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Dolphin Subsidiary 42West Celebrates Oscar Win as "Mr. Nobody Against Putin" Takes Best Documentary Feature at the 98th Academy Awards

By Media News
4 min read • Published March 17, 2026
By Media News
4 min read • Published March 17, 2026

Ceremony Hosted for the Second Consecutive Year by Longtime 42West Client Conan O’Brien

LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / March 17, 2026 / The entertainment PR and marketing powerhouse 42West, a subsidiary of Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN), celebrated a major triumph at the 98th Academy Awards on Sunday night as "Mr. Nobody Against Putin" took home the Oscar for Best Documentary Feature. This year’s ceremony was hosted for the second consecutive year by longtime 42West client Conan O’Brien.

"Mr. Nobody Against Putin" premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2025. The film follows a brave teacher navigating Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, as primary schools across the country are transformed into recruitment stages for the war. Faced with the ethical dilemma of working within a system defined by propaganda and violence, he secretly films what’s really happening inside his own school. The film is co-directed by David Borenstein and Pavel Talankin, and produced by Borenstein, Helle Faber, Radovan Síbrt, and Alžběta Karásková.

In its 21-year history, 42West has worked on the campaigns of countless Academy Award winning films, including eight Best Picture winners. "Mr. Nobody Against Putin" marks the company’s fourth win in the Documentary Feature category, following "Taxi to the Dark Side" (2007), "The Cove" (2010) and "Searching for Sugar Man" (2013).

At the 98th Academy Awards, the company had additional nominations in the categories of Best Picture (client Ashley Schlaifer, producer of "Train Dreams"), Best Documentary Feature ("The Alabama Solution," and client Andrew Jarecki), Best Animated Feature ("Little Amelie or the Character of Rain," from client GKIDS), Best Makeup and Hairstyling ("Kokuho," also from GKIDS), and Best Documentary Short ("Children No More: Were and Are Gone").

ABOUT 42WEST:
42West, a subsidiary of Dolphin Entertainment, is one of the entertainment industry’s leading full-service public-relations firms. With offices in New York and Los Angeles, 42West has four divisions: Talent, Strategic Communications, Entertainment Marketing, and Fandoms & Franchises, the award-winning firm’s gaming, consumer products and publishing practice. The agency has developed and executed marketing and publicity strategies for hundreds of movies and television shows as well as countless actors, filmmakers, recording artists, personalities and authors. In addition, 42West provides strategic counsel to a wide variety of high-profile individuals and corporate clients-ranging from movie and pop stars to major studios, charitable organizations, and media conglomerates-looking to raise, reposition, or rehabilitate their public profiles.

ABOUT DOLPHIN:
Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O’Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio-developing and investing in breakthrough content, products, and experiences-and a marketing consortium, featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.

At its core, the venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets, and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas – ranging from acclaimed film, television, and digital content to consumer goods, live events and partnerships that define entertainment and lifestyle. Surrounding this entrepreneurial engine, Dolphin’s marketing prowess brings together best-in-class firms including 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. Together, this collective delivers unmatched cross-marketing expertise and relationships across every vertical of pop culture – from film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality, and fashion to consumer brands and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has been the recipient of many accolades, including #1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100, and the PR News Elite 120.

Follow us on Instagram here.

This press release contains ‘forward-looking statements’ within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act. These forward-looking statements may address, among other things, Dolphin Entertainment Inc.’s offering of common stock as well as expected financial and operational results and the related assumptions underlying its expected results. These forward-looking statements are distinguished by the use of words such as "will," "would," "anticipate," "expect," "believe," "designed," "plan," or "intend," the negative of these terms, and similar references to future periods. These views involve risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict and, accordingly, Dolphin Entertainment’s actual results may differ materially from the results discussed in its forward-looking statements. Dolphin Entertainment’s forward-looking statements contained herein speak only as of the date of this press release. Factors or events Dolphin Entertainment cannot predict, including those described in the risk factors contained in its filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, may cause its actual results to differ from those expressed in forward-looking statements. Although Dolphin Entertainment believes the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that its expectations will be achieved, and Dolphin Entertainment undertakes no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.

# # #

CONTACT:
James Carbonara
HAYDEN IR
(646)-755-7412
james@haydenir.com

SOURCE: Dolphin Entertainment

View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire

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Dolphin Subsidiary 42West Celebrates Oscar Win as “Mr. Nobody Against Putin” Takes Best Documentary Feature at the 98th Academy Awards

By Media News
4 min read • Published March 17, 2026
By Media News
4 min read • Published March 17, 2026

Ceremony Hosted for the Second Consecutive Year by Longtime 42West Client Conan O’Brien

LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / March 17, 2026 / The entertainment PR and marketing powerhouse 42West, a subsidiary of Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN), celebrated a major triumph at the 98th Academy Awards on Sunday night as "Mr. Nobody Against Putin" took home the Oscar for Best Documentary Feature. This year’s ceremony was hosted for the second consecutive year by longtime 42West client Conan O’Brien.

"Mr. Nobody Against Putin" premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2025. The film follows a brave teacher navigating Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, as primary schools across the country are transformed into recruitment stages for the war. Faced with the ethical dilemma of working within a system defined by propaganda and violence, he secretly films what’s really happening inside his own school. The film is co-directed by David Borenstein and Pavel Talankin, and produced by Borenstein, Helle Faber, Radovan Síbrt, and Alžběta Karásková.

In its 21-year history, 42West has worked on the campaigns of countless Academy Award winning films, including eight Best Picture winners. "Mr. Nobody Against Putin" marks the company’s fourth win in the Documentary Feature category, following "Taxi to the Dark Side" (2007), "The Cove" (2010) and "Searching for Sugar Man" (2013).

At the 98th Academy Awards, the company had additional nominations in the categories of Best Picture (client Ashley Schlaifer, producer of "Train Dreams"), Best Documentary Feature ("The Alabama Solution," and client Andrew Jarecki), Best Animated Feature ("Little Amelie or the Character of Rain," from client GKIDS), Best Makeup and Hairstyling ("Kokuho," also from GKIDS), and Best Documentary Short ("Children No More: Were and Are Gone").

ABOUT 42WEST:
42West, a subsidiary of Dolphin Entertainment, is one of the entertainment industry’s leading full-service public-relations firms. With offices in New York and Los Angeles, 42West has four divisions: Talent, Strategic Communications, Entertainment Marketing, and Fandoms & Franchises, the award-winning firm’s gaming, consumer products and publishing practice. The agency has developed and executed marketing and publicity strategies for hundreds of movies and television shows as well as countless actors, filmmakers, recording artists, personalities and authors. In addition, 42West provides strategic counsel to a wide variety of high-profile individuals and corporate clients-ranging from movie and pop stars to major studios, charitable organizations, and media conglomerates-looking to raise, reposition, or rehabilitate their public profiles.

ABOUT DOLPHIN:
Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O’Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio-developing and investing in breakthrough content, products, and experiences-and a marketing consortium, featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.

At its core, the venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets, and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas – ranging from acclaimed film, television, and digital content to consumer goods, live events and partnerships that define entertainment and lifestyle. Surrounding this entrepreneurial engine, Dolphin’s marketing prowess brings together best-in-class firms including 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. Together, this collective delivers unmatched cross-marketing expertise and relationships across every vertical of pop culture – from film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality, and fashion to consumer brands and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has been the recipient of many accolades, including #1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100, and the PR News Elite 120.

Follow us on Instagram here.

This press release contains ‘forward-looking statements’ within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act. These forward-looking statements may address, among other things, Dolphin Entertainment Inc.’s offering of common stock as well as expected financial and operational results and the related assumptions underlying its expected results. These forward-looking statements are distinguished by the use of words such as "will," "would," "anticipate," "expect," "believe," "designed," "plan," or "intend," the negative of these terms, and similar references to future periods. These views involve risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict and, accordingly, Dolphin Entertainment’s actual results may differ materially from the results discussed in its forward-looking statements. Dolphin Entertainment’s forward-looking statements contained herein speak only as of the date of this press release. Factors or events Dolphin Entertainment cannot predict, including those described in the risk factors contained in its filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, may cause its actual results to differ from those expressed in forward-looking statements. Although Dolphin Entertainment believes the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that its expectations will be achieved, and Dolphin Entertainment undertakes no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.

# # #

CONTACT:
James Carbonara
HAYDEN IR
(646)-755-7412
james@haydenir.com

SOURCE: Dolphin Entertainment

View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire

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How gas prices have changed in New York City in the last week

How gas prices have changed in New York City in the last week
By Stacker Feed
1 min read • Published March 17, 2026
By Stacker Feed
1 min read • Published March 17, 2026

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How gas prices have changed in New York City in the last week

Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in New York, NY metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of March 16.

New York City by the numbers
– Gas current price: $3.64
— New York average: $3.62
– Week change: +$0.18 (+5.3%)
– Year change: +$0.54 (+17.4%)
– Historical expensive gas price: $5.21 (6/14/22)

– Diesel current price: $5.32
– Week change: +$0.42 (+8.6%)
– Year change: +$1.14 (+27.2%)
– Historical expensive diesel price: $6.77 (5/18/22)

Metros with the least expensive gas
#1. Springfield, MO: $3.03
#2. Le Flore-Sequoyah, OK: $3.04
#3. Fort Smith (AR only), AR: $3.05

Read on to see which metros have the most expensive gas prices.

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#5. San Luis Obispo-Atascadero-Paso Robles, CA

– Regular gas price: $5.65

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#4. Santa Rosa, CA

– Regular gas price: $5.68

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#3. San Francisco, CA

– Regular gas price: $5.69

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#2. San Rafael, CA

– Regular gas price: $5.70

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#1. Napa, CA

– Regular gas price: $5.71

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How gas prices have changed in Los Angeles in the last week

How gas prices have changed in Los Angeles in the last week
By Stacker Feed
1 min read • Published March 17, 2026
By Stacker Feed
1 min read • Published March 17, 2026

pan demin // Shutterstock

How gas prices have changed in Los Angeles in the last week

Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Los Angeles-Long Beach, CA metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of March 16.

Los Angeles by the numbers
– Gas current price: $5.62
— California average: $5.53
– Week change: +$0.37 (+7.0%)
– Year change: +$0.96 (+20.5%)
– Historical expensive gas price: $6.49 (10/5/22)

– Diesel current price: $6.43
– Week change: +$0.53 (+9.0%)
– Year change: +$1.40 (+27.7%)
– Historical expensive diesel price: $6.98 (6/18/22)

Metros with the least expensive gas
#1. Springfield, MO: $3.03
#2. Le Flore-Sequoyah, OK: $3.04
#3. Fort Smith (AR only), AR: $3.05

Read on to see which metros have the most expensive gas prices.

Daniel Avram // Shutterstock

#5. San Luis Obispo-Atascadero-Paso Robles, CA

– Regular gas price: $5.65

Rangsarit Chaiyakun // Shutterstock

#4. Santa Rosa, CA

– Regular gas price: $5.68

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#3. San Francisco, CA

– Regular gas price: $5.69

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#2. San Rafael, CA

– Regular gas price: $5.70

Elen Nika // Shutterstock

#1. Napa, CA

– Regular gas price: $5.71

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15 worst superhero movies that still made hundreds of millions

15 worst superhero movies that still made hundreds of millions
By Colby Droscher
10 min read • Published March 16, 2026
By Colby Droscher
10 min read • Published March 16, 2026

Austro-American actor Arnold schwarzenegger on the set of Batman & Robin, directed by Joel Schumacher.

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A movie doesn’t have to be good to draw a crowd. In the superhero genre, that rule applies more reliably than almost anywhere else in Hollywood.

Superhero films are among the most pre-sold products in the entertainment industry. A beloved character, a familiar franchise, or the promise of two icons finally sharing the screen can fill theaters regardless of what critics write. Studios have learned—sometimes painfully—that even a film with a Metascore in the 30s can gross several hundred million dollars if the IP is strong enough.

Stacker compiled data on superhero and comic book films using IMDb user ratings, Metacritic scores (Metascore), and worldwide box office gross from Box Office Mojo. Each film was ranked using a combined score—an average of the IMDb rating (normalized to a 100-point scale) and the Metascore—to reflect both audience and critic consensus. Only films that earned at least $200 million worldwide are eligible. Ties were broken by Metascore, then by IMDb vote count. The film with the lowest combined score appears last.

Read on to find out which superhero movies earned hundreds of millions at the box office—and what critics and audiences made of them.

#15. Spider-Man 3 (2007)

Spiderman in Spiderman 3

IMDb

– Director: Sam Raimi
– IMDb user rating: 6.3
– Metascore: 59
– Combined score: 62.5 / 100
– Worldwide lifetime gross: $890.9 million
– Domestic lifetime gross: $336.5 million
– Runtime: 139 min

After two beloved installments, director Sam Raimi returned for a third chapter that attempted to juggle three separate villains—Sandman, Venom, and the New Goblin—while also exploring an alien symbiote’s corrupting influence on Peter Parker. Critics found the film overstuffed and tonally uneven, with Roger Ebert noting that the movie “contains characters acting on the basis of information we don’t have.” What kept audiences coming was the same thing that always brings them to a Spider-Man sequel: loyalty to the characters. The $890 million worldwide gross made it the highest-earning film of 2007 at the time of its release, even as it remains the most divisive entry in the Raimi trilogy.

#14. Thor: The Dark World (2013)

Thor holding his hammer

IMDb

– Director: Alan Taylor
– IMDb user rating: 6.7
– Metascore: 54
– Combined score: 62.0 / 100
– Worldwide lifetime gross: $644.8 million
– Domestic lifetime gross: $206.4 million
– Runtime: 112 min

The second Thor solo film pits the God of Thunder against Malekith, leader of the Dark Elves, who seeks to use an ancient weapon called the Aether to plunge the universe into darkness. Critics largely agreed that while Chris Hemsworth and Tom Hiddleston’s chemistry remained a bright spot, the villain was underdeveloped and the plot mechanical. Director Alan Taylor later said that Marvel substantially altered the film from his original vision during post-production—a tension that showed in the finished product. The film grossed over $644 million worldwide, riding the goodwill of the MCU brand and the promise of more Loki.

#13. Thor: Love and Thunder (2022)

Natalie Portman and Chris Hemsworth in Thor Love and Thunder

IMDb

– Director: Taika Waititi
– IMDb user rating: 6.1
– Metascore: 57
– Combined score: 59.0 / 100
– Worldwide lifetime gross: $761.0 million
– Domestic lifetime gross: $343.3 million
– Runtime: 119 min

Taika Waititi’s follow-up to the acclaimed Thor: Ragnarok reunites Thor with Jane Foster, who has become the Mighty Thor, as the two face off against Gorr the God Butcher, played by Christian Bale. Critics who praised Ragnarok found this entry leaned too far into comedy at the expense of its more compelling dramatic elements, particularly underusing Bale’s genuinely threatening villain. Audiences responded more warmly than critics, though the film’s 6.1 IMDb rating makes it the lowest-rated MCU film on this list. It still grossed $761 million worldwide, a testament to the franchise’s reliable drawing power.

#12. The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (2014)

Spiderman clinging to a wall

IMDb

– Director: Marc Webb
– IMDb user rating: 6.6
– Metascore: 53
– Combined score: 59.5 / 100
– Worldwide lifetime gross: $709.0 million
– Domestic lifetime gross: $202.9 million
– Runtime: 142 min

Sony’s second entry in its Amazing Spider-Man series arrived burdened with the task of launching a broader cinematic universe, and the ambition showed. Three villains, multiple origin setups for planned spinoffs, and a romantic subplot all competed for space in a 142-minute runtime that critics widely found exhausting. The Hollywood Reporter described it as “a movie that too often feels like a commercial for its own sequels.” The one sequence that drew near-universal praise—the death of Gwen Stacy—was a reminder of what the series was capable of when it focused. Sony subsequently reached an agreement with Marvel Studios to share the Spider-Man character, and the Garfield era ended there.

#11. Venom (2018)

Venom in the movie Venom

IMDb

– Director: Ruben Fleischer
– IMDb user rating: 6.6
– Metascore: 35
– Combined score: 51.0 / 100
– Worldwide lifetime gross: $856.1 million
– Domestic lifetime gross: $213.5 million
– Runtime: 112 min

Sony’s standalone Venom film arrived with a 30% score on Rotten Tomatoes and an $856 million worldwide gross, one of the sharpest disconnects between critical and commercial reception in superhero movie history. Critics cited a weak script, a villain with little screen presence, and a tone that couldn’t commit to either horror or comedy. Audiences were more forgiving, drawn in by Tom Hardy’s committed performance as Eddie Brock and the darkly comedic dynamic between host and symbiote. The film was profitable enough to spawn two sequels, neither of which improved on the original’s reviews.

#10. X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009)

Hugh Jackman in Wolverine

IMDb

– Director: Gavin Hood
– IMDb user rating: 6.5
– Metascore: 40
– Combined score: 52.5 / 100
– Worldwide lifetime gross: $373.1 million
– Domestic lifetime gross: $179.9 million
– Runtime: 107 min

The first solo Wolverine film traces Logan’s origins from the 19th century through his transformation into the adamantium-clawed mutant audiences knew from the X-Men series. Hugh Jackman’s performance was generally praised, but critics found the script rushed and the treatment of supporting characters—particularly Deadpool, whose mouth is literally sewn shut in the film’s climax—baffling to fans of the source material. Ryan Reynolds, who played the character, spent years publicly lamenting the portrayal before reclaiming the role in his own Deadpool franchise. X-Men Origins: Wolverine grossed $373 million worldwide but is widely considered a low point for Fox’s mutant film series.

#9. Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016)

Batman and Superman face to face

Warner Bros. Pictures

– Director: Zack Snyder
– IMDb user rating: 6.4
– Metascore: 44
– Combined score: 54.0 / 100
– Worldwide lifetime gross: $874.4 million
– Domestic lifetime gross: $330.4 million
– Runtime: 151 min

The first-ever theatrical meeting of Batman and Superman arrived with some of the highest anticipation in superhero movie history and a Metascore of 44. Critics found the 151-minute runtime ungainly, the tone relentlessly grim, and the central conflict—resolved when both heroes realize their mothers share the name Martha—a storytelling shortcut that became one of the most mocked moments in the genre. The film earned a C+ CinemaScore, an unusually poor grade for a major tentpole. Despite all of that, $874 million at the worldwide box office made clear that the promise of seeing two icons face off was enough to fill theaters regardless of what critics wrote.

#8. Justice League (2017)

The Justice League

IMDb

– Director: Zack Snyder / Joss Whedon
– IMDb user rating: 6.0
– Metascore: 45
– Combined score: 52.5 / 100
– Worldwide lifetime gross: $657.9 million
– Domestic lifetime gross: $229.0 million
– Runtime: 120 min

Production on Justice League was upended when director Zack Snyder stepped away following a family tragedy, and Joss Whedon was brought in to oversee extensive reshoots. The result was a film that critics described as tonally inconsistent, with a generic villain and a rushed storyline that failed to give its newly assembled team room to breathe. A $25 million CGI effort to remove star Henry Cavill’s production mustache became a widely reported symbol of the film’s troubled making. The movie grossed $658 million worldwide but fell well short of its estimated $750 million break-even point. A fan campaign eventually led Warner Bros. to release Snyder’s original cut in 2021 to a considerably warmer reception.

#7. Suicide Squad (2016)

Harley Quinn

IMDb

– Director: David Ayer
– IMDb user rating: 5.9
– Metascore: 40
– Combined score: 49.5 / 100
– Worldwide lifetime gross: $747.1 million
– Domestic lifetime gross: $325.1 million
– Runtime: 123 min

Suicide Squad assembles a team of incarcerated supervillains for a covert government mission, a premise that generated enormous pre-release excitement. Critics, however, found the theatrical cut—reportedly recut by the studio to more closely match the energy of its marketing materials—choppy and incoherent, with underdeveloped characters and a climax that failed to justify the setup. Margot Robbie’s Harley Quinn was broadly singled out as the film’s most effective element. The film grossed $747 million worldwide and won an Academy Award for Best Makeup and Hairstyling. Director David Ayer has since said the released version differed significantly from his intended cut.

#6. Black Adam (2022)

The Rock in Black Adam

IMDb

– Director: Jaume Collet-Serra
– IMDb user rating: 6.1
– Metascore: 39
– Combined score: 50.0 / 100
– Worldwide lifetime gross: $393.0 million
– Domestic lifetime gross: $168.0 million
– Runtime: 125 min

Dwayne Johnson had championed the anti-hero Black Adam for over a decade, and the character’s solo film was positioned as a major turning point for the DC Extended Universe. Critics found the film formulaic, with a predictable story arc and action sequences that prioritized spectacle over consequence. The film grossed $393 million worldwide against an estimated $195 million budget—a return that fell short of what a star of Johnson’s profile typically delivers. When James Gunn and Peter Safran took over DC Studios shortly after the film’s release and announced a full franchise reset, Black Adam’s future in the new continuity was effectively closed.

#5. Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom (2023)

Jason Momoa in Aquaman

IMDb

– Director: James Wan
– IMDb user rating: 5.6
– Metascore: 40
– Combined score: 48.0 / 100
– Worldwide lifetime gross: $435.1 million
– Domestic lifetime gross: $129.4 million
– Runtime: 124 min

The original Aquaman surprised many in 2018 by grossing over $1.1 billion worldwide, making it the highest-earning film in DCEU history at the time. The sequel arrived under very different circumstances: DC Studios had already announced a new creative direction under James Gunn, effectively marking the film as the final chapter of an era audiences knew was ending. Critics found the story unengaging and the humor forced, and the film grossed $435 million—less than half of what its predecessor earned. Jason Momoa’s charisma carried the series as far as it could go.

#4. Ghost Rider (2007)

Nicolas Cage in Ghost Rider

IMDb

– Director: Mark Steven Johnson
– IMDb user rating: 5.3
– Metascore: 35
– Combined score: 43.0 / 100
– Worldwide lifetime gross: $228.7 million
– Domestic lifetime gross: $115.8 million
– Runtime: 114 min

Ghost Rider follows motorcycle stuntman Johnny Blaze, who sold his soul to the devil as a teenager and is now compelled to transform into a flaming skeleton at night to hunt down evildoers. Nicolas Cage starred in and produced the film, which critics found slow and strangely humorless given its pulpy premise. The villain, Blackheart, was seen as a weak antagonist, and the PG-13 rating was widely noted as a constraint on a character whose source material skewed much darker. The film grossed $228 million worldwide—more than double its production budget—which was enough for Sony to greenlight a sequel in 2012. Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance earned worse reviews and grossed $132 million.

#3. Green Lantern (2011)

Ryan Reynolds in Green Lantern

IMDb

– Director: Martin Campbell
– IMDb user rating: 5.5
– Metascore: 39
– Combined score: 47.0 / 100
– Worldwide lifetime gross: $219.9 million
– Domestic lifetime gross: $116.6 million
– Runtime: 114 min

Warner Bros. invested $200 million in Green Lantern as the intended foundation of a DC cinematic universe, casting Ryan Reynolds as test pilot Hal Jordan, who is inducted into an intergalactic police force after receiving a powerful alien ring. Critics found the film unfocused, with a CGI-heavy aesthetic that felt unfinished and a villain—a fear-consuming cloud entity called Parallax—that failed to generate tension. The film grossed $220 million worldwide, a number that left the studio well short of recouping its investment after marketing costs. Warner Bros. shelved plans for a sequel. Reynolds later referenced the film repeatedly in his Deadpool films as a source of self-deprecating humor.

#2. Batman Forever (1995)

Batman Forever

IMDb

– Director: Joel Schumacher
– IMDb user rating: 5.5
– Metascore: 51
– Combined score: 53.0 / 100
– Worldwide lifetime gross: $336.5 million
– Domestic lifetime gross: $184.1 million
– Runtime: 121 min

When Tim Burton stepped away from the Batman franchise after Batman Returns, Warner Bros. brought in Joel Schumacher with a mandate to lighten the tone and broaden the audience. The result replaced Burton’s gothic atmosphere with neon-lit sets, brightly colored villains, and a campiness that divided fans of the darker earlier films. Val Kilmer took over the Batsuit, joined by Jim Carrey as the Riddler and Tommy Lee Jones as Two-Face. Critics were mixed but not hostile—the film’s Metascore of 51 reflects a more divided response than outright rejection. Audiences turned out in large numbers, delivering $336 million worldwide and setting the stage for a sequel that would test the franchise’s limits far more severely.

#1. Batman & Robin (1997)

Batman and Robin

IMDb

– Director: Joel Schumacher
– IMDb user rating: 3.8
– Metascore: 28
– Combined score: 29.0 / 100
– Worldwide lifetime gross: $238.3 million
– Domestic lifetime gross: $107.3 million
– Runtime: 125 min

Widely regarded as one of the worst superhero films ever made, Batman & Robin replaced Val Kilmer with George Clooney and doubled down on the campy aesthetic of its predecessor to a degree that critics found unwatchable. Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Mr. Freeze delivered ice-themed puns at a rate that reviewers found numbing, Uma Thurman’s Poison Ivy was reduced to broad comedy, and the Bat-suits featured anatomical details that became the film’s most enduring cultural legacy. Clooney has since apologized for his performance in interviews on multiple occasions. The film opened to $42 million domestically but collapsed in its second weekend, dropping 63% as word of mouth spread. Warner Bros. shut down the Batman franchise entirely in response, and it did not return to theaters until Christopher Nolan’s Batman Begins in 2005. Batman & Robin grossed $238 million worldwide—enough to rank it among the biggest superhero box office disappointments of the decade.

 

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Designer Lauren Makk Shares Tips for a Spring Home Reset on TipsOnTV

By Media News
2 min read • Published March 16, 2026
By Media News
2 min read • Published March 16, 2026

TV Design Star Reveals Affordable Luxury Upgrades for a Stunning Spring Transformation

ATLANTA, GA / ACCESS Newswire / March 16, 2026 / Spring is officially glow-up season, and national TV design star Lauren Makk offers ideas to live large without spending big. Known for her design work on television, and as a co-host on FABLife, Lauren has built her reputation transforming everyday spaces into polished, personality-packed homes all with her signature "affordable luxury" twist. Lauren reveals the designer secrets that instantly elevate a space through bold accents, smart swaps, layered textures, and simple upgrades that create a high-end look without the sticker shock. Luxury is not about more money, it is about more intention.

KEEP IN MIND WHEN WORKING ON PROJECTS

Spring is a great time to refresh your home, but safety comes first especially if a ladder is involved. March is National Ladder Safety Month, led by the American Ladder Institute, and a timely reminder that no design upgrade is worth a preventable injury. Many accidents happen during everyday tasks, so take a few extra seconds to stay safe. It is so important to choose the right ladder for the job, inspect it before each use, make sure it is set on a stable surface, and then climb it safely. For more tips and ways to get involved, visit laddersafetymonth.com.

THE BIGGEST IMPACT

Spring is about fresh starts, and nothing resets the mind faster than a getaway. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts makes travel easy. With places like Wyndham Alltra, Wyndham Grand, and Registry Collection Hotels, there is truly something for every type of traveler. Plus, their award-winning Wyndham Rewards program adds serious value. Right now, during their Member Month celebration, earn up to four free nights, which makes this a great time to plan and save. Head over to WyndhamRewards.com/membermonth to check out all the details.

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Ready Set Fund Grow Opens Qualified Opportunity Fund to Accredited Investors, Targeting Multi-Vertical Infrastructure Play Across Six Opportunity Zones

By Media News
4 min read • Published March 16, 2026
By Media News
4 min read • Published March 16, 2026

Homestead, FL-based firm positions its QOF as a rare convergence of permanent tax elimination, community infrastructure, and scalable technology – with a December 31, 2026 entry window

HOMESTEAD, FL / ACCESS Newswire / March 16, 2026 / Ready Set Fund Grow, Inc. ("RSFG") today announced it is accepting investment commitments from accredited investors and qualified institutional buyers into its Qualified Opportunity Fund ("QOF"), a tax-advantaged investment vehicle targeting digital infrastructure and economic development across six designated Opportunity Zones in Florida, Indiana, Illinois, and Texas.

The fund represents what RSFG leadership calls a generational alignment of federal tax policy, community need, and technology demand – structured to deliver investors a legally permanent elimination of capital gains taxes on fund appreciation after a 10-year hold, in addition to deferral benefits on original gains through December 31, 2026.

"This is not a tax loophole. This is the tax code working exactly as Congress intended – rewarding patient capital that builds real infrastructure in communities that need it most," said Stuart Fine CEO of Ready Set Fund Grow. "We have assembled what we believe is a very compelling risk-adjusted opportunity in the alternative investment landscape today."

STRATEGIC OVERVIEW

RSFG’s QOF deploys capital into Qualified Opportunity Zone Businesses ("QOZBs") operating across six verticals within designated census tracts. The fund’s thesis centers on a simple premise: underserved communities need digital infrastructure, and the federal government has created an unprecedented incentive for private capital to build it.

The fund’s initial footprint includes a Homestead, Florida pilot with expansion zones identified in Opa-locka (FL), Gary (IN), Brownsville (TX), East St. Louis (IL), and Immokalee (FL). The model is designed to be asset-light, repeatable, and scalable beyond these initial locations.

RSFG has not disclosed detailed financial projections or operational specifics publicly. Prospective investors who meet accredited investor qualifications under SEC Rule 506(c) of Regulation D are invited to request the Private Placement Memorandum and full investment thesis directly from RSFG.

THE OPPORTUNITY ZONE ADVANTAGE

The Opportunity Zone program, originally created by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 and permanently extended by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed into law on July 4, 2025, provides three distinct tax benefits to investors:

DEFERRAL – Capital gains reinvested into a QOF are deferred until the earlier of sale or December 31, 2026.

REDUCTION – Investors who held QOF positions for five or more years receive a 10% step-up in basis on deferred gains.

ELIMINATION – After a 10-year hold, ALL appreciation on the QOF investment is tax-free. Permanently. This is not a deferral. It is a complete exclusion from federal capital gains tax.

Under the OBBBA’s enhanced rules, the program is now permanent with rolling five-year deferrals for investments made after December 31, 2026, new zone designations beginning January 2027, and increased benefits for rural Opportunity Zones – including a 30% basis step-up after five years.

"The December 2026 deadline creates urgency, but the 10-year hold is where real wealth is built," Stuart Fine added. "Investors who enter this fund before year-end are positioning capital inside a structure where under the current law the IRS will never collect a dollar of tax on the growth."

THE NONPROFIT DIMENSION

RSFG has established a 501(c)(3) nonprofit affiliate to pursue federal and philanthropic grant funding alongside the for-profit QOF. This dual structure allows the organization to access capital sources unavailable to traditional funds – including EDA Public Works grants, HUD Community Development Block Grants with Opportunity Zone preference, CDFI Fund allocations, and foundation program-related investments.

"Every grant dollar we secure reduces the investor’s capital at risk while preserving 100% of the upside," said Fine. " When non-dilutive capital offsets basis, the math changes in the investor’s favor – structurally, not incidentally."

INVESTOR ELIGIBILITY AND NEXT STEPS

The offering is available exclusively to accredited investors as defined under SEC Regulation D, Rule 506(c). RSFG will take reasonable steps to verify accredited investor status in compliance with current SEC guidance.

Interested investors are invited to:

• Visit www.readysetfundgrow.com to request information • Contact RSFG directly at info@readysetfundgrow.com • Attend upcoming investor briefings (dates to be announced)

ABOUT READY SET FUND GROW

Ready Set Fund Grow, Inc. is a Homestead, Florida-based investment and economic development firm operating at the intersection of Qualified Opportunity Zones, digital infrastructure, and community revitalization. The company’s flagship facility, The Fish Bowl, serves as a business incubator, coworking space, and technology hub within a federally designated Opportunity Zone. RSFG’s mission is to prove that tax-advantaged investment and meaningful community impact are not mutually exclusive – they are mutually reinforcing.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements involve risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially. The tax benefits described are based on current federal law, including the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 as amended by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025. Tax outcomes depend on individual investor circumstances. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities. Securities are offered only to accredited investors through a Private Placement Memorandum. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

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info@readysetgrowfund.com

SOURCE: Remergify, Inc.

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Walls & Ceilings Announces 2026 Women Who Build Honorees

By Media News
3 min read • Published March 16, 2026
By Media News
3 min read • Published March 16, 2026

Program Recognizes Exceptional Women Transforming the Wall and Ceiling Industry Through Leadership, Innovation and Dedication

BIRMINGHAM, MI / ACCESS Newswire / March 16, 2026 / Walls & Ceilings announces the 2026 Women Who Build honorees, recognizing outstanding women who are transforming the wall and ceiling industry through leadership, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

Women Who Build celebrates the leaders shaping the future-from business owners and executives to project managers, estimators and skilled tradeswomen-who are strengthening companies, mentoring the next generation and advancing the industry forward. These professionals represent the full spectrum of talent shaping today’s built environment and redefining what leadership looks like in construction.

The program honors women across all career stages and roles who demonstrate:

Leadership Excellence – Driving business growth, operational innovation and team development that elevates company performance and culture.

Technical Mastery – Advancing installation techniques, improving safety standards and expanding product knowledge to set new benchmarks for quality and craftsmanship.

Industry Impact – Contributing to workforce development, advocacy efforts and community engagement initiatives that strengthen the industry.

Mentorship and Vision – Championing diversity and inclusion while creating meaningful pathways for future industry leaders.

Whether they are running multi-million-dollar contracting firms, managing complex commercial projects, developing breakthrough building solutions or training the next generation of craftspeople, the 2026 honorees exemplify the expertise, resilience and determination that continue to move the walls and ceilings sector forward.

2026 Women Who Build Honorees

  • Jessica Azarelo, Founder and CEO, Attic Queen, Oldsmar, Fla.

  • Yamila Bertoniere, President, Jason Bertoniere Inc., Metairie, La.

  • Jacquelynn Cadena, Owner, Cadena Inc., North Little Rock, Ark.

  • Sheila Cross, Innovator and Founder, Muddskip, Colleyville, Texas

  • Lydia Crowder, Social Media Influencer and Educator, Drywall Shorty, Boseman, Mont.

  • Kim DeBacco, Senior Acoustical Estimator/Project Manager, TP Acoustics Inc., Phoenix

  • Daana Denzel, Owner, Denzel Northwest LLC, Seattle

  • Karina Eshilian, Senior Business Development Specialist, Performance Contracting Inc., Lenexa, Kan.

  • Tiina Freeman, CAE, Director of Strategic Communications & Operations, Northwest Wall and Ceiling Bureau, Mercer Island, Wash.

  • Ashley Ham, Senior Project Manager, J & J Acoustics Inc., Santa Fe Springs, Calif.

  • Kelly Kertz, Drywall Finisher, IUPAT, Festus, Mo.

  • Eve Biggers-Lewis, Director of Risk Management, Curtis Partition Corp., Chicago

  • Sarah Nichols, Director of Operations and Estimating, Robert A. Aird Inc., Frederick, Md.

  • Carol Schary, President & Owner, Nathan Kimmel Company LLC, Philadelphia

  • Carmen Valencia, Director of Marketing and Communications, Wall And Ceiling Alliance, Washington

  • Tabitha Weaver, Marketing & Merchandising, AMES Tool, Orlando, Fla.

  • Sierra De Sousa, Vice President of Finance, Maxan Interior Systems, Surrey, BC, Canada

The 2026 Women Who Build honorees are featured in the March 2026 issue of Walls & Ceilings and across the brand’s digital platforms, where readers can explore their career journeys, achievements and insights for the next generation of industry professionals.

"Women Who Build shines a spotlight on the professionals whose work is literally shaping our built environment," said Walls & Ceilings Executive Director Jill Bloom. "These honorees are not only leaders within their organizations, but powerful advocates for progress across the entire industry. Their impact is measurable in stronger businesses, safer jobsites and a more resilient future for the industry."

Meet the 2026 Women Who Build Honorees

About Walls & Ceilings

Since 1938, Walls & Ceilings has been "The Voice of the Industry™," serving contractors, architects, distributors and manufacturers in the wall and ceiling market. Through its digital print and event platforms, the brand delivers timely news, technical expertise and business insights that support innovation and growth across the industry. For more information, visit www.wconline.com.

For More Information, Contact:

Tanja Kern
Strategic Content Editor, Walls & Ceilings
417.818.4429
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Bell Rose Capital Inc. (OTCID:BELR) Completes Reverse Merger With 4BIDDENKNOWLEDGE Inc.

By Media News
9 min read • Published March 16, 2026
By Media News
9 min read • Published March 16, 2026

Billy Carson Brings 4biddenknowledge Inc with Conscious Media and AI Innovation Into the Public Markets Under OTCID: BELR

LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / March 16, 2026 / Bell Rose Capital Inc. (OTCID:BELR) ("Bell Rose" or the "Company"), a diversified public holding company focused on high-growth technology and digital infrastructure ventures, today announced the successful completion of its strategic acquisition of 4biddenknowledge Inc. ("4BK") via a reverse merger. The acquisition includes an independent valuation of over $100 million USD, underscoring the scale, maturity, and market potential of the 4BK ecosystem.

With this transaction, 4BK becomes a wholly owned subsidiary of Bell Rose, establishing an immediate operational footprint across media, AI-powered applications, education technology, digital publishing, and global consumer platforms.

Bell Rose Capital Inc. operates as a diversified holding company pursuing long-term value creation through the acquisition, development, and scaling of operating businesses in high-growth verticals. The Company evaluates opportunities across technology-enabled services, logistics platforms, digital assets, artificial intelligence solutions, and scalable consumer ecosystems. The addition of 4BK marks Bell Rose’s entry into one of the fastest-growing segments of the digital economy.

4BIDDENKNOWLEDGE INC.

4biddenknowledge Inc. ("4BK"), founded by bestselling author and entrepreneur Billy Carson, has officially transitioned into the public markets through its acquisition by Bell Rose Capital Inc. (OTCID: BELR). Supported by an independent valuation exceeding $100 million USD, 4BK now stands as one of the first creator-led, consciousness-driven media and AI ecosystems to operate under a publicly traded structure.

Since its founding in 2017, 4BK has grown into a global digital enterprise spanning:

  • Thousands of paying streaming subscribers

  • Millions of followers across YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and podcast platforms

  • Multiple AI-powered consumer applications

  • A bestselling publishing division

  • E-commerce and wellness brands

  • Global live events and international tours

4BK has demonstrated consistent year-over-year revenue growth, supported by diversified operations across media, education, and digital technology.

The Billy Carson Podcast Network generates over 100 million monthly impressions, establishing one of the largest independent conscious media ecosystems worldwide.

Mr. Carson explains, "For years, we built 4BK organically, without institutional backing. Now, with access to public markets, we have the financial leverage, strategic partnerships, and operational discipline to move at an entirely different scale. We intend to aggressively expand recurring revenue, accelerate AI commercialization, secure strategic IP acquisitions, and explore joint ventures that strengthen our global footprint. This next chapter is about building a multi-vertical media and technology powerhouse, responsibly, transparently, and with shareholders aligned in our long-term growth trajectory."

About Billy Carson

Billy Carson is a six-time bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and Founder & CEO of 4biddenknowledge Inc. His work explores the intersection of ancient civilizations, neuroscience, quantum theory, economic systems, and emerging technologies – translating complex research into accessible tools for personal and collective advancement.

Carson has built a diversified portfolio of businesses across media, publishing, digital platforms, and AI-driven technology. His leadership emphasizes systems thinking, disciplined execution, and strategic scaling.

He is the founder of:

  • 4biddenknowledge Inc.

  • 4biddenknowledge TV, a global conscious streaming network

  • 4BK Academy, serving over 1,700 active students

  • A suite of AI-powered applications spanning career tools, dream analysis, food assistance, and numerological analytics

Carson is also the inventor of the 4BK BIOKEY, an AI-driven biomarker technology initiative currently in development.

His work has been featured in Entrepreneur Magazine, Business Insider, Yahoo Finance, USA Today, Bizjournals, and TED-related platforms, and he has appeared on major global podcasts including The Joe Rogan Experience and PBD Podcast.

Mr. Carson earned a Certificate of Science with an emphasis in Neuroscience from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and holds a Certificate in Ancient Civilizations from Harvard University.

A Creator-Led Company Enters the Public Arena

Unlike traditional media corporations, 4BK was built through direct audience engagement, community-driven growth, and diversified digital monetization long before entering the public markets.

Billy Carson further explains:

"This is more than a company entering the public markets – it’s the evolution of independent media into transparent, scalable infrastructure. We built this ecosystem organically. Now, under Bell Rose, we’re entering the next phase with accountability, long-term strategic expansion, and public-market discipline. It is with shareholder value always at the forefront of 4BK’s activities, I contend this infrastructure will bring enormous advantages."

Pursuant to the Definitive Agreement and Plan of Acquisition dated February 11, 2026, each outstanding share of 4BK common stock will be exchanged for shares of Bell Rose common stock in accordance with an exchange ratio set forth in the acquisition agreement.

As provided in the agreement, the exchange ratio was structured to represent a 100% increase relative to the most recent Regulation D offering price of 4BK as defined therein. The exchange ratio and underlying valuation methodology were approved by the board of directors of Bell Rose and agreed upon by the parties through arm’s-length negotiation.

The referenced premium reflects a contractual valuation metric and does not constitute a representation or guarantee of the current or future trading price of Bell Rose Capital Inc. common stock. The market price of publicly traded securities is subject to fluctuation, and actual trading prices may differ materially from the valuation metrics used in the transaction.

Strategic Direction Under Bell Rose

Through this acquisition, Bell Rose expands into:

  • Conscious media and global streaming platforms

  • AI-powered consumer technology applications

  • Educational technology and digital academies

  • Publishing and intellectual property platforms

  • Global experiential events and community ecosystems

By integrating 4BK’s media and AI infrastructure with Bell Rose’s corporate platform, the Company aims to:

  • Strengthen operational transparency

  • Expand strategic partnerships

  • Increase institutional credibility

  • Accelerate AI and content infrastructure development

  • Scale global distribution

Leadership & Governance

As part of the acquisition, Carlos Salgado has resigned.

Billy Carson has been appointed President, and Dr. Xavier Mitchell has been appointed Vice President.

The board of directors will consist of:

  • Billy Carson

  • Dr. Xavier Mitchell

  • Seatrice Foster

  • Cynthia DeMonte

Dr. Xavier Mitchell – Dr. Xavier Mitchell is a visionary dealmaker, public company architect, and capital markets strategist known for executing bold, high-impact transactions across media, technology, entertainment, finance, and infrastructure. As a seasoned public company executive, Mitchell has built, acquired, structured, and repositioned multiple entities, guiding them through complex mergers, strategic capital raises, asset acquisitions, and growth restructurings.

Mitchell is the founder and driving force behind several vertically integrated platforms spanning film, digital media, gaming, fintech, and strategic investments. He has negotiated high-level partnerships with major production entities, institutional investors, international operators, and emerging growth platforms – consistently positioning his companies for scalability, monetization, and market visibility.

With a reputation for identifying undervalued assets and transforming them into structured growth vehicles, Mitchell specializes in:

  • Reverse mergers and public company optimization

  • Regulation A and D capital formation strategies

  • Strategic IP acquisition and monetization

  • Cross-border transactions and joint ventures

  • High-visibility brand and media rollouts

His leadership philosophy blends aggressive expansion with disciplined structuring – aligning capital, governance, and vision to create sustainable enterprise value.

Seatrice Foster – a seasoned capital strategist and board-level transaction advisor with more than 20 years of experience structuring and facilitating complex real estate and corporate finance transactions. She is recognized for her ability to align operating companies with strategic capital partners, institutional investors, and growth platforms. Foster specializes in architecting sophisticated capital structures and guiding leadership teams through transformative, high-impact transactions.

Cynthia DeMonte – an expert strategic planner who brings over twenty years of in-the-trenches management counsel, communications, investor relations, media relations, business development and preservation of her clients’ goals. For companies such as The Norman Rockwell Agency, the Guggenheim Museum, Environ/Ramboll, Teva Pharmaceuticals, End Sepsis, ON Technology, Reebok, and Bausch & Lomb, DeMonte provides the essential means: highly effective corporate communications, media, laser point crisis control, business development and unmatched public and investor relations to meet her clients’ most critical objectives.

Prior to the foundation of her own entity, she held the positions of Group Leader and Vice President of IR Communications at Ruder Finn and Senior Vice President of Investor Access Corporation. For her clients at these firms, DeMonte created international communications programs, advised management regarding institutional investors, implemented targeted marketing plans and authored grant applications.

The completion of this transaction marks a defining milestone for Bell Rose Capital Inc. (OTCID: BELR). By integrating 4biddenknowledge’s established media ecosystem, AI-powered technologies, and global community infrastructure into a publicly traded platform, Bell Rose positions itself at the intersection of creator-led commerce, artificial intelligence, education technology, and scalable digital monetization.

Dr. Xavier Mitchell, Vice President, stated:

"We would like to thank Carlos Salgado for his years of service and hard work. In addition, we’d like to thank Paul Khan, M&A consultant, for his dedication in ensuring this massive and complex transaction was completed."

This acquisition represents more than corporate expansion – it signals the institutionalization of an already thriving ecosystem. With disciplined governance, strengthened capital markets access, and an experienced executive leadership team in place, the Company is structured to pursue strategic partnerships, accelerate product development, and expand global distribution channels.

Dr. Mitchell’s relationships span institutional investors, strategic partners, and Fortune 500 executives, providing access to networks that can further expand the Company’s reach and credibility.

Dr. Mitchell continued:

"Billy and I both understand the significance of teamwork, discipline, and long-term vision. What excites me most is Billy’s willingness to push boundaries and pursue opportunities others would never attempt. I thrive in that environment. Together, we are committed to building a company that competes at the highest levels of the global marketplace."

Bell Rose Capital enters this next phase with a clear mandate: build sustainable enterprise value, enhance transparency, and execute a long-term growth strategy designed to compete at the highest levels of the global digital economy.

As public market infrastructure converges with independent media innovation, Bell Rose Capital intends to serve as the scalable platform through which vision, technology, and disciplined execution translate into measurable shareholder value.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of federal securities laws. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding future growth, strategic initiatives, expansion plans, monetization strategies, product development, and market opportunities. Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. Bell Rose Capital Inc. (OTCID:BELR) and 4biddenknowledge Inc. undertake no obligation to update these statements except as required by applicable law.

About Bell Rose Capital Inc. (OTCID:BELR)

Bell Rose Capital Inc. (OTCID:BELR) is a diversified public holding company focused on acquiring, developing, and scaling high-growth businesses across technology, digital infrastructure, media, artificial intelligence, and consumer ecosystems. The Company pursues long-term enterprise value creation through strategic acquisitions, disciplined capital formation, and operational optimization within scalable verticals.

Operating under a public market framework, Bell Rose provides governance infrastructure, capital markets access, and strategic leadership to its subsidiaries. The Company evaluates opportunities in technology-enabled services, logistics platforms, AI-driven applications, digital publishing, streaming media, and emerging consumer ecosystems with recurring revenue potential.

Bell Rose’s model emphasizes:

  • Strategic acquisitions of operating businesses with proven traction

  • Capital structure optimization and institutional positioning

  • Revenue diversification across scalable digital platforms

  • Long-term shareholder value creation through disciplined execution

By combining public-market transparency with entrepreneurial growth strategy, Bell Rose Capital is positioning itself as a scalable platform for innovative enterprises seeking expansion, monetization, and institutional credibility.

About 4biddenknowledge Inc. (4BK)

4biddenknowledge Inc. ("4BK") is a diversified digital media, education, and artificial intelligence company founded by bestselling author and entrepreneur Billy Carson. Established in 2017, 4BK has evolved into a global, creator-led ecosystem spanning streaming media, publishing, online education, live events, AI-powered consumer applications, and e-commerce platforms.

The Company operates 4biddenknowledge TV, a subscription-based conscious streaming network; 4BK Academy, serving a growing international student base; a publishing division featuring multiple bestselling titles; and a portfolio of proprietary AI-driven tools designed to support career development, personal insight, and applied analytics. 4BK’s content and digital infrastructure reach millions of followers across YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, podcast platforms, and global event audiences.

Built through direct-to-consumer engagement and diversified digital monetization, 4BK has demonstrated consistent revenue growth across media, technology, and education verticals. The Company’s integration into Bell Rose Capital Inc. (OTCID:BELR) marks the expansion of its operations into a publicly traded structure, positioning 4BK for institutional scaling, strategic partnerships, and continued global growth.

Media & Investor Contact:
Bell Rose Capital Inc.
Investor Relations
IR@bellrosecapitalinc.com

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New to The Street Broadcasts Episode Featuring FreeCast (NASDAQ:CAST), KLED.AI, PetVivo (OTCQB:PETV), EmpowerLit, and BlackBarn NYC on Bloomberg Television – March 21 at 6:30 PM EST

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3 min read • Published March 16, 2026
By Media News
3 min read • Published March 16, 2026

The nationally syndicated program is sponsored by featured television commercials from CISO Global (NASDAQ:CISO), Roadzen (NASDAQ:RDZN), Stardust Power (NASDAQ:SDST), DataVault AI (NASDAQ:DVLT), and YY Group (NASDAQ:YYGH).

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / March 16, 2026 / New to The Street, the long-running national business television series, announces its upcoming Bloomberg Television broadcast scheduled for Friday, March 21, 2026, at 6:30 PM EST across the United States, Latin America, and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). The program will feature interviews and company profiles highlighting innovative companies and emerging growth stories across multiple sectors.

The March 21 broadcast will showcase the following featured companies and segments:

  • FreeCast Inc. (NASDAQ:CAST) – A leading digital streaming platform providing consumers access to aggregated streaming television services and content through a unified interface.

  • KLED.AI – An artificial intelligence platform focused on next-generation AI infrastructure and advanced data intelligence tools designed to enhance enterprise analytics and digital transformation.

  • PetVivo Holdings, Inc. (OTCQB:PETV) – A biomedical device company focused on medical therapeutics for animals, including its proprietary SPRYNG™ osteoarthritis treatment used by veterinarians nationwide.

  • EmpowerLit – A platform dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations through literacy, education, and digital learning initiatives.

  • BlackBarn NYC Restaurant – A celebrated New York dining destination known for its farm-to-table culinary experience and vibrant hospitality concept.

  • Sponsored television commercials featured during the broadcast include:

  • CISO Global (NASDAQ:CISO) – A global leader in cybersecurity and enterprise security solutions.

  • Roadzen (NASDAQ:RDZN) – An AI-powered insurance and mobility technology company transforming the auto insurance ecosystem.

  • Stardust Power (NASDAQ:SDST) – A lithium refinery developer focused on strengthening domestic battery supply chains in the United States.

  • DataVault AI (NASDAQ:DVLT) – A data monetization and artificial intelligence platform specializing in structured data management and tokenized digital assets.

  • YY Group Holding Limited (NASDAQ:YYGH) – A technology platform connecting businesses with flexible workforce solutions and digital services.

The program airs weekly as sponsored programming on Bloomberg Television and the FOX Business Network, while interviews are distributed across the powerful digital ecosystem of New to The Street, including its rapidly growing YouTube platform and social media channels.

Companies interested in appearing on New to The Street can inquire about upcoming broadcast opportunities. John@NewtoTheStreet.com

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