Streaming Platform Canela.TV Debuts Canela News, The First Free, Live Newscast For U.S. Latino Cord Cutters

NEW YORK, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Canela.TV, one of the first free ad-supported streaming services for U.S. Hispanics, announced today the launch of its original Spanish-language news programing <a target="_blank"…

NEW YORK, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Canela.TV, one of the first free ad-supported streaming services for U.S. Hispanics, announced today the launch of its original Spanish-language news programing Canela News, the first free, live newscast for US Latino cord cutters. The 30-minute news program kicks-off today and will air live Monday through Friday at 6:00 p.m. EST/3:00 p.m. PST, with repeat broadcasts at 9:00 p.m. EST/6:00 p.m. PST. The new program, — created by Latinos for Latinos – will feature hard news, sports and a much-needed «Buenas Noticias» (Good News) segment on Fridays. Canela News will be anchored by seasoned journalist Jimena Duarte and sportscaster Rene Romero, under the leadership of industry veteran, Alejandro Medina as Director of News, alongside a team of 15 staffers. 

«Consumers are seeking accurate and trustworthy information in-language to help them navigate the nuances of our current landscape,» said Medina, who brings on over 25 years of journalistic experience to Canela.TV. «This is a pivotal moment for Canela.TV as we take this opportunity with the upmost respect to provide our community with fair, balanced, and culturally relevant information that not only arms viewers with the information they need to get through their day, but also inspirational stories that elevate and empower our communities.»

News Anchor, Jimena Duarte, brings nearly 20 years of journalistic experience to Canela News having worked on news programming for some of the largest networks in both the U.S. and Mexico covering investigative reports, breaking news coverage, and one-on-one interviews with high-profile personalities.

Sportscaster René Duarte brings on a dynamic and passionate reporting style and extensive experience covering top international sporting events including the Olympics, the World Cup and world boxing titles, while conducting interviews for notable sports networks with some of today’s top sport legends including Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, Serena Williams, Scottie Pippen, Manny Pacquiao, Mike Tyson y Saúl «Canelo» Álvarez.

Canela News can be enjoy for FREE on Canela.TV. The Canela.TV, which is  available for download on the App Store and Google PlayRokuApple TVAndroid TVAmazon Fire TV and smart TVs.

For additional information on Canela.TV please visit: https://www.canela.tv/

ABOUT CANELA MEDIA
Canela Media is a leading digital media tech company offering brands a complete ecosystem to connect with multicultural audiences leading with its free streaming service, Canela.TV, offering on-demand Latino-focused movies and TV entertainment through multiple platforms.  Additionally, Canela Media reaches more than 20 million unique Hispanics across its 180+ premium Spanish-language sites and influencer database. Combined with the company’s proprietary data, Canela Media possesses in-depth knowledge and understanding of how to establish meaningful and culturally relevant connections with the new mainstream – U.S. Hispanics. Headquartered in New York, Canela Media is ranked as the fourth largest Hispanic ad-focused company and is female- and minority-owned. For more information please visit http://www.CanelaMedia.com.

 

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Honeywell’s Newest Turbogenerator Will Power Hybrid-Electric Aircraft, Run On Biofuel

PHOENIX, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Honeywell (NYSE: HON) announced it is developing a power source for hybrid-electric aircraft, planned for demonstration later this year.

PHOENIX, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Honeywell (NYSE: HON) announced it is developing a power source for hybrid-electric aircraft, planned for demonstration later this year.

At 280 pounds, the Honeywell 1-Megawatt generator weighs about the same as a motor scooter but delivers enough energy to power an entire neighborhood block. This generator will be combined with the Honeywell HGT1700 auxiliary power unit, currently flown on every Airbus A350 XWB, to form a turbogenerator 2.5 times more powerful than the version the company unveiled in 2019. 

The new turbogenerator from Honeywell will be able to run on aviation biofuel, including Honeywell Green Jet Fuel, which is chemically similar to fossil fuel but made from more sustainable alternatives, as well as conventional jet fuel and diesel. Honeywell’s turbogenerator can be used to operate high-power electric motors or charge batteries and can satisfy missions from heavy-lift cargo drones to air taxis, or commuter aircraft. The first demonstration of this turbogenerator system will occur in the third quarter of 2021, with ongoing development and qualification to follow.

«There is an inherent need for electric and hybrid-electric power as the urban air mobility segment takes shape and unmanned aerial vehicles enter service,» said Stephane Fymat, vice president and general manager for Unmanned Aerial Systems and Urban Air Mobility at Honeywell Aerospace. «Our turbogenerators provide a safe, lightweight package to serve these burgeoning segments, and we’re designing our solutions to meet the unique needs of customers developing aerial vehicles of the future.»

Traditionally, aircraft use fuel-burning engines to mechanically turn rotors, propellers or fans. Many new designs, however, use a distributed electric propulsion architecture, in which many electric motors can be tilted or turned off for vertical takeoff and horizontal flight. A Honeywell turbogenerator can provide electric power for multiple electric motors anywhere on an aircraft.

«Honeywell’s unrivaled legacy in the manufacturing of auxiliary power units and larger gas turbine engines gives us the ability to create unique power systems for future vehicles,» said Taylor Alberstadt, senior director of Power Systems Business Development at Honeywell Aerospace. «We think the future of aviation will include many new types of propulsion and power systems, and Honeywell is prepared to lead the way in their development.» 

In December, Honeywell signed a memorandum of understanding with British startup Faradair Aerospace to collaborate on systems and a turbogeneration unit that will run on sustainable aviation fuel to power Faradair’s Bio Electric Hybrid Aircraft (BEHA). Faradair intends to deliver 300 hybrid-electric BEHAs into service by 2030, of which 150 will be in a firefighting configuration. Honeywell is in advanced discussions with several other potential turbogenerator customers, working to help define power requirements based on mission profiles required by various manufacturers.

Honeywell unveiled its first turbogenerator for urban air mobility (UAM) at the 2019 HAI HELI-EXPO in Atlanta. It combined Honeywell’s HTS900 turboshaft engine with two 200-kilowatt generators. Since then, the company continues to grow its role in the UAM segment, highlighted by advancements in electric and hybrid-electric propulsion systems.

Honeywell is a major player in the emerging UAM segment, offering a full line of avionics, propulsion and operational systems—all tailored for piloted and autonomous vertical take-off and landing UAM and cargo vehicles. Honeywell also offers aerospace integration and certification expertise for enabling the commercialization of these vehicles.

Honeywell pioneered the sustainable aviation fuel market with its UOP Ecofining process. Honeywell Green Jet Fuel produced by this process is blended seamlessly with petroleum-based jet fuel at commercial scale. When used in up to a 50% blend with petroleum-based jet fuel, Honeywell Green Jet Fuel requires no changes to aircraft technology and meets all critical specifications for flight.

Learn more about UOP renewable energy technologies at www.uop.honeywell.com.

For more information on Honeywell’s advanced solutions, visit the UAS/UAM page on the Honeywell Aerospace website.

About Honeywell

Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on virtually every commercial, defense and space aircraft. The Aerospace business unit builds aircraft engines, cockpit and cabin electronics, wireless connectivity systems, mechanical components and more. Its hardware and software solutions create more fuel-efficient aircraft, more direct and on-time flights and safer skies and airports. For more information, visit www.honeywell.com or follow us at @Honeywell_Aero.

Honeywell (www.honeywell.com) is a Fortune 100 technology company that delivers industry-specific solutions that include aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings and industry; and performance materials globally. Our technologies help aircraft, buildings, manufacturing plants, supply chains, and workers become more connected to make our world smarter, safer, and more sustainable. For more news and information on Honeywell, please visit www.honeywell.com/newsroom.

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Boyd Gaming, FanDuel Group Announce Plans To Launch Stardust Online Casino In New Jersey, Pennsylvania

LAS VEGAS, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE: BYD) and FanDuel Group today announced plans to launch Stardust-branded online casinos in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, marking the iconic gaming brand’s return to real-money gaming.

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LAS VEGAS, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE: BYD) and FanDuel Group today announced plans to launch Stardust-branded online casinos in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, marking the iconic gaming brand’s return to real-money gaming.

FanDuel and Boyd Gaming anticipate launching the Stardust casinos in April, pending final regulatory approval from each state. FanDuel plans to rebrand its existing Betfair Casino in New Jersey under Boyd Gaming’s Stardust brand, while launching a Stardust online casino in Pennsylvania.  A single Stardust Casino app will be available for iOS and Android in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania. 

Keith Smith, President and Chief Executive Officer of Boyd Gaming, said: «For nearly 50 years, the Stardust was one of the most famous casinos on the Las Vegas Strip.  And while the resort has been gone for more than a decade, the Stardust brand is still as well-known and popular as ever.  We are excited to work with our partners at FanDuel to launch our first real-money online casinos and are confident this legendary brand will give us a significant advantage in connecting with players looking for a distinctive online gaming experience.»

The Stardust Casino will be built on FanDuel’s proprietary front-end, apps and player account management system.  Both the Pennsylvania and New Jersey online casinos will be linked to Boyd Gaming’s B Connected player loyalty program, allowing players to earn B Connected points and tier credits for their play on Stardust Casino.

The new Stardust Casino experience (www.stardustcasino.com) will include a number of key features, including:

  • A robust offering of players’ favorite casino games, including slots, blackjack, roulette, video poker and baccarat, as well as live dealer games.
  • The ability to securely and quickly cash out winnings, with the same level of customer support, convenience, safety and security that customers have come to expect from FanDuel.
  • Numerous account protections will be available to players, reflecting Boyd Gaming’s and FanDuel’s strong shared commitment to responsible gaming.

«The new Stardust Casino will retain all of the great games that customers love on Betfair Casino, while incorporating a new stylish look that captures the glitz, glamour and nostalgia of old Las Vegas,» said Amy Howe, President of FanDuel Group.  «Stardust Casino allows us to take a market leading product to the next level, creating a unified platform across New Jersey and Pennsylvania and integrating Boyd Gaming’s B Connected player loyalty program to provide even more value to our customers.»  

Stardust Casino will be available for download on iOS and Android or via web at www.stardustcasino.com pending regulatory approval.  New Jersey and Pennsylvania players will be able to sign up for a new account or login using either their existing Betfair Casino credentials in New Jersey or their FanDuel fantasy/sportsbook credentials in both states.

In addition to Stardust Casino, the FanDuel Sportsbook & Casino app is currently available to customers in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Michigan. 

While players must be in New Jersey or Pennsylvania to access the real-money Stardust Casino, customers across the country can access Boyd’s Stardust Social Casino.  Stardust Social Casino is free-to-play and available for download on the Apple app store or the Google Play store.

Forward-looking Statements and Company Information
This press 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. Such statements contain words such as «may,» «will,» «might,» «expect,» «believe,» «anticipate,» «could,» «would,» «estimate,» «continue,» «pursue,» or the negative thereof or comparable terminology, and may include (without limitation) information regarding the Company’s expectations, goals or intentions regarding future performance. In addition, forward-looking statements in this press release include statements regarding the timing for receipt of regulatory approvals and product launch, and the implementation of features and functionality of the application, including the integration of BConnected. These forward-looking statements are based upon the current beliefs and expectations of management and involve certain risks and uncertainties, including (without limitation) the possibility that the transactions contemplated will not realize the growth opportunities as anticipated. Additional factors are discussed in «Risk Factors» in Boyd’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020, and in Boyd’s other current and periodic reports filed from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission. All forward-looking statements in this current report are made as of the date hereof, based on information available to Boyd as of the date hereof, and Boyd assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement.

About Boyd Gaming
Founded in 1975, Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE: BYD) is a leading geographically diversified operator of 28 gaming entertainment properties in 10 states.  The Company is also a strategic partner and 5% equity owner of FanDuel Group, the nation’s leading sports-betting and iGaming operator.  With one of the most experienced leadership teams in the casino industry, Boyd Gaming prides itself on offering its guests an outstanding entertainment experience, delivered with unwavering attention to customer service.  For additional Company information and press releases, visit www.boydgaming.com.

About FanDuel Group
FanDuel Group is an innovative sports-tech entertainment company that is changing the way consumers engage with their favorite sports, teams, and leagues. The premier gaming destination in the United States, FanDuel Group consists of a portfolio of leading brands across gaming, sports betting, daily fantasy sports, advance-deposit wagering, and TV/media, including FanDuel, Betfair US, and TVG. FanDuel Group has a presence across 45 states and 8.5 million customers. The company is based in New York with offices in California, New Jersey, Florida, Oregon, and Scotland. FanDuel Group is a subsidiary of Flutter Entertainment plc, a leading international sports betting and gaming operator and a constituent of the FTSE 100 index of the London Stock Exchange.

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El Foro Generación Igualdad cobra impulso: Las Coaliciones para la Acción adelantan sus recomendaciones y lanzan un audaz llamamiento a los compromisos

NUEVA YORK, 8 de marzo de 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Los y las líderes que participan en el Foro Generación Igualdad 2021 han pedido nuevos y audaces compromisos mundiales para catapultar el progreso por la igualdad de género. Las Coaliciones para la Acción del Foro son asociaciones nuevas e innovadoras que incluyen gobiernos, movimientos y organizaciones feministas y juveniles, el sector privado y organizaciones internacionales. Hoy presentarán las acciones que consideran fundamentales para crear sociedades con igualdad de…

NUEVA YORK, 8 de marzo de 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Los y las líderes que participan en el Foro Generación Igualdad 2021 han pedido nuevos y audaces compromisos mundiales para catapultar el progreso por la igualdad de género. Las Coaliciones para la Acción del Foro son asociaciones nuevas e innovadoras que incluyen gobiernos, movimientos y organizaciones feministas y juveniles, el sector privado y organizaciones internacionales. Hoy presentarán las acciones que consideran fundamentales para crear sociedades con igualdad de género mientras el mundo se reconstruye después de la COVID-19.  Los y las líderes también harán un llamamiento para que otros se unan a ellos como responsables del compromiso en su esfuerzo por acelerar la inversión y la aplicación de los derechos de las mujeres y las niñas. Su urgente llamamiento refleja la preocupación por el hecho de que la igualdad de género -retrocedida por la pandemia del COVID-19- necesita redoblar la inversión y el enfoque si no se quiere que las mujeres y las niñas del mundo se queden atrás.

El Foro Generación Igualdad 2021, una iniciativa de ONU Mujeres, con los gobiernos de Francia y México, y en colaboración con la sociedad civil y los jóvenes, comenzará en Ciudad de México en marzo de 2021 y culminará en París en junio de 2021- y tiene como objetivo impulsar importantes compromisos financieros y políticos para la igualdad de género.

Las Coaliciones para la Acción destacan los pasos de acción concretos que consideran fundamentales para una nueva y audaz agenda feminista en los próximos 5 años. Algunos ejemplos incluyen:

  • Medidas radicales para poner fin a la violencia contra las mujeres y las niñas, incluida la introducción y aplicación acelerada de leyes y políticas que prohíban todas las formas de violencia de género, protegiendo a 550 millones más de mujeres y niñas en todo el mundo.
        
  • Un replanteamiento global del trabajo de cuidados y la igualdad salarial, que incluya esfuerzos políticos para reconocer, reducir y redistribuir el trabajo de cuidados no remunerado, junto con la creación de otros 80 millones de puestos de trabajo de cuidados decentes.
       
  • Poner a las mujeres y a las niñas en el centro de las nuevas economías digitales y ecológicas impulsando la creación de puestos de trabajo y oportunidades de liderazgo, duplicando la proporción de mujeres que trabajan en la tecnología y la innovación, y acelerando la inversión en soluciones climáticas con perspectiva de género.
          
  • Reducir a la mitad la actual brecha digital de género a la que se enfrentan las niñas y las mujeres, garantizando que 600 millones más de mujeres puedan acceder a Internet y que más de 350 millones de mujeres y niñas tengan acceso a un teléfono móvil.
         
  • Capacitar a las mujeres y las niñas para que tomen sus propias decisiones sobre su vida sexual y reproductiva y actúen en consecuencia, ampliando la educación sexual integral a 50 millones de jóvenes más y cambiando las normas, las leyes y las políticas para que al menos 260 millones más de niñas, adolescentes y mujeres puedan ejercer su autonomía corporal y sus derechos sexuales y reproductivos.
        
  • Aumentar los recursos para los grupos de mujeres feministas, dirigidos por jóvenes y de base, incluidos los fondos de mujeres, duplicando la tasa de crecimiento anual de la financiación de dichas organizaciones.

El Foro Generación Igualdad responde al hecho de que, 26 años después de la histórica Cuarta Conferencia Mundial sobre la Mujer celebrada en Beijing, la retórica pública sobre la igualdad de género no ha ido acompañada de acciones y aplicación. La COVID-19 ha exacerbado las desigualdades existentes, con informes sobre el aumento de la violencia contra las mujeres, así como un mayor impacto económico adverso.

Las versiones preliminares de las acciones de las Coaliciones para la Acción pueden verse aquí. Los «planos» completos que detallan las versiones iniciales de las agendas de cada Coalición para la Acción se darán a conocer en el Foro Generación Igualdad que se celebrará en Ciudad de México del 29 al 31 de marzo.  La inscripción para el evento de México ya está abierta en este enlace. Se puede encontrar más información sobre el Foro de Ciudad de México aquí.

Acogiendo con satisfacción el trabajo inicial de las Coaliciones para la Acción y destacando la importancia de su programa, Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, Directora Ejecutiva de ONU Mujeres, dijo «La pandemia ha tenido un impacto desastroso en la vida de las mujeres y las niñas y ha supuesto un gran retroceso en el impulso para lograr la igualdad en nuestra generación. El Foro Generación Igualdad -impulsado por el trabajo de las Coaliciones para la Acción- es una oportunidad que se presenta una vez en una década para cambiar permanentemente de rumbo. Hacemos un llamamiento a los gobiernos, a las empresas y a las organizaciones de todo el mundo que se dedican al cambio para que se unan a nuestro impulso urgente para acciones y compromisos.»

Para obtener más información sobre cómo convertirse en un Aliado Comprometido del Foro Generación Igualdad, las organizaciones interesadas pueden ver las preguntas frecuentes o señalar su interés en el sitio web del Foro Generación Igualdad, forum.generationequality.org.

Notas a los editores

1.  Para más información, por favor póngase en contacto con Clare Winterton, ONU Mujeres, clare.winterton@unwomen.org, +1 415 867 6525 o Nancy McCarthy de Ogilvy Public Relations, nancy.mccarthy@ogilvy.com, +1 212.880.5366/móvil +1(917) 549-0233.

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El Foro Generación Igualdad cobra impulso: Las Coaliciones para la Acción adelantan sus recomendaciones y lanzan un audaz llamamiento a los compromisos

NUEVA YORK, 8 de marzo de 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Los y las líderes que participan en el Foro Generación Igualdad 2021 han pedido nuevos y audaces compromisos mundiales para catapultar el progreso por la igualdad de género. Las Coaliciones para la Acción del Foro son asociaciones nuevas e innovadoras que incluyen gobiernos, movimientos y organizaciones feministas y juveniles, el sector privado y organizaciones internacionales. Hoy presentarán las acciones que consideran fundamentales para crear sociedades con igualdad de…

NUEVA YORK, 8 de marzo de 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Los y las líderes que participan en el Foro Generación Igualdad 2021 han pedido nuevos y audaces compromisos mundiales para catapultar el progreso por la igualdad de género. Las Coaliciones para la Acción del Foro son asociaciones nuevas e innovadoras que incluyen gobiernos, movimientos y organizaciones feministas y juveniles, el sector privado y organizaciones internacionales. Hoy presentarán las acciones que consideran fundamentales para crear sociedades con igualdad de género mientras el mundo se reconstruye después de la COVID-19.  Los y las líderes también harán un llamamiento para que otros se unan a ellos como responsables del compromiso en su esfuerzo por acelerar la inversión y la aplicación de los derechos de las mujeres y las niñas. Su urgente llamamiento refleja la preocupación por el hecho de que la igualdad de género -retrocedida por la pandemia del COVID-19- necesita redoblar la inversión y el enfoque si no se quiere que las mujeres y las niñas del mundo se queden atrás.

El Foro Generación Igualdad 2021, una iniciativa de ONU Mujeres, con los gobiernos de Francia y México, y en colaboración con la sociedad civil y los jóvenes, comenzará en Ciudad de México en marzo de 2021 y culminará en París en junio de 2021- y tiene como objetivo impulsar importantes compromisos financieros y políticos para la igualdad de género.

Las Coaliciones para la Acción destacan los pasos de acción concretos que consideran fundamentales para una nueva y audaz agenda feminista en los próximos 5 años. Algunos ejemplos incluyen:

  • Medidas radicales para poner fin a la violencia contra las mujeres y las niñas, incluida la introducción y aplicación acelerada de leyes y políticas que prohíban todas las formas de violencia de género, protegiendo a 550 millones más de mujeres y niñas en todo el mundo.
        
  • Un replanteamiento global del trabajo de cuidados y la igualdad salarial, que incluya esfuerzos políticos para reconocer, reducir y redistribuir el trabajo de cuidados no remunerado, junto con la creación de otros 80 millones de puestos de trabajo de cuidados decentes.
       
  • Poner a las mujeres y a las niñas en el centro de las nuevas economías digitales y ecológicas impulsando la creación de puestos de trabajo y oportunidades de liderazgo, duplicando la proporción de mujeres que trabajan en la tecnología y la innovación, y acelerando la inversión en soluciones climáticas con perspectiva de género.
          
  • Reducir a la mitad la actual brecha digital de género a la que se enfrentan las niñas y las mujeres, garantizando que 600 millones más de mujeres puedan acceder a Internet y que más de 350 millones de mujeres y niñas tengan acceso a un teléfono móvil.
         
  • Capacitar a las mujeres y las niñas para que tomen sus propias decisiones sobre su vida sexual y reproductiva y actúen en consecuencia, ampliando la educación sexual integral a 50 millones de jóvenes más y cambiando las normas, las leyes y las políticas para que al menos 260 millones más de niñas, adolescentes y mujeres puedan ejercer su autonomía corporal y sus derechos sexuales y reproductivos.
        
  • Aumentar los recursos para los grupos de mujeres feministas, dirigidos por jóvenes y de base, incluidos los fondos de mujeres, duplicando la tasa de crecimiento anual de la financiación de dichas organizaciones.

El Foro Generación Igualdad responde al hecho de que, 26 años después de la histórica Cuarta Conferencia Mundial sobre la Mujer celebrada en Beijing, la retórica pública sobre la igualdad de género no ha ido acompañada de acciones y aplicación. La COVID-19 ha exacerbado las desigualdades existentes, con informes sobre el aumento de la violencia contra las mujeres, así como un mayor impacto económico adverso.

Las versiones preliminares de las acciones de las Coaliciones para la Acción pueden verse aquí. Los «planos» completos que detallan las versiones iniciales de las agendas de cada Coalición para la Acción se darán a conocer en el Foro Generación Igualdad que se celebrará en Ciudad de México del 29 al 31 de marzo.  La inscripción para el evento de México ya está abierta en este enlace. Se puede encontrar más información sobre el Foro de Ciudad de México aquí.

Acogiendo con satisfacción el trabajo inicial de las Coaliciones para la Acción y destacando la importancia de su programa, Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, Directora Ejecutiva de ONU Mujeres, dijo «La pandemia ha tenido un impacto desastroso en la vida de las mujeres y las niñas y ha supuesto un gran retroceso en el impulso para lograr la igualdad en nuestra generación. El Foro Generación Igualdad -impulsado por el trabajo de las Coaliciones para la Acción- es una oportunidad que se presenta una vez en una década para cambiar permanentemente de rumbo. Hacemos un llamamiento a los gobiernos, a las empresas y a las organizaciones de todo el mundo que se dedican al cambio para que se unan a nuestro impulso urgente para acciones y compromisos.»

Para obtener más información sobre cómo convertirse en un Aliado Comprometido del Foro Generación Igualdad, las organizaciones interesadas pueden ver las preguntas frecuentes o señalar su interés en el sitio web del Foro Generación Igualdad, forum.generationequality.org.

Notas a los editores

1.  Para más información, por favor póngase en contacto con Clare Winterton, ONU Mujeres, clare.winterton@unwomen.org, +1 415 867 6525 o Nancy McCarthy de Ogilvy Public Relations, nancy.mccarthy@ogilvy.com, +1 212.880.5366/móvil +1(917) 549-0233.

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Hyundai’s Venue Celebrates Milestone With Back-to-Back Sales Increases and Numerous Awards

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Hyundai’s subcompact SUV Venue, has reached an impressive first year milestone with four straight months of growing sales and an increase of 45 percent so far this year. As strong retail demand for Hyundai’s expanded SUV lineup…

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Hyundai’s subcompact SUV Venue, has reached an impressive first year milestone with four straight months of growing sales and an increase of 45 percent so far this year. As strong retail demand for Hyundai’s expanded SUV lineup continues to be prevalent in 2021 with an overall increase of eight percent in February, Venue showed an impressive 52 percent sales increase versus one year ago. Venue is packed with standard safety and technology conveniences not typically found in vehicles of similar class. As a result, Venue has been awarded by numerous leading media outlets.

The ‘right-sized,’ and FUNctional Venue subcompact SUV primarily attracts females and multiple generations. Sixty-six percent of purchasers are women and over forty percent include Millennials and Gen X according to internal data. Venue buyers include eleven percent African American and sixteen percent Hispanic. The multigenerational and multicultural interest for the Venue has attracted new buyers to the Hyundai family.

Hyundai Venue

«As consumers faced personal transportation needs due to the pandemic, reliability and technology-rich vehicles drove appeal,» said Olabisi Boyle, vice president, Product Planning and Mobility Strategy, Hyundai Motor North America. «The Venue is feature packed, fuel-efficient and backed by the industry’s best warranty.»

The Venue has a variety of standard tech and safety technologies including Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Keeping Assist and Driver Attention Warning. Venue is fuel efficient with an EPA-estimated 33 miles per gallon on the highway. All Venue trims are backed by America’s Best Warranty, including 10-Year / 100,000-Mile Powertrain Limited Warranty, 5-Year / 60,000-Mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty and Complimentary Maintenance for 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first).

Since its inception, the Venue has received the following award accolades:
2020 Best Interior by Wards Auto
2020 Top Safety Pick by IIHS (when equipped with LED Headlights)
2020 5-Year to Own Award by Kelley Blue Book (KBB)
2021 IIHS Top Safety Pick (with specific headlights) 
2021 Best Value vehicle by Cars.com
2021 Best Subcompact SUV by CNET/Road Show.
2021 Automotive Best Buy by Consumer Guide

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Barry Sternlicht’s Award-Winning Treehouse Hotel To Open First U.S. Location In Brickell, Miami In 2023

MIAMI, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — SH Hotels & Resorts, an affiliate of global private investment firm Starwood Capital Group led by Chairman and CEO Barry Sternlicht, today announced that it will open its award-winning Treehouse Hotel in Miami, the brand’s first U.S. location, in 2023. Treehouse Hotels debuted in London in 2019.

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MIAMI, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — SH Hotels & Resorts, an affiliate of global private investment firm Starwood Capital Group led by Chairman and CEO Barry Sternlicht, today announced that it will open its award-winning Treehouse Hotel in Miami, the brand’s first U.S. location, in 2023. Treehouse Hotels debuted in London in 2019.

Treehouse Hotels are about freedom and fun—the wondrous, childhood feeling of climbing into a treehouse and making up your own rules. Designed to appeal to the child in all of us, Treehouse Brickell will be imaginative and nostalgic—inspired by simple joys. Urban yet earthy. Responsible and caring. Dreamed as a space where travelers can converge to share ideas, stories, and connect with the local community. Designed in collaboration with Rockwell Group and SHoP Architects, Treehouse Brickell rises from a beautifully landscaped park, providing guests expansive views of the Miami skyline.

«Downtown Miami, Brickell is the perfect place for a Treehouse. Like its London counterpart, Treehouse Brickell will be as much a destination for travelers as a local hangout, and will introduce a new kind of thoughtful, fun and imaginative hospitality experience to the area,» said Starwood Capital Group Chairman and CEO Barry Sternlicht.

Sustainability
True to the mission of its sister brand 1 Hotels, Treehouse Hotels is rooted in sustainability. By implementing a wide range of energy, water, and environmental design strategies, Treehouse minimizes the hotel’s environmental impact. Features like rainwater harvesting and reuse, low-carbon energy materials, electric-car-recharging stations, and bike parking provide a pathway to a lower carbon footprint.

The Details
Crafted by the ideas that inspire fun seekers and the young at heart, Treehouse Brickell is infused with a sense of playfulness and personality of place. The 62-story hotel has 191 rooms and is filled with repurposed materials and found objects, like reclaimed flooring, wood beams and warm, mismatched lighting, making for a homey, witty, sunny, and fun atmosphere. Inspired by deep ties to the Miami River, the interiors feel much like a welcoming boathouse.

Dining, Stargazing, Drinks and a Dip
The hotel will have two rooftop pools boasting views of the beautiful Miami skyline, with several bar and snack options. The main dining area offers a casual, indoor/outdoor experience with a designated terrace and private bar. The restaurant will be bright and festive, with glowing lanterns, a custom mural, rocking chairs, and Cuban-tiled floors. 

Outdoor Events
Treehouse Brickell’s 25th floor event space features sweeping views, dramatic ceiling heights and expansive outdoor spaces, with lush vegetation throughout. A wood frame structure with exposed ceilings defines the space, adaptable to a variety of different-size groups.

«We are proud to partner with industry trailblazer Barry Sternlicht to create a Treehouse at 1 Southside Park,» said Michael Stern, Founder and CEO of JDS Development Group. «Barry continually raises the bar for exceptional experiences in hospitality, and our location at 1 Southside Park will provide the perfect environment to welcome Treehouse to Brickell, Miami, and celebrate the hotel’s first U.S. location.»

About SH Hotels & Resorts
SH Hotels & Resorts, an affiliate of global private investment firm Starwood Capital Group, is a hotel brand management company that operates 1 Hotels, a mission-driven luxury lifestyle brand that launched in 2015 with properties in South Beach, Manhattan, Brooklyn, West Hollywood and Haitang Bay with projects under development in San Francisco, Nashville, Sunnyvale, Hanalei Bay, Cabo San Lucas, Paris, Toronto and Melbourne. SH Hotels & Resorts also operates Treehouse Hotel, a sister to the 1 Hotels brand, and Baccarat Hotels Resorts, a luxury brand that debuted its flagship property in March 2015 in New York, with projects under development in Doha and Bordeaux. SH Hotels & Resorts properties are among the first hotels in the world to become Sharecare Health Security VERIFIED® with Forbes Travel Guide. The comprehensive facility verification helps ensure that guests and travel planners can book with confidence at properties that have appropriate health safety procedures in place. Leveraging its marketing, design, operational and technological expertise, SH Hotels & Resorts is the force behind some of the most groundbreaking and forward-thinking hotel brands in the world—a brand, a cause, and a platform for change.

About JDS Development Group
JDS Development Group is a team of innovators and builders pioneering progressive new forms of large-scale urban development that challenge the status quo of the real estate industry. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in New York, JDS is a national firm focused on acquisition, development, and construction, recognized for its architecturally significant mixed-use projects that respond to each community and push the boundaries of engineering and design. JDS projects include 111 West 57th Street, American Copper Buildings, 9 DeKalb, Walker Tower, Monad Terrace and other award-winning collaborations with the world’s top architects and designers. jdsdevelopment.com @jdsdevelopmentgroup

About Rockwell Group
Based in New York with offices in Los Angeles and Madrid, Rockwell Group is an interdisciplinary architecture and design firm that emphasizes innovation and thought leadership in every project.  Founded by David Rockwell, FAIA, and led by David and partners Shawn Sullivan and Greg Keffer, the 250-person firm merges performance and architecture to create extraordinary experiences and built environments across the globe. Inspired by theater, technology, and high-end craft, the firm creates a unique narrative for each project, ranging from restaurants, hotels, cultural and educational institutions, airport terminals, to festivals, museum exhibitions, and Broadway sets. Projects include 1 Hotel Toronto; Nobu hotels and restaurants worldwide; W Hotels worldwide; The Perelman, a new arts center in New York (Restaurant and Lobby Interior Architect); the Smithsonian FUTURES exhibition; and Hopkins Student Center for John Hopkins University (Baltimore). David Rockwell’s newest book, DRAMA, will be published by Phaidon in the Spring. Honors and recognition include the 2016 Tony Award for Best Scenic Design for She Loves Me; the AIANY President’s Award; the Cooper Hewitt National Design Award; and the Presidential Design Award.

About SHoP Architects
SHoP Architects is a New York-based design and planning firm with major projects completed or underway on five continents. SHoP sets itself apart from its peers with a high-performance approach to architecture that forefronts the activation of dynamic public spaces, the use of technology to imaginatively reinterpret authentic building materials, a results-driven approach to sustainability and an emphasis on the research and deployment of next-generation methods of project delivery. Notable SHoP projects include Brooklyn’s Barclays Center arena, the new Uber Headquarters in San Francisco, the recently opened Collins Arch complex in Melbourne, Fulbright University Vietnam, Codrico Tower Rotterdam, multiple diplomatic facilities for the U.S. Department of State, the award-winning Midtown Center in Washington, D.C., and the peerless residential tower now nearing completion at 111 West 57th Street in Manhattan. The diverse and trend-setting work of the firm has been widely celebrated with a variety of honors, among them the Design Miami Visionary Award, the National Academy Distinguished Achievement Award and the Smithsonian Institute’s National Design Award for Architecture. In 2014 Fast Company named SHoP the most innovative architecture firm in the world.  

About James Corner Field Operations
James Corner Field Operations is a leading-edge landscape architecture and urban design practice with offices in New York, San Francisco and Philadelphia. The practice is renowned for strong contemporary design across a variety of project types and scales, from large urban districts and complex post-industrial sites, to small well-crafted, detailed design projects. In all of the work, there is a deep commitment to the design of a vibrant and dynamic public realm that integrates ecology, program and people. Major projects in the portfolio include the design of the High Line in New York City; Tongva Park and Ken Genser Square in Santa Monica; Chicago’s newly redesigned Navy Pier and Polk Bros. Park; Domino Park in Brooklyn; Cleveland’s Public Square; The Underline in Miami; Seattle’s Central Waterfront; Miami Beach’s Lincoln Road; New York’s Cornell Tech Campus in Roosevelt Island and Freshkills Park in Staten Island; Newark’s Riverfront Park, the Presidio Master Plan and Tunnel Tops and Rebuild by Design’s Bay Area Challenge in San Francisco; London’s South Park Plaza at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park; Memphis’ Shelby Farms Park; Shanghai’s Taopu Central Park; and Hong Kong’s Tsim Sha Tsui Waterfront.

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Marriott Bonvoy’s Portfolio Of Longer Stay Brands Revel In Recovery With More Room For Possibility In New Destinations

BETHESDA, Md., March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of longer stay brands – Element Hotels

BETHESDA, Md., March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of longer stay brands – Element HotelsResidence Inn by Marriott, and TownePlace Suites by Marriott – announced today a selection of new openings and offerings, providing travelers with more room to relax in new global destinations. Poised for continued resilience in a changing travel environment, longer stay brands provide maximized comfort with spacious layouts coupled with residential amenities – perfect for an extended getaway, from a few nights to a few weeks.

«We continue to see strong demand for our longer stay hotels from both business and leisure travelers,» said Tina Edmundson, Global Brand and Marketing Officer, Marriott International. «From the innovative Studio Commons offering at Element Hotels to comfortable one-bedroom suites at Residence Inn and TownePlace Suites, Marriott Bonvoy offers a breadth of brands with options that offer extra space to travel and live well. We are delighted to introduce a bevy of new properties that will provide the ultimate residential comfort to create a home away from home.»

As the lines between business and leisure continue to blur, small groups are seeking more space to work and relax, while essential business travelers are spending longer periods on the road. Longer stay hotels are the premier choice of accommodations for a hassle-free experience with desired amenities and limited housekeeping on-demand.

All three brands provide guests complimentary access to business centers and fitness facilities. Pets are welcomed, based on weight and for an additional fee, to help guests maintain a connection to their furry companions, no matter where they go. And free Wi-Fi and complimentary breakfast are a standard at every hotel. Outside of urban locations, guests can unwind with ample outdoor space including firepits and grills, setting the stage for casual relaxation and social interaction. Each of the three brands offer distinct experiences, allowing guests to seamlessly replicate their everyday routine while exploring.

Maintain Balance with Element Hotels
Element Hotels caters to the healthy, active traveler who wants to maintain a balanced lifestyle while on the road. Element features open and modern design, nature-inspired decor and sustainably-minded amenities that enable everyday healthy habits. Guests can enjoy brand signatures like in-room kitchens, the Bikes to Borrow program, or all-natural saline pools. Element’s newest offering – the Studio Commons communal room concept – proves to be particularly relevant and appealing to today’s travel environment. The innovative configuration consists of four private guest rooms anchored by a common living space, where guests can gather, work, or dine together. In addition to a fully equipped kitchen, Studio Commons features flexible dining or workspace seating for eight guests and a spacious entertainment area.

Travelers can experience a new way to relax, refresh, and connect at one of these Element hotels featuring Studio Commons:

Comfortable, Upscale Living with Residence Inn
As the first and largest longer stay hotel brand in the world with over 870 properties, Residence Inn has been dedicated to creating upscale, modern residential spaces for guests to truly live their life on the road – on their own terms and without constraints. Residence Inn’s well-appointed suites feature separate spaces to live, work, and sleep including full kitchens. With complimentary grocery delivery service, guests can eat well and enjoy homecooked meals on the in-suite dining bar or relax outside by the pool and firepits.

Travelers can experience Residence Inn’s unrivaled style and comfort at one of these new locations:

Stay Productive with TownePlace Suites
TownePlace Suites features a simple, yet innovative design, sprinkled with personal touches and cheerful details. As one of Marriott’s fastest growing brands with its new Cincinnati property marking its 450th hotel opening, it is ideal for the longer stay traveler who seeks a reliable experience to stay productive and upbeat. All guest suites are outfitted with Elfa® closets by The Container Store® to help guests settle in and feel right at home. TownePlace Suites has also teamed up with Weber® to bring quality grilling amenities to its outdoor spaces including grills, tools, seasonings and recipes. The brand’s Something Borrowed® program invites guests to get the most out of their stays with items they might use at home, but cannot bring with them – such as blenders, crockpots, rice cookers, cookbooks, and board games.

Travelers can add a little fun and comfort to their trip with TownePlace Suites at one of these new locations:

With nearly 1,400 hotels around the world, Element Hotels, Residence Inn and TownePlace Suites continue to lead in the growing longer stays segment. Marriott’s longer stay properties account for nearly  30 percent of the global extended stay supply, with a signed pipeline of 575 additional properties. According to a recent report published by Lodging Econometrics, extended stay properties make up more than a quarter of the total U.S. development pipeline, signaling continued demand from hotel owners as well as travelers.

From now through June 6, guests can stay longer and save with special rates for more than five nights. Those who fancy themselves home chefs can earn a $25 grocery gift card for stays of over seven consecutive nights at participating properties in the U.S., Canada, Caribbean and Latin America.

For more information and to book a stay, visit www.roomforpossibility.marriott.com.

Note on forward-looking statements: This press release contains «forward-looking statements» within the meaning of U.S. federal securities laws, including expected hotel openings, demand trends for and the resiliency of certain product types, recovery trends and expectations, and similar statements concerning anticipated future events and expectations that are not historical facts. We caution you that these statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to numerous evolving risks and uncertainties that we may not be able to accurately predict or assess, including those we identify below and other risk factors that we identify in our U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filings, including our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K. Risks that could affect forward-looking statements in this press release include the duration and scope of COVID-19, including the availability and distribution of effective vaccines or treatments; its short and longer-term impact on the demand for travel, transient and group business, and levels of consumer confidence; actions governments, businesses and individuals have taken or may take in response to the pandemic, including limiting or banning travel and/or in-person gatherings or imposing occupancy or other restrictions on lodging or other facilities; the impact of the pandemic and actions taken in response to the pandemic on global and regional economies, travel, and economic activity, including the duration and magnitude of COVID-19’s impact on unemployment rates and consumer discretionary spending; the ability of our owners and franchisees to successfully navigate the impacts of COVID-19; the pace of recovery when the pandemic subsides or effective treatments or vaccines become widely available; general economic uncertainty in key global markets and a worsening of global economic conditions or low levels of economic growth; the effects of steps we and our property owners and franchisees have taken and may continue to take to reduce operating costs and/or enhance certain health and cleanliness protocols at our hotels; the impacts of our employee furloughs and reduced work week schedules, our voluntary transition program and our other restructuring activities; competitive conditions in the lodging industry; relationships with customers and property owners; and the availability of capital to finance hotel growth and refurbishment. Any of these factors could cause actual results to differ materially from the expectations we express or imply in this press release. We make these forward-looking statements as of the date of this press release and undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

About Element by Westin®  
With more than 65 hotels across North America, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and Asia Pacific, Element Hotels is designed for today’s healthy, active traveler who wants to maintain the balance of daily routines while on the road. Offering many of the comforts of home, Element caters to those looking to stay both short and long-term. All hotels have an outdoor-inspired, sustainability-focused design philosophy and feature spacious and airy guest rooms with in-room kitchens, spa-inspired bathrooms, and signature Heavenly® Beds. The brand’s signature amenities include a complimentary healthful Rise breakfast and a Relax evening reception. Always prioritizing guest wellness, all hotels are equipped with 24/7 Motion Fitness centers, all-natural saline pools and a Bikes to Borrow program. Further increasing flexibility and convenience for small groups, Element now offers Studio Commons, a one-of-a-kind room concept with private communal space to cook, convene, or relax together. For more information, visit www.elementhotels.com and follow along on Facebook and Instagram. Element is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments, and unparalleled benefits including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit MarriottBonvoy.com.    

About Residence Inn by Marriott
Residence Inn by Marriott is the global leader in the longer stays lodging segment with more than 870 properties in over 15 countries and territories. Guests have the freedom to travel the way they live with Residence Inn’s spacious suites featuring distinct living, working, and sleeping spaces. Travelers can maximize their time and thrive while on the road with fully equipped kitchens in each suite, grocery delivery service, 24/7 grab-and-go markets and complimentary breakfast. The warm and inviting public spaces feature modern residential design allowing guests to feel right at home, paired with the added amenities of upscale hotel living. Residence Inn is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit MarriottBonvoy.com. For more information or reservations, visit residence-inn.marriott.com. 

About TownePlace Suites by Marriott
TownePlace Suites by Marriott is an award-winning, all-suites hotel brand ideal for travelers who want to make the most out of longer stays. With over 445 properties across the U.S. and Canada, the brand’s simple yet innovative design, features personal touches and clever details that also provide a sense of calm and comfort. Offering studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites with fully equipped kitchens, TownePlace Suites helps guests settle in and feel right at home. For more information or reservations, visit www.towneplacesuites.com. TownePlace Suites is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit MarriottBonvoy.marriott.com.

About Marriott International
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of more than 7,600 properties under 30 leading brands spanning 133 countries and territories. Marriott operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts all around the world. The company offers Marriott Bonvoy™, its highly-awarded travel program. For more information, please visit our website at www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news, visit www.marriottnewscenter.com. In addition, connect with us on Facebook and @MarriottIntl on Twitter and Instagram.

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Refraction AI Raises $4.2 Million to Accelerate Reliable, Affordable, Sustainable Last-Mile Robot Delivery for the Masses

AUSTIN, Texas and ANN ARBOR, Mich., Mar. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Refraction AI, the robotics startup and

AUSTIN, Texas and ANN ARBOR, Mich., Mar. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Refraction AI, the robotics startup and creator of the REV-1, a low-cost, lightweight autonomous delivery robot, today announced $4.2 million in new seed funding led by Pillar VC [Pillar VC __title__ https://www.pillar.vc/ . The capital will be used for customer acquisition, geographic expansion and product development.

Founded in July 2019, Refraction AI solves last-mile delivery logistics with a practical, economical and sustainable application of mobile robot technology. Recent market reports* estimate compound annual growth in the last-mile delivery sector over the next 10 years will exceed 14 percent, with the autonomous delivery segment projected to grow at over 24 percent from $11.9 billion in 2021 to more than $84 billion globally by 2031. For many, the COVID-19 pandemic has made home delivery of food, medicine and other necessities directly from retailers and restaurants a necessity. The Refraction REV-1 autonomous delivery robot is the ideal way for restaurants, grocers and other retailers to benefit from these trends reliably, affordably and sustainably.

«Last-mile delivery is the quintessential example of a sector that is ripe for innovation, owing to a powerful confluence of advancing technology, demographics, social values and consumer models. Conventional approaches have left businesses and consumers with few choices in this new environment as they struggle to keep pace with surging demand – burdened by the costs, regulatory, and logistical challenges of a legacy infrastructure,» said Luke Schneider, who took the helm as CEO of Refraction AI in fall 2020. «Our platform uses technology that exists today in an innovative way, to get people the things they need, when they need them, where they live. And we’re doing so in a way that reduces business’ costs, makes roads less congested, and eliminates carbon emissions.»

In addition to Pillar VC, the round was filled out by a syndicate of investors including eLab Ventures, Osage Venture Partners, Trucks Venture Capital, Alumni Ventures Group, Chad Laurans (founder of SimpliSafe), Invest Michigan, and others.

«With a tremendous potential to impact the future of last-mile goods delivery, Refraction AI is incredibly well-positioned because their solution is up and running today,» said Jamie Goldstein, founder and partner of Pillar VC. «We believe Refraction AI will create the de facto standard for this rapidly-expanding category; the combination of technology, momentum and leadership makes the company poised to break down barriers to AV for any business, which in turn increases access to goods for households that need them.»

Since its inception, Refraction AI has deployed the first application of its technology serving restaurants and grocery stores in its Ann Arbor, MI location. With new capital, the company plans to expand both the geographic and industry reach of its last-mile delivery as a service offering.

Refraction AI has recently expanded its office and production space for a growing team. For open job listings and information on partnering, please visit https://refraction.ai/.

*Sources: Allied Market Research Report on Global Autonomous Last-Mile Delivery (August 2020) and Infiniti Research Limited Report on Last Mile Delivery Market in North America (November 2019).

About Refraction AI
Refraction AI makes low-cost, lightweight autonomous robots for last-mile delivery. The smaller form factor of its REV-1 delivery robot allows it to operate in both the bike lane and roadway, providing many of the benefits of autonomous vehicles with more route flexibility and safety. Founded by roboticists and professors at the University of Michigan, Refraction AI’s first application was with restaurant and grocery partners, and the company expects to expand across the gamut of last-mile delivery.

For more information about Refraction’s products, technology or career opportunities, please visit https://refraction.ai/.

Media Contact

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Surety One, Inc. CEO Gifts Frequent Flier Miles to Social Good

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Chief Executive Officer of Surety One, Inc., Constantin Poindexter has this week transferred one quarter of one million frequent flier miles to the «AA Miles for Social Good» program. The benefit of the mileage package is spread among the program facilitator’s preferred charities which support humanitarian efforts, feeding the hungry and disaster response.

Said Poindexter, «I made this donation as part of…

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Chief Executive Officer of Surety One, Inc., Constantin Poindexter has this week transferred one quarter of one million frequent flier miles to the «AA Miles for Social Good» program. The benefit of the mileage package is spread among the program facilitator’s preferred charities which support humanitarian efforts, feeding the hungry and disaster response.

Said Poindexter, «I made this donation as part of my ongoing efforts to support organizations that contribute to the eradication of hunger, alleviate suffering due to poverty and promote the health of children. Financial contributions are the standard but I am always pondering novel ways to meet the specific needs of the more vulnerable members of my communities. These people need resources far more than I need a handful of flight upgrades.»

The American Airlines Social Good program reserves all rights to the disbursement of mileage gifts however there are three organizations that enjoy partner agreements with the social good project. Per AA, «The Red Cross prevents and relieves suffering through disaster relief, health services and blood donations. Feeding America is a nationwide network of 200 food banks and 60,000 food pantries and meal programs that provides food and services to those in need. UNICEF’s Change for Good program raises funds to benefit children around the world.»

Says Poindexter, «In my youth I was taught that ‘faith may be lost in sight, hope ends in fruition, but charity extends beyond the grave.’ I make a regular effort to incorporate this ideal in my daily life and remember that there are so many that don’t enjoy the many blessings that I do.»

Surety One, Inc. is an international insurance intermediary domiciled in Puerto Rico, licensed nationwide, in the U.S. Virgin Islands and the Dominican Republic.  For more information call (800) 373-2804 or email 304649@email4pr.com.

Website:  https://SuretyOne.com

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