HeadsUp Signs Deal with Special Operations Charity Network on Major Fundraising Partnership

Raising Funds for US Military Veterans Groups, First Responders and Law Enforcement Agencies

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ – HeadsUp Entertainment International Inc. (Pinksheets:HDUP.PK) announces today it has entered into a 10 year agreement with the Special Operations Charity Network, (SOCN a 501c3 non-profit corporation) to raise funds through its iFundraiser Platform.  The Agreement will allow the organizations to create a…

Raising Funds for US Military Veterans Groups, First Responders and Law Enforcement Agencies

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ – HeadsUp Entertainment International Inc. (Pinksheets:HDUP.PK) announces today it has entered into a 10 year agreement with the Special Operations Charity Network, (SOCN a 501c3 non-profit corporation) to raise funds through its iFundraiser Platform.  The Agreement will allow the organizations to create a powerful network of gaming and lottery products to raise money through next generation media, live event and interactive technology campaigns supporting the backbone of many of the most trusted US institutions.

SOCN serves and empowers US Military, Veteran, Law Enforcement, and First Responder communities by strengthening their US elite families through support programs, financial relief and assistance. 

HeadsUp is pleased to be able to optimize and innovate today’s evolving challenges of raising funds for charities by limiting the risks of launching marketing efforts to drive campaigns.  The iFundraiser Platform combines the opportunities of licensed lottery, 50/50, sweepstakes and raffle products along with interactive technology and online licensed gaming leveraged through social media, television and global broadcast assets.

«We could not be more pleased to be able to bring the experience and knowledge of the HeadsUp team, the power of our media and gaming products and our proven success to an organization we hold in such high regard,» commented HeadsUp CEO Doug Wilson.  HeadsUp is compensated through a performance-based share of funds raised through its platforms, media and gaming assets.

The partnership and go to market strategy was developed by HeadsUp Chief Business Development Officer Mark Hutchinson through his decades of experience in raising over $2 Billion for various organizations and his long standing relationships with key members of the leadership team of SOCN.  Initial financial projections and models from the campaigns are looking to be very substantial.

«SOCN has been consistent in its service to our extended family of veterans raising funds every year given to individual cases and SOF centric charities that have made excellent use of the funds» commented SOCN Founder and CEO Douglas Scott.  «This project will bring SOCN and its partners to a completely new level where we can engage a far broader need and truly make a difference.»

A series of supporting contracts, partnerships and initiatives will be announced soon that will detail specifics of many of the 2021 campaigns which again will take away the risk and up-front costs for SOCN to launch campaigns using the latest technology and media strategies to raise substantial funds for its organizations on a performance-based compensation agreement.

About HeadsUp Entertainment International Inc.

HeadsUp Entertainment International Inc. is a global gaming operator and media company focusing on online gaming, online poker, eSports, sports betting, online lottery, mobile 50/50, charity fundraising platforms and blockchain based payment solutions.

About Special Operations Charity Network

SOCN’s Vision is a continuously funded mindfulness program «Find Your Tribe», that provides direct support to Veterans, Law Enforcement, and First Responders via specific activities that promote «staying in the moment» and providing a network of resources for our Veteran, Law Enforcement, and First Responder communities and their families which supports and empowers them to succeed!  Learn more at https://www.specopscharity.com/

Forward-Looking Statements:

This news release contains «forward-looking statements» within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. When used in this release, words such as «estimate,» «expect,» «anticipate,» «projected,» «planned,» forecasted» and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, which are, by their very nature, not guarantees of HeadsUp Entertainment International Inc.’s future operational or financial performance and are subject to risks and uncertainties. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this release. Due to the risks and uncertainties, actual events may differ materially from current expectations. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements because of new information, future events or otherwise.

Cision View original content:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/headsup-signs-deal-with-special-operations-charity-network-on-major-fundraising-partnership-301200067.html

SOURCE HeadsUp Entertainment International Inc.

Obsession Has Many Names

PLANO, Texas, Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Sneakerhead, audiophile, fashionista, gamer … these people are «all in» on their passions. In a new marketing campaign breaking today for the Lexus 2021 IS, the automaker celebrates its own obsession: an unapologetically pure sport sedan. Entitled «All In,» the new campaign engages an audience that’s just as unapologetic about pursuing their unique interests. It features influencers and deep, diverse media partnerships.

<div…

PLANO, Texas, Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Sneakerhead, audiophile, fashionista, gamer … these people are «all in» on their passions. In a new marketing campaign breaking today for the Lexus 2021 IS, the automaker celebrates its own obsession: an unapologetically pure sport sedan. Entitled «All In,» the new campaign engages an audience that’s just as unapologetic about pursuing their unique interests. It features influencers and deep, diverse media partnerships.

«The IS customer is our youngest, most fiercely authentic yet,» said Lisa Materazzo, vice president of Lexus marketing. «The marketing campaign, like the new IS, is equally authentic and celebrates those who fully embrace their passions.»

Rather than casting actors, the campaign features eight micro-influencers. The first spot, «Names,» moves quickly through people from different walks of life who introduce themselves by the names they’ve earned—be it sneakerhead, gamer or audiophile.  Another spot, «Vanity Plates,» demonstrates just how far these enthusiasts will go to show off the obsessions that define them.  To ensure connection with all consumers, unique ads were created to further explore the meaning of «all in» for Asian, Black, Hispanic and LGBTQ markets.

«Names» and «Vanity Plates» will air during primetime, special events and sports including NFL playoffs and NBA. Potential drivers and enthusiasts of Lexus will be able to ask their Google Assistant-ready devices about the new Lexus IS model to learn more about the vehicle’s latest technology, audio, performance and safety features, as well as link to nearby dealerships. The campaign also includes video, audio, connected speakers, print, social and display.

Lexus is connecting with an audience that embraces their passions fully by providing content that celebrates those who go «all in.»

  • Epic Race. Lexus partnered with MotorTrend for an epic race between race car driver Rhys Millen and downhill skater Josh Neuman at speeds of over 70 MPH on Malibu’s legendary Deer Creek Road.  The series debuts today.
  • Travel Influencer. Lexus is partnering with Courageous Studios, CNN’s brand studio, to produce a documentary-style campaign that follows Ugandan-American photographer, self-proclaimed geography nerd and travel expert Jessica Nabongo. The first black woman to visit every country in the world, Jessica’s story unfolds as she approaches her next milestone: seeing every state in the U.S. The campaign will be distributed via CNNgo in February.
  • Fantasy Football. Last Fall, Lexus worked with Yahoo to create dynamic banners on the Yahoo Fantasy Football web site that leverage the players’ stats to serve custom ads to fans engaging in their passion.

Additional media partnerships will roll out in the coming months. For more information on the new IS, visit https://www.lexus.com/models/IS.

About Lexus
Lexus’ passion for brave design, imaginative technology, and exhilarating performance enables the luxury lifestyle brand to create amazing experiences for its guests. Lexus began its journey in 1989 with two luxury sedans and a commitment to pursue perfection. Since then, Lexus has developed its lineup to meet the needs of global luxury customers in more than 90 countries. In the United States, Lexus vehicles are sold through 242 dealers offering a full lineup of luxury vehicles. With six models incorporating Lexus Hybrid Drive, Lexus is the luxury hybrid leader. Lexus also offers eight F SPORT models and two F performance models. Lexus is committed to being a visionary brand that anticipates the future for luxury customers.

www.facebook.com/lexus
www.twitter.com/lexus
www.youtube.com/lexusvehicles
www.instagram.com/lexususa
https://www.pinterest.com/lexususa 

Note to Editors: Lexus product information and images are available online via our news media website http://LexusNewsroom.com.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

Amanda Roark                     
469-292-2636                       
amanda.roark@lexus.com    

Erin Schneider
310-469-4901
erin.schneider@teamone-usa.com

 

Cision View original content to download multimedia:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/obsession-has-many-names-301199971.html

SOURCE Lexus

The Second Annual Award Ceremony for International Video Contest of My China Story held in Yantai

BEIJING, Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Nearing the end of 2020, an eventful year for most, China International Publishing Group (CIPG) hosts the My China Story award ceremony for excellent films created by foreigners both abroad and living in China. Content creators from around the world document their lives and experiences in China through filming short videos.

 

<div id="prni_dvprnevida575left" title="The Second Annual…

BEIJING, Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Nearing the end of 2020, an eventful year for most, China International Publishing Group (CIPG) hosts the My China Story award ceremony for excellent films created by foreigners both abroad and living in China. Content creators from around the world document their lives and experiences in China through filming short videos.

 

 

The event begins with the screening event where guests gather to view 33 award-winning short films, getting the opportunity to view the «China Stories» experienced by other foreigners just like themselves.

After the screening, everyone headed upstairs to participate in the seminar, where several guests took the stage and shared ideas for improving how we document our experiences in or with China and how we go about sharing our stories with the world. At the seminar, video creator, Leo, from Germany, shares with us his first time in China nearly 40 years ago in 1984 and his reflections about life in China at that time. Father-son YouTube duo from the UK, Lee and Oli Barrett, also relate their experience filming and visiting the «enormous» Three Gorges Dam for the first time.

Downstairs, Liu Bianjing, a university student in China from Cameroon Africa, prepares to take the stage. He claims to be one of the best, if not the best, foreign singers of traditional Chinese Henan Opera; previously having won second prize on television competing against Chinese singers.

The grand prize is revealed by the host, awarding RMB30,000 to the first prize winner for their film about the magnificent annual gala performance and the tight-knit community of workers in a Chinese factory.

The video follows American host, Jack, who takes us through the ceremony showing us the most interesting, note-worthy highlights. We get a chance to talk to content creators and briefly hear exactly what it is they do in China that makes their own experience so unique.

Video – https://youtu.be/84QodFUB6hA
Logo – https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1156746/China_Matters_Logo.jpg

 

China Matters Logo

 

Contact: Jack Klumpp
Tel: +8610-26538513
Email: jack_klumpp@yahoo.com

Cision View original content:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-second-annual-award-ceremony-for-international-video-contest-of-my-china-story-held-in-yantai-301200218.html

SOURCE China Matters

Overseas Adventure Travel Reveals Top 6 Trends for the Future of Travel

BOSTON, Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — After a travel-challenged 2020, the future of travel is looking brighter. Overseas Adventure Travel (O.A.T.), the leader in personalized small group adventures on the road less traveled for Americans 50+, shared its top 6 emerging travel trends.

<div…

BOSTON, Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — After a travel-challenged 2020, the future of travel is looking brighter. Overseas Adventure Travel (O.A.T.), the leader in personalized small group adventures on the road less traveled for Americans 50+, shared its top 6 emerging travel trends.

«We can now see the light as travel begins to open up in the wake of the vaccine,» said Mark C. Frevert, Chief Architect & Chief Relationship Officer at O.A.T. «Many travelers are eagerly awaiting the chance to travel again, with some notable differences in how they’ll travel compared to prior years.»

O.A.T. Top 6 Travel Trends:

  1. Purposeful travel – COVID-19 revealed our interconnectedness. Post-pandemic, many travelers want to travel more responsibly and with purpose, engaging with and learning from other cultures and making a positive contribution to the local communities they visit. This personal aspect of travel and the chance to change individual lives will be sought after more than ever by many travelers after missing out on these opportunities in 2020.

    Overseas Adventure Travel, through its Grand Circle Foundation, gives travelers the opportunity to visit and provide support directly to local community projects, schools, and women’s collectives.

  2. Women: Solo and sharing – The pent-up demand for the liberating experience of travel will see women traveling on their own, without the worry of accommodating another person’s schedule or interests. The segment of solo women travelers is an area of growth for O.A.T., representing 50% of travelers, with over 30,000 booked for 2021 and 2022 travel. In 2010, just 27% of travelers were solos. Some solo women travelers are single by choice, some are widowed, while many are married and occasionally travel with spouses. Sometimes they travel totally alone, other times exploring with a friend, or even sharing with a roommate. 
  3. Revenge travel –  Bring on the travel. Travelers whose 2020 plans were thwarted are intent on catching up on missed opportunities. Looking ahead, they will travel more than they normally would after being deprived due to the pandemic. 

    Solo travelers, in particular, are forging ahead with plans to travel more. In the recent Solo Traveler survey, presented with the support of O.A.T, nearly 3,000 respondents shared their views regarding solo travel and the Coronavirus. Forty-six percent (46%) responded that they would travel more, both domestically and internationally.

    Some travelers over 50 also feel a sense of urgency. Said O.A.T. traveler Laura Dankner, «As a ‘mature’ traveler, we aren’t going to get any younger and I feel that our time to travel in the future may be limited. So as soon as we can travel again, I’m in!»

  4. Slow travel – COVID-19 lockdowns gave many people a chance to slow down and appreciate life’s small details. Slow travel aims to give travelers a rich understanding of life in their destination. Interactions with local people, including opportunities to learn through frank discussions on timely topics, allow travelers to experience a community on a deeper level.

    Beyond its already immersive adventures, O.A.T. gives travelers the option to personalize their adventures to arrive earlier or stay longer in a destination to further explore on their own and absorb a new culture.

  5. Europe-focused – While domestic travel took hold in 2020, U.S. travelers will return to international travel, beginning with Europe. With the glimmer of hope that COVID will be under greater control, people will be more willing to consider international travel, yet somewhat closer to home and less remote.

    Grand Circle Corporation, to which O.A.T. belongs, has 51,000 travelers booked for travel in the year ahead. Nearly 60% – approximately 30,000 – are headed to Europe.

    In the Solo Traveler survey, 40% of respondents favored Europe and the UK as a destination following the pandemic.

  6. Private adventures – Private adventures take small group travel, already popular, to another level. More people will seek to travel together as a family or a close group of friends or relatives – and no one else. Private tours limit exposure to other travelers and public transportation, yet still provide a tour operator’s planning, experience, oversight, and standard health and safety approach.

O.A.T. provides travelers over 50 with impactful, intercultural experiences that help change people’s lives. O.A.T. fosters an intimate and accessible experience, with groups limited to 16 travelers (average of 13) by land and 25 (average of 22) by sea.

With the health and safety of its travelers a priority as always, O.A.T. has worked with its 36 regional offices and more than 2,000 regional associates and Trip Experience Leaders around the world to create new health and safety measures and specific itinerary updates.

For a free catalog or more information about O.A.T., please visit www.oattravel.com or call 1-800-955-1925.

ABOUT OVERSEAS ADVENTURE TRAVEL
Established in 1978, Overseas Adventure Travel (O.A.T.) is part of Boston-based Grand Circle Corporation’s family of travel companies, which also include Grand Circle Cruise Line and Grand Circle Travel. In 1992, owners Alan and Harriet Lewis established the nonprofit Grand Circle Foundation to support communities in which Grand Circle works and travels, including some 300 humanitarian, cultural, and educational endeavors worldwide—among them, 100 schools, in 50 countries. The Foundation is an entity of the Lewis Family Foundation, which has pledged or donated more than $200 million since 1981.    

Cision View original content to download multimedia:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/overseas-adventure-travel-reveals-top-6-trends-for-the-future-of-travel-301199475.html

SOURCE Overseas Adventure Travel

Lazydays RV Opens Lazydays RV of Nashville

TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Lazydays, The RV Authority®, announces that it has commenced sales and service operations at its new dealership in Murfreesboro, TN located just south of Nashville on I-24.  The 42,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility…

TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Lazydays, The RV Authority®, announces that it has commenced sales and service operations at its new dealership in Murfreesboro, TN located just south of Nashville on I-24.  The 42,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility becomes Lazydays 11th full-service RV dealership and it second dealership located in Tennessee. Lazydays RV of Nashville will carry Grand Design, Coachmen, Thor Motor Coach, Forest River, Tiffin and Winnebago brands.

«We are very excited to enter the rapidly growing Nashville market and expand our presence in Tennessee,» stated Ron Fleming, Lazydays’ Vice President and National General Manager.  «We have built a beautiful facility designed to create a best-in-class experience for our customers.  Our Nashville management team is very experienced, and we are confident they will achieve great success in this strong RV market.» 

Lazydays now operates eleven dealerships in Florida, Colorado, Arizona, Minnesota, Tennessee, and Indiana; and operates a dedicated Service Center location near Houston, Texas.

ABOUT LAZYDAYS RV
As an iconic brand in the RV industry, Lazydays, The RV Authority, consistently provides the best RV sales, service, and ownership experience, which is why RVers and their families become Customers for Life. Lazydays continues to add locations at a rapid pace as it executes its geographic expansion strategy that includes both acquisitions and greenfields.

Since 1976, Lazydays RV has built a reputation for providing an outstanding customer experience with exceptional service excellence and unparalleled product expertise, along with being a preferred place to rest and recharge with other RVers. By offering the largest selection of RV brands from the nation’s leading manufacturers, state-of-the-art service facilities, and thousands of accessories and hard-to-find parts, Lazydays RV provides everything RVers need and want.

Lazydays Holdings, Inc. is a publicly listed company on the Nasdaq stock exchange under the ticker «LAZY.»

Forward–Looking Statements
This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.  All statements other than statements of historical fact are, or may be deemed to be, forward-looking statements.  Forward-looking statements describe Lazydays future plans, projections, strategies and expectations, including statements regarding Lazydays’ expectations for future operating results, its expectations regarding the impact of its acquisition of its recently acquired dealership in Phoenix, Arizona and Elkhart, Indiana and its greenfield start-ups near Houston, Texas and Nashville, Tennessee, and are based on assumptions and involve a number of risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the control of Lazydays. Actual results could differ materially from those projected due to various factors, including economic conditions generally, conditions in the credit markets and changes in interest rates, conditions in the capital markets, the global impact of the pandemic outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) and other factors described from time to time in Lazydays’ SEC reports and filings, which are available at www.sec.gov. Forward-looking statements contained in this news release speak only as of the date of this news release, and Lazydays undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances, unless otherwise required by law.

News Contact:
+1 (813) 204-4099
investors@lazydays.com 

 

Cision View original content to download multimedia:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/lazydays-rv-opens-lazydays-rv-of-nashville-301200209.html

SOURCE Lazydays RV

Bally’s Corporation To Construct And Operate State-of-the-Art Gaming Facility In Centre County, PA

PROVIDENCE, R.I., Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Bally’s Corporation (NYSE: BALY) today announced that it has signed a framework agreement with Ira Lubert to jointly design, develop, construct and manage a Category 4 licensed casino. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board recently awarded Lubert the right to apply for a Category 4 slot machine license for a casino to be located within a 15-mile radius of Unionville…

PROVIDENCE, R.I., Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Bally’s Corporation (NYSE: BALY) today announced that it has signed a framework agreement with Ira Lubert to jointly design, develop, construct and manage a Category 4 licensed casino. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board recently awarded Lubert the right to apply for a Category 4 slot machine license for a casino to be located within a 15-mile radius of Unionville Borough, Centre County, Pennsylvania.

Construction of the casino is expected to begin the first half of 2021 and will take approximately one year to complete. Subject to receipt of all applicable regulatory approvals, it will house up to 750 slot machines and 30 table games. The casino will also provide, subject to receipt of separate licenses and certificates, retail sports betting, online sports betting and online gaming.

«Expanding our rapidly growing, national footprint into the attractive Pennsylvania gaming market represents yet another major milestone for Bally’s and a great way to cap off a truly extraordinary year,» said George Papanier, President and Chief Executive Officer of Bally’s Corporation. «Regional, land-based casinos remain the cornerstone of our portfolio diversification strategy, providing the necessary support for the growth, development and success of our future sports betting and iGaming initiatives. We look forward to combining our own proven track record of greenfield development with Ira Lubert’s local knowledge and expertise to bring Bally’s first-in-class gaming experience and amenities to customers and sports fans across Pennsylvania

Papanier continued, «Ira is an experienced real estate developer with significant ties to the greater Centre County community and a proven track record in Pennsylvania gaming. We look forward to working with Ira, not only to build and develop the facility, but to contribute to the surrounding community.»

Bally’s estimates the total cost of the project, including construction, licensing and sports betting/iGaming operations, to be approximately $120 million. Bally’s will acquire a majority equity interest in the partnership, including 100% of the economic interests of all retail sports betting, online sports betting and iGaming activities associated with the project.

Ira Lubert said, «I am excited to have Bally’s as our partner to complement our vision, industry experience and financing capabilities. Together, I believe we will make this transformative project successful for all stakeholders and look forward to the positive impact the redevelopment will have on the community.»

The transaction is subject to receipt of required regulatory approvals, operating certificates and other customary closing conditions.

Advisors

Jones Day acted as legal counsel and Innovation Capital, LLC acted as financial advisor to Bally’s, and DLA Piper acted as legal counsel to Lubert, on the transaction.

About Bally’s Corporation

Bally’s Corporation currently owns and manages 11 casinos across seven states, a horse racetrack, and 13 authorized OTB licenses in Colorado. With more than 5,900 employees, the Company’s operations include 13,260 slot machines, 459 game tables and 2,941 hotel rooms. Properties include Twin River Casino Hotel (Lincoln, RI), Tiverton Casino Hotel (Tiverton, RI), Hard Rock Hotel & Casino (Biloxi, MS), Casino Vicksburg (Vicksburg, MS), Dover Downs Hotel & Casino (Dover, DE), Bally’s Atlantic City (Atlantic City, NJ), Eldorado Resort Casino Shreveport (Shreveport, LA), Casino KC (Kansas City, MO), Golden Gates Casino (Black Hawk, CO), Golden Gulch Casino (Black Hawk, CO), Mardi Gras Casino (Black Hawk, CO), and Arapahoe Park racetrack (Aurora, CO). Following the completion of pending acquisitions, which include Tropicana Evansville (Evansville, IN), Jumer’s Casino & Hotel (Rock Island, IL), and MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa (Lake Tahoe, NV), as well as the construction of a land-based casino near the Nittany Mall in State College, PA, Bally’s will own and manage 15 casinos across 11 states. Its shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol «BALY.»

About Ira Lubert

Lubert is a well-known real estate and private equity investor, whose projects include a minority founding investment in Rivers Casino Pittsburgh and the development of the Valley Forge Casino Resort near Philadelphia, PA. 

Forward Looking Statements

This communication 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 historical facts, including future financial and operating results and Bally’s Corporation’s («Bally’s«) plans, objectives, expectations and intentions, legal, economic and regulatory conditions and any assumptions underlying any of the foregoing, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are sometimes identified by words like «may,» «will,» «should,» «potential,» «intend,» «expect,» «endeavor,» «seek,» «anticipate,» «estimate,» «overestimate,» «underestimate,» «believe,» «could,» «project,» «predict,» «continue,» «target» or other similar words or expressions. Forward-looking statements are based upon current plans, estimates and expectations that are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those indicated or anticipated by such forward-looking statements. The inclusion of such statements should not be regarded as a representation that such plans, estimates or expectations will be achieved. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from such plans, estimates or expectations include, among others, (1) uncertainty surrounding the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, including uncertainty regarding its extent, duration and impact, the resulting closure of Bally’s properties (all of which have re-opened at some limited level of capacity) and the risk that the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic may require Bally’s properties to close again for an indeterminable period of time; (2) the time it will take Bally’s to return its facilities to full capacity and the restrictions applicable to its facilities until then; (3) the costs to comply with any mandated health requirements associated with the virus; (4) customer responses as Bally’s facilities continue to operate under various restrictions including the time it takes customers to return to the facilities and the frequency with which they visit Bally’s facilities; (5) the economic uncertainty and challenges in the economy resulting from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, including the resulting reduced levels of discretionary consumer spending; (6) challenges Bally’s may face in bringing employees back to work upon re-opening of its facilities; (7) unexpected costs, charges or expenses resulting from recently completed and proposed acquisitions or development projects; (8) uncertainty as to whether Bally’s will be able to realize the anticipated benefits of its acquisitions; (9) risks associated with borrowings to fund Bally’s recently completed and proposed acquisitions, and the need to amend our bank credit facility for the effects of COVID-19 when the current waiver of financial covenants expires next year; and (10) other risk factors as detailed under Part I. Item 1A. «Risk Factors» of Bally’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2019 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 13, 2020 and Bally’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2020 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2020. The foregoing list of important factors is not exclusive.

Any forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this communication. Bally’s does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information or development, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any of these forward-looking statements.

Investor Contact

Steve Capp
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
401-475-8564
InvestorRelations@twinriver.com

Media Contact

Richard Goldman / David Gill
Kekst CNC
646-847-6102 / 917-842-5384
BallysMediaInquiries@kekstcnc.com

 

 

Cision View original content to download multimedia:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ballys-corporation-to-construct-and-operate-state-of-the-art-gaming-facility-in-centre-county-pa-301200056.html

SOURCE Bally’s Corporation

The Car Connection Names Best Car To Buy 2021: Ford Mustang Mach-E

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Car Connection (www.thecarconnection.com), the easiest place to research and shop for cars online, today named the Ford Mustang Mach-E as its Best Car To Buy 2021.

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Car Connection (www.thecarconnection.com), the easiest place to research and shop for cars online, today named the Ford Mustang Mach-E as its Best Car To Buy 2021.

Related auto enthusiast brands Motor Authority (www.motorauthority.com) and Green Car Reports (www.greencarreports.com) also named the winners of their Best Car To Buy awards. The Chevrolet Corvette took the title of Motor Authority’s Best Car To Buy 2021, while the Ford Mustang Mach-E also was named Green Car Reports’ Best Car To Buy 2021.

The Car Connection also named its best picks in individual categories, with base prices limited to $50,000 and with a requirement for standard automatic emergency braking:

Best Convertible To Buy 2021

Ford Mustang

Best Coupe To Buy 2021 

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe

Best Crossover To Buy 2021

Ford Mustang Mach-E

Best Economy Vehicle To Buy 2021

Hyundai Elantra Hybrid

Best Electric Vehicle To Buy 2021

Ford Mustang Mach-E

Best Family Vehicle To Buy 2021

Kia Telluride

Best Hatchback To Buy 2021

Nissan Leaf

Best Hybrid Vehicle To Buy 2021

Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

Best Luxury Vehicle To Buy 2021

Genesis GV80

Best Minivan To Buy 2021

Chrysler Pacifica

Best Performance Vehicle To Buy 2021

Honda Civic Type R

Best Pickup Truck To Buy 2021

Honda Ridgeline

Best Sedan To Buy 2021

Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

Best SUV To Buy 2021

Genesis GV80

Best Wagon To Buy 2021

Volvo V60

Ford Mustang Mach-E: Familiar name, new era

The Car Connection’s expert editors chose the Ford Mustang Mach-E from a competitive field of nominees. Contenders were new or fully redesigned models that achieved top scores in The Car Connection’s unique «TCC Rating» system, while adhering to a $50,000 base-price limit.

The 10-point TCC Rating rolls up scores given to each vehicle across six categories: safety, comfort and utility, fuel economy, performance, technology, and styling.

«The Mach-E cleverly reboots the Mustang name and reformats our expectations for the coming electric-car era,» said Marty Padgett, Editorial Director of The Car Connection, Motor Authority, and Green Car Reports. «The Mach-E delivers it all: efficiency, style, and heritage reinvented.»

This marks the first time in the history of the award that an electric car has been chosen by The Car Connection’s editors.

Chevrolet Corvette: A muscle car, transformed

Performance and luxury brand Motor Authority named the Chevrolet Corvette as its Best Performance/Luxury Car To Buy 2021. Editors selected the winner from new or redesigned luxury/performance vehicles made available for testing. The winner was judged to have the strongest appeal to enthusiasts with acceleration, handling, styling, and features—as well as value—with no price limit.

«The Corvette has been transformed,» Padgett said. «In its new mid-engine layout, the ‘Vette has thrilling handling and acceleration to match its sleek supercar body.»

Ford Mustang Mach-E: An electric car that takes charge of the past—and the future

Green Car Reports, a destination for green cars, electric cars, fuel-efficient cars, and hybrid cars, named the Ford Mustang Mach-E as its Best Green Car To Buy 2021. Editors chose the most significant new green car made widely available to shoppers during the 2021 model year, taking into account new technologies, their practicality, and their impact on the environment.

«The Mach-E doesn’t just trade on the Mustang name,» Padgett said. «It delivers a state of the art electric-car driving experience, with up to 300 miles of range and the promise for higher performance in the near future.»

Driver’s Choice Awards: Celebrating 5 years of putting enthusiasts in the driver’s seat

As they have since 2016, enthusiasts took the driver’s seat once again in The Car Connection’s Driver’s Choice Awards.

Readers were asked to vote on their personal picks for the best new-vehicle choices in a variety of major auto segments. Their choices were:

  • Best Performance Car: Ford Mustang Mach-E
  • Best Green Car: Ford Mustang Mach-E
  • Best Luxury Car: Genesis GV80
  • Best Looking Car: Ford Mustang Mach-E
  • Best Car On A Budget: Mazda CX-30
  • Best Car For Families: Toyota Sienna

About The Car Connection

The Car Connection (www.thecarconnection.com) is the easiest place to research and shop for cars online. The site makes car research easy with its unique «TCC Rating,» a clear numeric rating value based on a 10-point scale that reflects the overall opinion of our automotive experts on any vehicle.

The Car Connection is part of the Internet Brands Automotive Group (www.internetbrandsauto.com), one of the largest collections of automotive properties on the Internet, including pioneering car-buying website CarsDirect.com and a collection of more than 130 auto enthusiast websites. Collectively, the Internet Brands Automotive Group reaches more than 35 million unique visitors each month.

Cision View original content to download multimedia:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-car-connection-names-best-car-to-buy-2021-ford-mustang-mach-e-301199966.html

SOURCE The Car Connection

Global Electric Vehicle Battery Market 2021-2024 with Profiles of Samsung Sdi, Quallion, Boston-Power, and LG Chem Power

DUBLIN, Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The «Technology Landscape, Trends and Opportunities in the Global Electric Vehicle Battery Market» report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.

Research and Markets Logo

The technologies in electric vehicle battery have undergone significant change in recent years, with non-rechargeable to rechargeable electric vehicle batteries. The rising wave of new technologies, such as nickel-cadmium batteries, nickel-metal hydride batteries, sodium-nickel chloride batteries, and lithium-ion batteries are creating significant potential for electric vehicle battery applications due to reduced emission, betterment for the environment, health benefits, and safety improvements.

In this market, various technologies, such as lead-acid battery, nickel-cadmium battery, nickel-metal hydride battery, sodium-nickel chloride battery, and lithium-ion battery technologies, are used in battery electric vehicles, hybrid electric vehicles, and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. Growing demand for zero emission vehicles and decreasing cost of electric vehicle battery systems are creating opportunities for various electric vehicle battery technologies.

This report analyzes technology maturity, degree of disruption, competitive intensity, market potential, and other parameters of various technologies in the electric vehicle battery market.

The study includes technology readiness, competitive intensity, regulatory compliance, disruption potential, trends, forecasts and strategic implications for the global electric vehicle battery technology by application, technology, and region.

Some of the electric vehicle battery companies profiled in this report include Samsung Sdi, Quallion, Boston-Power, and LG Chem Power.

This report answers the following 9 key questions:

  • Q.1 What are some of the promising and high-growth technology opportunities for the electric vehicle battery market?
  • Q.2 Which technology will grow at a faster pace and why?
  • Q.3 What are the key factors affecting dynamics of different technologies? What are the drivers and challenges of these technologies in electric vehicle battery market?
  • Q.4 What are the levels of technology readiness, competitive intensity and regulatory compliance in this technology space?
  • Q.5 What are the new technology developments in electric vehicle battery market? Which companies are leading these developments?
  • Q.6 What are the latest developments in electric vehicle battery technologies? Which companies are leading these developments?
  • Q.7 Which technologies have potential of disruption in this market?
  • Q.8 Who are the major players in this electric vehicle battery market? What strategic initiatives are being implemented by key players for business growth?
  • Q.9 What are strategic growth opportunities in this electric vehicle battery technology space?

Key Topics Covered:

1. Executive Summary

2. Technology Landscape
2.1. Technology Background and Evolution
2.2. Technology and Application Mapping
2.3. Supply Chain

3. Technology Readiness
3.1. Technology Commercialization and Readiness
3.2. Drivers and Challenges in Electric Vehicle Battery Technologies
3.3. Competitive Intensity
3.4. Regulatory Compliance

4.Technology Trends and Forecasts Analysis from 2013-2024
4.1. Electric Vehicle Battery Opportunity
4.2. Technology Trends (2013-2018) and Forecasts (2019-2024)
4.2.1. Lead-Acid Battery
4.2.2. Nickel-Cadmium Battery
4.2.3. Nickel-Metal Hydride Battery
4.2.4. Sodium-Nickel Chloride Battery
4.2.5. Lithium-Ion Battery
4.3. Technology Trends (2013-2018) and Forecasts (2019-2024) by Application Segments
4.3.1. Battery Electric Vehicle
4.3.1.1. Lead-Acid Battery
4.3.1.2. Nickel-Cadmium Battery
4.3.1.3. Nickel-Metal Hydride Battery
4.3.1.4. Sodium-Nickel Chloride Battery
4.3.1.5. Lithium-Ion Battery
4.3.2. Hybrid Electric Vehicle
4.3.2.1. Lead-Acid Battery
4.3.2.2. Nickel-Cadmium Battery
4.3.2.3. Nickel-Metal Hydride Battery
4.3.2.4. Sodium-Nickel Chloride Battery
4.3.2.5. Lithium-Ion Battery
4.3.3. Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle
4.3.3.1. Lead-Acid Battery
4.3.3.2. Nickel-Cadmium Battery
4.3.3.3. Nickel-Metal Hydride Battery
4.3.3.4. Sodium-Nickel Chloride Battery
4.3.3.5. Lithium-Ion Battery

5.Technology Opportunities (2013-2024) by Region

6.Latest Developments and Innovations in the Electric Vehicle Battery Technologies

7. Companies/Ecosystem
7.1. Product Portfolio Analysis
7.2. Market Share Analysis
7.3. Geographical Reach

8.Strategic Implications
8.1. Implications
8.2. Growth Opportunity Analysis
8.2.1. Growth Opportunities for the Electric Vehicle Battery Market by Technology
8.2.2. Growth Opportunities for the Electric Vehicle Battery Market by Application
8.2.3. Growth Opportunities for the Electric Vehicle Battery Market by Region
8.3. Emerging Trends in the Electric Vehicle Battery Market
8.4. Disruption Potential
8.5. Strategic Analysis
8.5.1. New Product Development
8.5.2. Capacity Expansion of the Electric Vehicle Battery Market
8.5.3. Mergers, Acquisitions, and Joint Ventures in the Electric Vehicle Battery Market

9.Company Profiles of Leading Players
9.1. Samsung Sdi
9.2. Quallion
9.3. Boston-Power
9.4. LG Chem Power

Companies Mentioned

  • Samsung Sdi
  • Quallion
  • Boston-Power
  • LG Chem Power

For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/nta11z

About ResearchAndMarkets.com
ResearchAndMarkets.com is the world’s leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends.

Research and Markets also offers Custom Research services providing focused, comprehensive and tailored research.

Media Contact:

Research and Markets
Laura Wood, Senior Manager
press@researchandmarkets.com

For E.S.T Office Hours Call +1-917-300-0470
For U.S./CAN Toll Free Call +1-800-526-8630
For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900

U.S. Fax: 646-607-1907
Fax (outside U.S.): +353-1-481-1716

Cision View original content:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/global-electric-vehicle-battery-market-2021-2024-with-profiles-of-samsung-sdi-quallion-boston-power-and-lg-chem-power-301200104.html

SOURCE Research and Markets

Aircraft Lightning Protection Market to Hit $3.3 Bn by 2026; Global Market Insights, Inc.

SELBYVILLE, Del., Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Global Market Insights, Inc. has recently added a new report on the aircraft lightning protection market which estimates the…

SELBYVILLE, Del., Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Global Market Insights, Inc. has recently added a new report on the aircraft lightning protection market which estimates the market valuation for aircraft lightning protection will cross US$ 3.3 billion by 2026. The rising aircraft manufacturing will induce significant market growth potential.

Soaring growth in the travel & tourism sector will generate significant opportunities for the aerospace sector. It is the second-fastest-growing sector just behind the manufacturing sector. According to the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), the travel & tourism sector grew by 3.9% in 2018. According to the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the total number of international tourist arrivals across the globe increased by more than 70% between 2005 to 2018. This upward growth trajectory is expected to continue in the future, thereby propelling the aerospace sector growth. Apart from these factors, future airport infrastructure development projects and supportive government policies will aid the aerospace sector, in turn, driving aircraft lightning protection market expansion.

Request a sample of this research report @ https://www.gminsights.com/request-sample/detail/2822

High costs associated with maintenance and incorporation of lightning protection technologies in aircraft may hamper aircraft lightning protection market growth in the coming years. Aircraft manufacturers are focused on providing cost-effective and robust lightning protection technologies. Increasing international organization support to ensure the safety of aircraft users, passengers, and goods will provide a positive outlook for industry growth. International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and FAA are a few of the international aerospace agencies that provide regulatory guidelines to ensure safety against lightning strikes.

The lightning detection and warning segment will witness 5.5% CAGR from 2020 to 2026. Growth in this segment is attributable to stringent government regulations associated with aircraft safety. Industry participants are involved in strategic agreements and partnerships for technology advancements in lightning detection and warning systems in aircraft, thereby enhancing segment growth.

Regional jet will witness over 5% CAGR over the forecast timeframe. The manufacturers are optimizing cost, fuel efficiency, and flexibility in route development to attract more airline operators, thereby supporting industry growth in the future. Maintenance of aging fleets and high backlogs are further escalating demand for regional jetliners. The rising number of regional jets will further bolster the aircraft lightning protection market growth in the near future. This segment.

The key manufacturers in the aircraft lightning protection industry are Saab, Cobham, Honeywell International, Inc., Dayton-Granger, Inc., TE Connectivity, All Weather, Inc., and Saywell.

Some major findings of the aircraft lightning protection market report include:

  • Grounding wires will grow at a steady rate due to increasing demand from helicopters for protection against lightning strikes.
  • Huge military spending across the globe will trigger product penetration in the military segment.
  • Increasing demand for low-cost carriers and the development of cost-effective solutions will augment industry growth.

Request customization of this research report at https://www.gminsights.com/roc/2822

Partial chapters of report table of contents (TOC):

Chapter 2 Executive Summary

2.1  Aircraft lightning protection market 3600 synopsis, 2016 –2026

2.1.1  Business trends

2.1.2  Product trends

2.1.3  End user trends

2.1.4  Aircraft trends

2.1.5  Fit trends

2.1.6  Regional trends

Chapter 3 Aircraft Lightning Protection Industry Insights

3.1  Industry segmentation

3.2  Industry ecosystem analysis

3.2.1  Supplier

3.2.2  Manufacturer

3.2.3  Profit margin analysis

3.2.4  Distribution channel analysis

3.2.5  Vendor matrix

3.3  Technology landscape

3.4  Regulatory landscape

3.4.1  North America

3.4.2  Europe

3.4.3  Asia Pacific

3.4.4  Latin America

3.4.5  MEA

3.5  Industry impact forces

3.5.1  Growth drivers

3.5.1.1  Increasing aircraft production and R&D for lightning protection

3.5.1.2  Growing demand for low cost carriers and development of cost-effective solutions

3.5.1.3  Growing air passenger traffic and defense aircrafts

3.5.1.4  Increasing demand for single aisle aircraft fleet coupled with infrastructure development

3.5.1.5  Rising number of business jets along with Proliferating tourism industry

3.5.2  Industry pitfalls & challenges

3.5.2.1  High cost associated with aircraft manufacturing set up for lightning protection

3.6  Innovation & sustainability

3.7  Growth potential analysis

3.8  Porter’s analysis

3.9  Competitive landscape, 2019

3.9.1  Top players analysis

3.9.2  Strategy dashboard

3.10  PESTEL analysis

3.11  Impact of COVID-19 on aerospace & defense industry

Browse related report:

Aircraft Fairings Market Size By Aircraft (Commercial [Narrow-body, Widebody], Regional, Business, Military, Helicopters), By Application (Wing, Fuselage, Empennage, Landing Gear, Engine), By Material (Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastics [CFRP], Glass Fiber Reinforced Plastics [GFRP], Metals & Alloys), Industry Analysis Report, Regional Outlook, Application Growth Potential, Price Trends, Competitive Market Share & Forecast, 2020 – 2026

https://www.gminsights.com/industry-analysis/aircraft-fairings-market

About Global Market Insights

Global Market Insights, Inc., headquartered in Delaware, U.S., is a global market research and consulting service provider; offering syndicated and custom research reports along with growth consulting services. Our business intelligence and industry research reports offer clients with penetrative insights and actionable market data specially designed and presented to aid strategic decision making. These exhaustive reports are designed via a proprietary research methodology and are available for key industries such as chemicals, advanced materials, technology, renewable energy and biotechnology.

Contact Us:

Arun Hegde
Corporate Sales, USA
Global Market Insights, Inc.
Phone: 1-302-846-7766
Toll-Free: 1-888-689-0688
Email: sales@gminsights.com

Related Images

aircraft-lightning-protection.jpg
Aircraft Lightning Protection Market to reach $3.3 Bn by 2026
Aircraft Lightning Protection Market size is set to exceed USD 3.3 billion by 2026, according to a new research report by Global Market Insights, Inc.

Related Links

Aerospace Lightning Strike Protection Market

Airport Smart Lighting Market

Cision View original content to download multimedia:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/aircraft-lightning-protection-market-to-hit-3-3-bn-by-2026-global-market-insights-inc-301199959.html

SOURCE Global Market Insights, Inc.

The six big risks for 2021 – Healix Risk Oracle report for 2021 identifies six key risks beyond the pandemic

LONDON, Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — International risk management and assistance expert, Healix International, has identified six key areas of risk – besides the continued impact of COVID-19 – for global organisations in its 2021 Risk Oracle report.

  1. Natural Disasters – The increasing frequency of extreme weather events with natural disasters becoming more pronounced both in terms of frequency and severity. Building resilience to natural disasters is a…

LONDON, Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — International risk management and assistance expert, Healix International, has identified six key areas of risk – besides the continued impact of COVID-19 – for global organisations in its 2021 Risk Oracle report.

  1. Natural Disasters – The increasing frequency of extreme weather events with natural disasters becoming more pronounced both in terms of frequency and severity. Building resilience to natural disasters is a significant exercise.
  2. Faceless Threats – In a context of increased isolationism, and more time spent online, individuals will become increasingly disconnected from normative community activity with a comparative increase in crime and incidents of violence perpetrated by ‘faceless’ lone actors.
  3. Supply Chain Disruption – The highly complex logistical webs that make up the global economy have predominantly been designed with cost and efficiency in mind. Unless resilience starts to be factored into these considerations, disruption to supply chains will remain a significant operational risk factor.
  4. Cyber Attacks – No longer just an inconvenience, they are potentially calamitous. More worrisome, attacks targeting government infrastructure are on the rise, and any cyber breaches in this space could have unprecedented implications.
  5. Decay of the ‘social contract’ – Mounting frustrations over inequality, cynicism of perceived corrupt political elites, and distrust of wider civil society including the media and big business amid the pandemic of ‘Fake News’ are likely to lead to increased public agitation and worsening levels of political cohesion.
  6. Erosion of domestic political cohesion fuelled by social media – Complex political issues find themselves being misrepresented in the form of a ‘post’, ‘share’, or ‘tweet’. This dynamic will become more prevalent in 2021 and result in even more social and political divisiveness, with rising levels of political risk in locations where the ‘culture war’ is most pronounced.

As Chris Job MBE, Director, Risk Management Services, Healix International explains, it is vital for organisations with an international footprint to ensure that the myriad of risks beyond the coronavirus remain a focus. «2021 is likely to be as busy a year for challenging global events, some predictable and some unprecedented. Overlay this expectation with a new and as yet undefined normal and a global drive for economic growth, the need for robust organisational resilience plans is clear. The key now is to ensure consistent and reliable monitoring is combined with access to the most appropriate resources to ensure employee wellbeing remains the priority.»

«With our deep-rooted, in-house medical and security expertise underpinned by modern technology, Healix offers a single-source comprehensive, compelling and powerful risk solution for 2021 and beyond.»

The 2021 Healix International Risk Oracle Report, along with a global Security Risk Map, can be downloaded from https://info.healix.com/download-risk-forecasts-2021

About Healix International

Healix International is a global provider of travel risk management and international medical, security and travel assistance services. Working on behalf of multinationals, governments, NGOs and insurers they look after the welfare of expatriates, travellers, offshore workers and local nationals in every country of the world. Healix provide a comprehensive, integrated range of solutions to help safeguard the health and security of their clients’ employees, providing a single point of contact to access the expertise and help they may need, wherever they are in the world, 24/7.
www.healix.com