser was released to his father's custody, but the court ordered him to undergo strict home confinement. The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia also prohibited Sasser from contacting the named PrizePicks executives, participating in any gambling activities, and using real-time customer support services. While athletes often receive threats from gamblers, it is less common for company executives to be singled out. PrizePicks has not issued a public statement on the incident, but its terms of service specify, “We do not tolerate any abuse or harmful treatment toward our support representatives, or any other PrizePicks employee. If our chat transcripts indicate that you directed abusive or otherwise threatening language toward our staff, we reserve the right to permanently remove your live support privileges and terminate your account.” This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Voice for Kids: 11-Year-Old Israeli Boy Leverages Social Media to Combat Antisemitism
(SeaPRwire) - Ben Carasso, an 11-year-old Israeli boy, is actively combating antisemitism. In a period where children are increasingly targeted due to their religious beliefs, he has turned to social media to provide his peers with a means to respond using facts and hope.Carasso has already experienced multiple conflicts and wars, events that have significantly influenced his outlook and his ability to speak out. His advocacy, aimed at representing Israeli children, commenced shortly after the Hamas attacks on Israel on October 7, 2023. What began as a reaction has evolved into a dedicated mission.He started posting on social media following the disappearance of a close friend's father, who was later confirmed deceased after the Nova music festival attack."I am speaking out so that the entire world can comprehend the nature of our childhood," Carasso stated.Carasso addresses his audiences directly in both English and Hebrew, reaching hundreds of thousands across social media platforms. His message is unequivocal. He seeks to amplify the voices of children who often feel unheard, demonstrating that speaking up is important, even at a young age.Born in Israel and a descendant of Holocaust survivors for three generations, Carasso's advocacy is informed by both historical context and personal experience. He grew up amidst ongoing conflict, where rocket attacks and air raid sirens were a part of daily life. His posts reflect these realities, from seeking shelter to supporting friends whose family members are serving on the front lines.His advocacy has also exposed him to direct hostility.After being featured in an article about Israeli children, Carasso became the target of a significant wave of online antisemitic abuse. Hundreds of comments appeared across social media, many directed at him personally, including Holocaust imagery that told the 11-year-old to "go back to Auschwitz like his grandfather," while others repeated antisemitic tropes and employed dehumanizing imagery.Antisemitism is on the rise globally and is becoming increasingly apparent to children. Carasso asserts that he will not be silenced."My responsibility is to continue disseminating the truth everywhere," he declared.In an environment where misinformation spreads rapidly, Carasso takes his responsibilities seriously."In today's world, there is an abundance of misleading information online," he commented. "Just because you see a photograph or a post does not mean it is true. We all share a responsibility, both children and adults, to verify facts before sharing anything."In recent months, Carasso traveled to Australia, where he met with Jewish children to gain a deeper understanding of how antisemitism is impacting their lives. Among them was Summer Britvan, the sister of 10-year-old Matilda Britvan, who was tragically killed during the Chanukah massacre at Bondi Beach."I met with Summer, and she shared extensively about her sister, how much she misses her, and how resilient she is," Carasso recounted.These conversations, he noted, are part of a broader initiative to give children a voice and a means to heal, a process that experts deem crucial.For Carasso, one of the most significant shortcomings on social media is the lack of children's perspectives."The children's side of the story is not being told," he observed. "There are children whose parents were murdered or injured. Their lives are irrevocably changed."He maintains that his message remains centered on strength, courage, and the imperative to speak out."Be yourself. Be authentic," Carasso advised. "Believe in yourself when you engage in advocacy. I began at the age of eight. I am confident that others can achieve even more."His efforts have garnered recognition. Carasso has received the Resilience Award from the Jewish Agency for Israel and was chosen as Israel's youngest torchbearer at the country's Independence Day ceremony.His counsel to other children his age is: "If you believe in something, speak up and do not be afraid." This article is provided by a third-party content provider. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) makes no warranties or representations regarding its content. Category: Top News, Daily News SeaPRwire provides global press release distribution services for companies and organizations, covering more than 6,500 media outlets, 86,000 editors and journalists, and over 3.5 million end-user desktop and mobile apps. SeaPRwire supports multilingual press release distribution in English, Japanese, German, Korean, French, Russian, Indonesian, Malay, Vietnamese, Chinese, and more.
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Datavault AI Further Expands IP Portfolio with New Patent Issuance and Notices of Allowance
PHILADELPHIA, PA, Apr 22, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Datavault AI Inc. ("Datavault AI" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:DVLT), a leader in AI-driven data monetization, credentialing, digital engagement, and real-world asset ("RWA") tokenization technologies, today announced the issuance of U.S. Patent No. 12,596,819 and Notices of Allowance on two additional U.S. patent applications. This milestone builds directly on the Company's December 2025 issuance of two foundational patents for blockchain-driven content licensing and tokenized monetization - further expanding its robust intellectual property portfolio headlined by the industry-defining Carbon Credit Tokenization Patent.Key Highlights for InvestorsOne newly issued patent and two Notices of Allowance extend protection across three high-value platforms: AI-validated data valuation & monetization, tokenized virtual location funding, and automated tax return preparation for digital assets and DeFi-directly addressing 1099-DA compliance challenges.Reinforces the Company's Sumerian® Crypto Anchors, DataValue®, DataScore®, and Information Data Exchange® (IDE®) technologies with quantum-resistant encryption and blockchain immutability, underpinning a growing pipeline of tokenization contracts and licensing deals.Arrives as the first full IRS Form 1099-DA filing season closes amid reported operational hurdles-including late deliveries by Coinbase, Kraken, and Gemini-demonstrating clear demand for Datavault AI's automated, tokenized tax solutions.Enabled use cases include tokenized commodities (copper, gold, precious metals), agricultural/genomic/healthcare data assets, NIL digital twins, funded virtual biotech marketplaces, and intelligent tax automation-integrating natively with the Company's edge GPU fleet and HPC infrastructure.Directly supports Datavault AI's 2026 revenue target of at least $200 million, accelerates commercialization across fintech, healthcare, biotech, energy, agriculture, sports & entertainment, and Web3, and opens new licensing and partnership opportunities.Scope of the Latest ProtectionsU.S. Patent No. 12,596,819 - "Method and System for Data Valuation and Secure Commercial Monetization Platform" (issued): Covers an end-to-end permissioned platform spanning opt-in data contribution, AI-driven automated valuation, blockchain-tokenized storage in the Datavault®, and trading on open exchanges with flexible compensation pathways (sales, licenses, rewards, charitable contributions).U.S. Patent Application No. 17/842,220 - "System and Method for Funding a Virtual Location" (Notice of Allowance): Protects the funding, authentication, and tokenized operation of organization-specific virtual locations, including multi-currency donations, integrated event and asset tokenization, portfolio-aligned advertising, and compensation mechanisms for data contributors.U.S. Patent Application No. 17/507,459 - "Platform and Method for Preparing a Tax Return" (Notice of Allowance): Covers automated tax return preparation for clients and employees, with specialized tokenized return handling for digital asset and DeFi activity, back-end form processing, and dynamic adjustment to evolving tax codes-precisely targeting the reconciliation burdens and visibility gaps plaguing the inaugural 1099-DA season.Market Context & TailwindsThe filings position Datavault AI at the convergence of three rapidly expanding markets. Tokenized real-world assets have already surpassed $30 billion in on-chain value (RWA.xyz 2025 data), with Boston Consulting Group and ADDX projecting the global market to exceed $16 trillion by 2030. The global data monetization market is forecast to grow from $7.53 billion in 2024 to $18.8 billion by 2033 (10.7% CAGR, SkyQuest Technology). The new tax-preparation patent arrives precisely as U.S. taxpayers navigate the first full season under the IRS Form 1099-DA digital asset broker reporting regime-where gross proceeds reporting began January 1, 2025, and basis reporting for certain transactions took effect January 1, 2026-amid well-documented industry friction around late broker filings and cross-wallet/chain/DeFi reconciliation.Investor Implications & Strategic OutlookCollectively, the issued patents and allowed applications extend IP coverage around innovations that transform raw data into tokenized, tradable assets and enable transparent funding, monetization, and automated tax handling of virtual environments and digital asset portfolios. These technologies are expected to integrate seamlessly with Datavault AI's anticipated edge GPU fleet and high-performance computing infrastructure, accelerating AI valuation processing and tokenization contract execution."Securing this issued patent and receiving Notices of Allowance on two additional applications validates our leadership in turning intangible data into verifiable, monetizable capital, and in enabling organizations to fund and operate virtual worlds with full transparency and user compensation," said Nathaniel T. Bradley, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Datavault AI. "These filings deepen our competitive moat and accelerate our path to capturing meaningful share in the data asset, real-world asset, and digital asset tax-preparation markets-directly fueling our $200 million 2026 revenue target and expanding pipeline of tokenization contracts."For additional insight into Datavault AI's growth strategy, commercialization roadmap, and long-term vision for unlocking value from data and intellectual property through tokenization and licensing, investors are encouraged to view the recent Nasdaq interview with CEO Nathaniel Bradley, hosted by Tech Edge and now available at https://vimeo.com/1176174810About Datavault AI Inc.Datavault AI™ (NASDAQ:DVLT) is a pioneer in AI-driven data experiences, valuation, and monetization of assets in the Web 3.0 environment. The Company's cloud-based platform delivers comprehensive solutions across its Acoustic Sciences and Data Sciences divisions. Datavault AI's Acoustic Sciences division features WiSA®, ADIO®, and Sumerian® patented technologies for spatial and multichannel wireless, high-definition sound transmission. The Data Science Division harnesses Web 3.0 and high-performance computing to enable experiential data perception, valuation, and secure monetization across industries, including sports & entertainment, biotech, education, fintech, real estate, healthcare, energy, and more. The Information Data Exchange® (IDE®) is a token exchange technology powered by Nasdaq Financial Infrastructure. The Company owns and operates exchanges, including International Elements Exchange (IEE), Sports Illustrated Exchange (SIx), New York Interactive Advertising Exchange (NYIAX), and American Political Exchange (APE). The Company is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. Learn more at https://www.dvlt.ai.Forward-Looking Statements: This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact contained in this press release, including statements regarding the Company's future operations, financial position, prospects, plans, objectives, expectations, and intentions, are forward-looking statements. Words such as "anticipate," "believe," "could," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "plan," "potential," "predict," "project," "should," "target," "will," "would," and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Forward-looking statements in this release include, but are not limited to, statements regarding: (i) the ultimate issuance, scope, validity, and enforceability of U.S. Patent Application No. 17/842,220, U.S. Patent Application No. 17/507,459, and any related foreign or continuation applications; (ii) the commercial value, market adoption, and revenue contribution of the Company's patented and patent-pending technologies, including DataValue®, DataScore®, the Information Data Exchange® (IDE®), Sumerian® Crypto Anchors, and the Datavault® platform; (iii) the Company's ability to achieve its 2026 revenue target of at least $200 million; (iv) the Company's pipeline of tokenization contracts, licensing arrangements, and strategic partnerships; (v) the size, growth, and timing of the markets for tokenized real-world assets, data monetization, and digital-asset tax preparation; (vi) the integration and performance of the Company's anticipated edge GPU fleet and high-performance computing infrastructure; and (vii) the demand for automated tax-preparation solutions arising from IRS Form 1099-DA reporting requirements.These forward-looking statements are based on management's current expectations and assumptions and are subject to significant risks, uncertainties, and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied. Such risks include, among others: the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office issuing claims narrower than those allowed or rejecting allowed claims on reexamination; delays or failures in commercializing the Company's patented and patent-pending technologies; the Company's ability to attract and retain customers, licensees, and exchange partners; competition from existing and emerging technologies; cybersecurity, blockchain protocol, and quantum-computing risks; changes in U.S. federal and state tax law affecting digital-asset reporting, including modifications to the Form 1099-DA regime; regulatory developments affecting digital assets, securities, data privacy, and tokenized real-world assets; the Company's ability to raise additional capital on acceptable terms; macroeconomic and capital-markets conditions; and the other risk factors discussed under the heading "Risk Factors" in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, and in subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Current Reports on Form 8-K, and other filings made with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), copies of which are available free of charge on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov.Except as required by applicable law, the Company undertakes no obligation, and expressly disclaims any duty, to update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, changed circumstances, or otherwise. Investors and security holders are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this release. The Company gives no assurance that it will achieve its expectations. This release does not constitute an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy, any security. Any forward-looking statements regarding potential acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, strategic alliances, licensing transactions, or similar arrangements are subject to the negotiation, execution, and consummation of definitive agreements and the satisfaction of customary closing conditions, and no assurance can be given that any such transaction will be completed on the terms contemplated, on the timing anticipated, or at all.Industry and Market Data: This press release contains industry, market, and competitive position data, including statistics, forecasts, and projections, that are based on or derived from independent industry publications, third-party research, surveys, and reports, including data attributed to RWA.xyz, Boston Consulting Group, ADDX, SkyQuest Technology, and the U.S. Internal Revenue Service. The Company has not independently verified the accuracy or completeness of any such third-party information and makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, as to its reliability. Industry publications and forecasts of this nature are inherently subject to assumptions, methodological limitations, and uncertainties, and projections, estimates, and beliefs based on such data may not prove to be accurate. Actual market size, growth rates, and the Company's position within these markets may differ materially from the figures presented herein.Trademarks, Trade Names, Service Marks and Copyrights: Datavault AI™, DataValue®, DataScore®, Information Data Exchange®, IDE®, Datavault®, WiSA®, ADIO®, and Sumerian® are trademarks, service marks, or registered trademarks of Datavault AI Inc. in the United States and/or other jurisdictions. This press release also refers to trademarks, service marks, trade names, and copyrights owned by other companies, including those of Coinbase, Kraken, Gemini, and Nasdaq. Solely for convenience, certain of the trademarks, service marks, trade names, and copyrights referred to in this press release may be listed without the ™, ®, ©, or SM symbols, but the Company will assert, to the fullest extent under applicable law, its rights to its own trademarks, service marks, trade names, and copyrights. The use or display of other parties' trademarks, service marks, trade names, or copyrights is not intended to and does not imply a relationship with, or endorsement or sponsorship by, the Company of any such third party.Media Contact:marketing@dvlt.aiInvestor Contact:Edward BargerVP Investor Relationsebarger@dvlt.ai | ir@dvlt.aiSOURCE: Datavault AI Inc Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Tbilisi – The Gaming Policy Hub as the SBC Regulators Forum 2026 Doubles in Size
(AsiaGameHub) - As the gaming industry across CEE, the Balkans, and Central Asia enters a pivotal era of legislative transformation, SBC and SMH have announced an ambitious expansion for the SBC Regulators Forum 2026. Held on July 15-16 as part of SBC Summit Tbilisi, the event will gather at least twice as many regulatory bodies as previous editions, building a stronger, more connected forum for open regulatory dialogue. With 2,500 delegates and over 60 speakers expected to attend, this year’s gathering is designed to move beyond high-level abstract discussion and focus on coordinated regional action to tackle the industry’s most pressing challenges. An Action-Focused Agenda The 2026 programme shifts its core focus toward real-world operational realities. Key sessions will address the growing sophistication of the gaming black market, moving beyond generic compliance conversations to explore how “Big Tech,” financial institutions, and regulators can partner to disrupt illegal digital infrastructure. Attendees will also take part in hands-on workshops to develop a “National Disruption Playbook,” a tactical framework built to detect and dismantle illicit operations through coordinated cross-agency action. Beyond enforcement work, the forum will focus on strengthening market integrity through improved data-sharing models, with dedicated sessions for knowledge exchange between the private sector and law enforcement to more effectively combat fraud. A dedicated topic will also analyze regulators’ perspectives on upcoming industry developments to prepare for future shifts. A Key Regional Gateway Andrew McCarron, Managing Director at SBC, highlighted the importance of this year’s expanded format: “We aren’t just talking about the rules; we are facilitating the creation of tools to enforce them fairly. By doubling regulatory attendance, we ensure the 2,500 delegates joining us have a direct connection to the leaders shaping the future of CEE and Central Asian markets.” Lasha Machavariani, Founder of SMH, added: “Tbilisi is now the diplomatic hub of the regional gaming industry. This summit delivers the essential on-the-ground insight global operators need to navigate the shift from traditional frameworks to the modern, tech-driven regulations of tomorrow.” The SBC Regulators Forum remains an exclusive gathering for professionals working at the intersection of gaming policy and practice. As the region moves toward closer alignment with European standards, the 2026 event stands as the definitive meeting point for anyone looking to secure a foothold in one of the world’s most dynamic emerging gaming frontiers. Secure your ticket here. #SBCTbilisi #RegulatorsForum #iGamingPolicy #Compliance2026 #GamingNews This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.