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Vanderbilt Report: VisionWave's Strategic Acquisitions Position Company for Defense Market Expansion

By Media News
5 min read • Published February 4, 2026
By Media News
5 min read • Published February 4, 2026

SaverOne Deal Brings 30+ RF Engineers and Proven Technology While Milestone Structure Mitigates Integration Risk

BRISTOL, TN / ACCESS Newswire / February 4, 2026 / The Vanderbilt Report today published coverage on VisionWave Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:VWAV), highlighting the company’s strategic shift from platform formation to active commercialization through disciplined acquisitions and intellectual property consolidation.

Over the past two months, VisionWave has executed what appears to be a carefully orchestrated strategy: acquire specialized engineering talent, consolidate critical IP assets, and position dual-use technology for both defense and commercial markets.

The SaverOne Deal: Smart Structure, Immediate Capability

On January 26, 2026, VisionWave announced a definitive agreement to acquire approximately 51% of SaverOne 2014 Ltd. through a three-stage, milestone-driven exchange. The real story isn’t the ownership percentage – it’s how the deal is structured.

Rather than a traditional single-transaction acquisition, VisionWave designed the exchange with built-in accountability checkpoints. Each milestone must be achieved before the next phase triggers. Both companies’ Boards unanimously approved the transaction following independent fairness opinions from BDO Consulting Group.

"Research shows 70% to 90% of mergers fail to meet expectations, primarily due to ineffective integration," noted The Vanderbilt Report. "VisionWave’s phased approach creates natural validation points before committing additional resources."

What VisionWave actually acquired is immediate operational capacity: SaverOne’s entire RF-focused workforce – more than 30 specialized engineers dedicated to radio frequency technology development. This talent consolidation accelerates execution of VisionWave’s VisionRF technology platform without the typical 12-24 month lag of building internal teams.

The geographic positioning adds strategic value. Tel Aviv operates as one of the world’s most concentrated RF and deep-tech innovation ecosystems, giving VisionWave direct access to this talent pool and proximity to leading research universities focused on defense applications.

The market validated the strategic logic. On announcement day, VWAV gained 3.02%, adding approximately $5 million to market capitalization and bringing total valuation to $182 million.

IP Consolidation Signals Execution Phase

Two days after the SaverOne announcement, VisionWave completed an intellectual property transfer from Boca Jom Ltd. into the VisionWave-Boca Jom joint venture, signaling transition from formation into active execution with defined commercialization pathways.

In 2023, intangible assets like intellectual property made up 90% of enterprise value for the top 15 U.S. companies. VisionWave’s IP consolidation strategy positions the company to compete on proprietary technology rather than operational efficiency alone – critical in defense markets where technology moats determine contract wins.

Solving Real Sensor Limitations

VisionWave is building RF sensing technology that works where optical and LiDAR systems struggle. Traditional sensors face inherent limitations in scenarios involving occlusion, cluttered terrain, adverse weather, and complex infrastructure. VisionWave’s technology targets concealed, obscured, and non-line-of-sight threats – exactly where conventional sensors fail.

The dual-market strategy leverages both defense and commercial applications. VisionWave intends to integrate its RF technologies into SaverOne’s existing vulnerable road user detection platform, adding RF sensing and AI-driven analytics for concealed threat scenarios – obscured pedestrians, non-line-of-sight detection, adverse weather conditions, and complex urban infrastructure.

Management estimates an RF-enhanced, commercially deployable solution could be demonstrated during calendar year 2026, subject to continued development and validation.

Market Timing Aligns With Defense Growth

VisionWave’s moves align with favorable market dynamics. The cognitive electronic warfare market is projected to grow from $0.58 billion to $0.70 billion in 2026, focusing on AI-driven systems that adapt to electromagnetic environments in real time.

Institutional investors are positioning for edge AI dominance – processing data directly on platforms rather than distant servers. This delivers the split-second decision-making needed in operational zones, exactly where VisionWave’s near-field RF sensing operates.

SaverOne’s international presence also gives VisionWave entry points into defense procurement processes across multiple jurisdictions, while the exchange agreement positions SaverOne to expand into defense markets where it previously lacked access.

Strategic Coherence

VisionWave has built something different in the defense technology sector: milestone-accountable acquisition structure combined with IP consolidation and dual-use market positioning. Rather than competing head-on with established defense contractors, the company is targeting a specific capability gap in existing sensor systems.

The strategic coherence across the SaverOne acquisition, IP consolidation, and technology development suggests disciplined execution. Engineering talent enables IP development, IP creates competitive moats, dual-market positioning reduces customer concentration risk.

VisionWave’s current $182 million market capitalization reflects measured investor confidence in a development-stage defense technology company with near-term commercialization potential. The company is positioned to demonstrate technology viability in commercial markets before pursuing defense contracts – a proven de-risking pathway.

For the full Vanderbilt Report analysis, visit www.vanderbiltreport.com.

About The Vanderbilt Report

The Vanderbilt Report covers emerging companies reshaping established industries through business model innovation and strategic execution. Our coverage focuses on identifying inflection points where technology, market timing, and management capability converge to create differentiated value.

Media Contact:
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Kristen Owens
media@vanderbiltreport.com

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This coverage report is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. The Vanderbilt Report may have business relationships with covered companies. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult financial advisors before making investment decisions.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates, and projections about Global Clean Energy’s industry, management’s beliefs, and assumptions made by management. Words such as "anticipates," "expects," "intends," "plans," "believes," "seeks," "estimates," and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or forecasted in the forward-looking statements due to a variety of factors.

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FP Canadian Newspapers LP Announces Appointment of CAO

By Media News
2 min read • Published February 3, 2026
By Media News
2 min read • Published February 3, 2026

WINNIPEG, MB / ACCESS Newswire / February 3, 2026 / FP Canadian Newspapers Limited Partnership ("FPLP") today announced that Brent Leung CPA, CA has been appointed to the position of Chief Administrative Officer of the partnership. Mr. Leung previously held the position of Vice-president Finance with FPLP.

"Brent brings a variety of financial and operational expertise along with an invaluable knowledge of the industry which will aid FPLP in its strategic planning and operations moving forward," said Mike Power, Chief Executive Officer of FP Newspapers Inc.

About FPI

FP Newspapers Inc. (TSXV:FP) ("FPI") owns securities entitling it to 49% of the distributable cash flow of FP Canadian Newspapers Limited Partnership ("FPLP"). FPLP owns and operates the Winnipeg Free Press, along with several other Manitoba based news and media publications that are available in both print and digital formats. The informative and engaging content we produce has an extensive reach throughout the province of Manitoba. The breadth of our reach provides compelling platforms for those looking to effectively reach a Manitoba audience. Further information can be found at www.fpnewspapers.com and in disclosure documents filed by FP Newspapers Inc. with the securities regulatory authorities, available at www.sedar.com.

For further information please contact:
Mike Power, CEO
FP NEWSPAPERS INC.
Phone 204-697-7547

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange Inc. ("Exchange") nor its regulation services provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this press release.

SOURCE: FP Newspapers, Inc.

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Coldest Februarys in California since 1895

Coldest Februarys in California since 1895
By Stacker Feed
1 min read • Published February 3, 2026
By Stacker Feed
1 min read • Published February 3, 2026

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Coldest Februarys in California since 1895

Stacker compiled a ranking of the coldest Februarys in California since 1895 using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information. Rankings are based on the lowest average temperature in each month. For each of the coldest months listed below, we’ve included the average state temperature, state-wide highs and lows for the month, and the total precipitation.

#10. February 1955
– Average temperature: 41.7°F
– Monthly high temperature: 53.2°F
– Monthly low temperature: 30.3°F
– Total precipitation: 1.5″

#9. February 1969
– Average temperature: 41.5°F
– Monthly high temperature: 49.4°F
– Monthly low temperature: 33.6°F
– Total precipitation: 7.33″

#8. February 1922
– Average temperature: 41.2°F
– Monthly high temperature: 50.1°F
– Monthly low temperature: 32.4°F
– Total precipitation: 5.55″

#7. February 1956
– Average temperature: 40.7°F
– Monthly high temperature: 51.7°F
– Monthly low temperature: 29.7°F
– Total precipitation: 3.17″

#6. February 2019
– Average temperature: 40.6°F
– Monthly high temperature: 49.2°F
– Monthly low temperature: 32.1°F
– Total precipitation: 8.57″

#5. February 1939
– Average temperature: 40.4°F
– Monthly high temperature: 50.9°F
– Monthly low temperature: 29.8°F
– Total precipitation: 1.97″

#4. February 1911
– Average temperature: 40.2°F
– Monthly high temperature: 49.6°F
– Monthly low temperature: 30.7°F
– Total precipitation: 3″

#3. February 1933
– Average temperature: 39.8°F
– Monthly high temperature: 51.4°F
– Monthly low temperature: 28.2°F
– Total precipitation: 0.79″

#2. February 1949
– Average temperature: 39.6°F
– Monthly high temperature: 49.9°F
– Monthly low temperature: 29.3°F
– Total precipitation: 2.76″

#1. February 1903
– Average temperature: 38.4°F
– Monthly high temperature: 48.9°F
– Monthly low temperature: 27.8°F
– Total precipitation: 1.71″

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Coldest Februarys in New York since 1895

Coldest Februarys in New York since 1895
By Stacker Feed
1 min read • Published February 3, 2026
By Stacker Feed
1 min read • Published February 3, 2026

Marian Weyo // Shutterstock

Coldest Februarys in New York since 1895

Stacker compiled a ranking of the coldest Februarys in New York since 1895 using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information. Rankings are based on the lowest average temperature in each month. For each of the coldest months listed below, we’ve included the average state temperature, state-wide highs and lows for the month, and the total precipitation.

#10. February 1936
– Average temperature: 13.9°F
– Monthly high temperature: 24.4°F
– Monthly low temperature: 3.4°F
– Total precipitation: 2.11″

#9. February 1907
– Average temperature: 13.8°F
– Monthly high temperature: 24.2°F
– Monthly low temperature: 3.3°F
– Total precipitation: 1.41″

#8. February 1905
– Average temperature: 13.6°F
– Monthly high temperature: 23.8°F
– Monthly low temperature: 3.4°F
– Total precipitation: 1.4″

#7. February 1901
– Average temperature: 13.5°F
– Monthly high temperature: 21.9°F
– Monthly low temperature: 5.1°F
– Total precipitation: 1.26″

#6. February 1978
– Average temperature: 13.1°F
– Monthly high temperature: 23.8°F
– Monthly low temperature: 2.5°F
– Total precipitation: 1.09″

#5. February 1904
– Average temperature: 12.9°F
– Monthly high temperature: 23°F
– Monthly low temperature: 2.7°F
– Total precipitation: 2.33″

#4. February 1914
– Average temperature: 12.1°F
– Monthly high temperature: 22.6°F
– Monthly low temperature: 1.5°F
– Total precipitation: 2.16″

#3. February 1979
– Average temperature: 10.7°F
– Monthly high temperature: 20.4°F
– Monthly low temperature: 1.1°F
– Total precipitation: 2.15″

#2. February 2015
– Average temperature: 9.2°F
– Monthly high temperature: 20.2°F
– Monthly low temperature: -1.8°F
– Total precipitation: 2″

#1. February 1934
– Average temperature: 7.6°F
– Monthly high temperature: 20.5°F
– Monthly low temperature: -5.2°F
– Total precipitation: 1.52″

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Where Are You Going, Sammy Snail? Prompts Us to Slow Down and Find Joy

By Media News
3 min read • Originally published January 29, 2026 / Updated February 3, 2026
By Media News
3 min read • Originally published January 29, 2026 / Updated February 3, 2026

Beloved New Children’s Book Where Are You Going, Sammy Snail? by Author Jennifer Schwipps. A beautifully told springtime story celebrating friendship and mindfulness is now available for families and classrooms and is quickly becoming a favorite read-aloud.

NAPERVILLE, IL / ACCESS Newswire / January 29, 2026 / Author and illustrator Jennifer Schwipps has officially released her new picture book, Where Are You Going, Sammy Snail?, a visually rich and thoughtfully paced story that invites young readers and their families to slow down, notice the world around them, and savor the value of companionship.

Ideal for preschoolers and early readers, the book offers a calm, reassuring reading experience and makes a natural addition to both home and classroom libraries.

A Timely Story in a Fast-Paced World

Where Are You Going, Sammy Snail? follows Sammy, a thoughtful snail traveling through a bright spring meadow in search of his “special spot.” Along the way, he meets two new friends, Timothy Turtle and Cathy Caterpillar. Through gentle encounters and shared moments, the story captures the joy of discovery and connection.

A Lesson in Friendship
Sammy invites Timothy and Cathy to join him on his journey. When Timothy Turtle accidentally tips onto his back, Sammy and Cathy work together to help him turn over, highlighting themes of kindness, cooperation, and care.

The Power of Slowing Down
Sammy’s special spot turns out to be a cool, shaded place beneath an oak tree, where the air feels lighter, and the moss resembles a soft blanket. What makes the place truly special is not the location itself, but the fact that Sammy shares it with his friends on the first day of spring.

Mindfulness and Nature
The story gently encourages children to notice the small details of the natural world, from the scent of clover and the sound of a babbling brook to the colors of wildflowers across the meadow. It is a nature-centered narrative that invites calm attention and curiosity.

“I wanted to create a peaceful reading experience for children growing up in a noisy world,” says Jennifer Schwipps. “This book is about slowing down, paying attention, and connecting with nature and with each other.”

Unique Features That Engage Families

The book has quickly found a place among gentle read-alouds and bedtime favorites, offering a soothing narrative free from harsh language or overstimulation.

A Family Affair
The illustrations are a collaborative effort by Jennifer Schwipps, Amanda Schwipps-Allison, and Benjamin Schwipps, reflecting a shared, intergenerational creative process.

Interactive Fun
The final pages invite children to draw their favorite character or imagine a new animal Sammy might invite to his special place, encouraging creativity and storytelling beyond the page.

Classroom Ready
Educators note that the book pairs naturally with spring-themed lessons and supports classroom discussions around friendship, emotions, and seasonal change.

Where Are You Going, Sammy Snail? is now available for purchase online and through major book retailers.

Media Contact

  • Dan Wasserman
  • PR@evrimachicago.com

Disclaimer

  • This is a critical opinion-based cultural analysis authored by Waa Say and reflects his personal editorial perspective. The views expressed do not represent the institutional stance of Evrima Chicago.
  • This article draws from open-source information, legal filings, published interviews, and public commentary – including audio content from The Joe Rogan Experience podcast. All allegations referenced remain under investigation or unproven in a court of law.
  • No conclusion of criminal liability or civil guilt is implied. Any parallels made to public figures are interpretive in nature and intended to examine systemic patterns of influence, celebrity, and accountability in American culture.
  • Where relevant, satirical, rhetorical, and speculative language is used to explore public narratives and their societal impact. Readers are strongly encouraged to engage critically and examine primary sources where possible.
  • This piece is protected under the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and published under recognized standards of opinion journalism.
  • Evrima Chicago remains committed to clear distinction between fact-based reporting and individual editorial perspective.

SOURCE: Author J. Schwipps

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Remergify's TrustNFT.io Division Releases Groundbreaking White Paper on Blockchain-Based Brand Reputation Protection

By Media News
4 min read • Published February 3, 2026
By Media News
4 min read • Published February 3, 2026

MIAMI, FLORIDA / ACCESS Newswire / February 3, 2026 / Remergify, a leader in blockchain-based security solutions, today announced the release of a comprehensive white paper through its TrustNFT.io division addressing the growing crisis of brand impersonation scams and collapsing customer communication effectiveness.

The white paper, titled "Protecting Your Brand in the Age of Phone Scams: How Blockchain-Verified Employee Credentials Reduce Scam Exposure and Transform Customer Support," presents a revolutionary approach to solving two critical problems facing modern businesses: preventing criminals from impersonating company employees and dramatically improving answer rates for legitimate customer communications.

The Crisis by the Numbers

According to the white paper, Americans lost over $30 billion to phone impersonation scams in 2025, with major brands like banks, healthcare providers, and utilities being the most frequently impersonated. This epidemic has created a devastating side effect: customers now ignore legitimate calls from the companies they trust, resulting in answer rates plummeting to just 18% across industries.

"Every company faces the same challenge," said Stuart Fine, CEO of Remergify. "Scammers are impersonating your employees to defraud your customers, and even when you call customers yourself, they don’t answer because they can’t tell the difference between you and the criminals. This is costing businesses billions in lost revenue, damaged reputation, and operational inefficiency."

The Blockchain Solution

The white paper details Remergify’s innovative TrustNFT.io platform, which combines two breakthrough technologies:

  1. Blockchain-Verified Employee Credentials: Daily dynamic NFTs that prove employee identity through unfakeable blockchain verification, allowing customers to confirm they’re speaking with legitimate company representatives.

  2. Consent-Based Calling: A revolutionary approach that asks customers for permission before calling, improving answer rates from 18% to 59%-a 228% improvement.

Industry Impact

The research presents specific ROI analyses across multiple sectors:

  • Healthcare: Reducing no-show rates from 12% to 6.8%, saving $20.6 billion annually across the industry

  • Banking: Preventing an additional $420 million in fraud per major institution by improving fraud alert answer rates from 8% to 62%

  • Insurance: Reducing claims processing time from 7 days to 3 days through improved customer contact

"The ROI is undeniable," Fine continued. "Companies implementing our platform can see significant returns in the first year. This isn’t just about preventing fraud-it’s about fundamentally transforming how businesses communicate with customers in an era where trust has been destroyed by scammers."

Key White Paper Findings

  • Current industry answer rate for outbound customer calls: 18%

  • Answer rate with consent-based calling: 59%

  • Improvement: 228%

  • Customer satisfaction increase: Average +28 NPS points

  • First-call resolution improvement: From 45% to 75%

  • Typical ROI: 2,000-4,000% in first year

Technological Innovation

The TrustNFT.io platform leverages blockchain technology to create daily employee credentials that cannot be forged, stolen, or reused. Each employee receives a unique 6-digit verification code linked to their blockchain NFT, which customers can verify in seconds through the company’s mobile app.

"What makes this unfakeable is the combination of biometric verification, blockchain immutability, and real-time customer confirmation," explained Fine. "A scammer would need to actually work for your company, pass daily biometric checks, and have access to your systems. It’s cryptographically impossible to fake."

Availability and Next Steps

The complete white paper is now available for download at reputation.trustnft.io/whitepaper. The document provides detailed technical specifications, implementation roadmaps, ROI calculators, and case studies from pilot programs.

Remergify is offering complimentary consultations to enterprises interested in deploying the TrustNFT.io platform. Organizations can request a personalized demonstration and ROI analysis specific to their industry and call volume.

"Every day companies wait, they’re losing money to preventable fraud and missing opportunities to connect with customers," Fine concluded. "We’ve solved this problem. The technology is ready. The time to act is now."

About Remergify

Remergify is a Miami-based technology company specializing in blockchain-based security and verification solutions. Through its TrustNFT.io division, Remergify provides enterprise-grade employee credential verification systems that protect brands from impersonation while dramatically improving customer communication effectiveness. The company serves clients across healthcare, financial services, insurance, telecommunications, and government sectors.

About TrustNFT.io

TrustNFT.io is Remergify’s blockchain verification platform that combines unfakeable employee credentials with consent-based communication strategies. The platform has been piloted with organizations serving over 10 million customers, demonstrating consistent improvements in answer rates, fraud prevention, and customer satisfaction.

Media Contact:

Stuart Fine
Chief Executive Officer
Remergify
Email: stuart@remergify.com
Phone: 908-356-9852
Website: https://reputation.trustnft.io

Download White Paper:
https://reputation.trustnft.io/whitepaper

Request Demo:
https://reputation.trustnft.io/demo

SOURCE: Remergify, Inc.

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Dolphin Subsidiaries Shore Fire Media and 42West's Clients Present, Perform and Take Home Honors at the 2026 GRAMMY Awards

By Media News
4 min read • Published February 3, 2026
By Media News
4 min read • Published February 3, 2026

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / February 3, 2026 / Shore Fire Media and 42West, subsidiaries of Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN), congratulate their clients who presented, performed and earned awards or honors at the 2026 GRAMMY Awards in Los Angeles.

A number of those clients were well represented on the telecast, with Shore Fire’s Carole King presenting Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell with the award for Song of the Year, Bruce Springsteen notably paying tribute to longtime influence Brian Wilson by providing a voiceover for the evening’s "In Memoriam" segment and Bilal and Wyclef Jean performing alongside Ms. Lauryn Hill as part of a musical tribute to D’Angelo and Roberta Flack. 42West client Andrew Watt also performed twice – both as part of a star-studded tribute to Ozzy Osbourne and alongside Lady Gaga for a rock rendition of their GRAMMY-winning hit, "Abracadabra."

Among Shore Fire’s 2026 winners and honorees, Samara Joy was awarded for the fourth consecutive year – taking home Best Jazz Vocal Album, bringing the 26-year-old artist’s career tally to six. Also earning his sixth GRAMMY, PJ Morton won the award for Best Gospel Album with Darrel Walls. Shore Fire client Rhino Entertainment saw Joni Mitchell win Best Historical Album for "Joni Mitchell Archives – Volume 4: The Asylum Years (1976-1980)" – while Springsteen‘s nine LP box set "Tracks II: The Lost Albums" was awarded Best Recording Package for the work of art directors Meghan Foley and Michelle Holme. Additionally, Fela Kuti posthumously received the prestigious GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award. 42West’s Watt also took home a Best Dance Pop Recording GRAMMY for his work on Lady Gaga’s "Abracadabra" – and executive produced her Best Pop Vocal Album-winning album, "MAYHEM."

At the premiere ceremony, 2026 Shore Fire nominees Trombone Shorty and Grace Potter opened the show with a rendition of Earth, Wind & Fire’s "Shining Star" alongside Israel Houghton, Lila Iké and Maggie Rose – while Tasha Cobbs Leonard electrified the crowd with a performance of her song "Church," which was nominated for Best Gospel Performance/Song. Trombone Shorty later returned to the stage to present awards in the Americana, American roots, bluegrass, folk, contemporary Christian and gospel categories, including fellow New Orleanian PJ Morton’s.

Shore Fire also congratulates the Miles Davis Estate, who saw Ashley Kahn win Best Album Notes for "Miles ’55: The Prestige Recordings"; Sara Gazarek of the Eastman School of Music, for her work on Best Arrangement, Instruments and Vocal-winner "Big Fish"; and Kabir Sehgal, who produced the Dalai Lama’s "Meditations: The Reflections of His Holiness the Dalai Lama" – which won Best Audio Book, Narration, and Storytelling Recording.

The 68th Annual GRAMMY Awards were held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles and broadcast live on CBS. The GRAMMY Premiere Ceremony was live-streamed internationally at GRAMMY.com.

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ABOUT SHORE FIRE MEDIA
Shore Fire Media represents artists, talent, creators, authors, athletes, cultural institutions, businesses, brands and entrepreneurs at the forefront of their respective fields – including some of the most exciting emerging and established voices in the arts, entertainment and beyond. With dedicated teams in New York, Los Angeles and Nashville, Shore Fire leverages extensive expertise and relationships to strategically amplify narratives and shape reputations that facilitate career advancement in an ever-evolving media landscape. To learn more, visit ShoreFire.com and follow Shore Fire on Instagram: @shorefire.

ABOUT 42WEST
42West, a subsidiary of Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN), 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 (formerly known as BHI), 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 No. 1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100, and the PR News Elite 120.

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SOURCE: Dolphin Entertainment

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New to The Street Broadcasts Today on Bloomberg Across the U.S., MENA, and Latin America

By Media News
2 min read • Published January 31, 2026
By Media News
2 min read • Published January 31, 2026

This broadcast airs as sponsored programming and includes television commercials from NeOnc Technologies (NASDAQ:NTHI), Synergy CHC (NASDAQ:SNYR), DataVault AI (NASDAQ:DVLT), and The Sustainable Green Team (OTCQB:SGTM).
 

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK / ACCESS Newswire / January 31, 2026 / New to The Street airs today on Bloomberg Television across the United States, the Middle East & North Africa (MENA), and Latin America, featuring executive interviews with PetVivo (NASDAQ:PETV), Alphaton Capital, ENVUE Medical (NASDAQ:FEED), Lavu, and REKT Brands.

Today’s Broadcast Times:

Bloomberg U.S.: 6:30 PM ET
Bloomberg MENA: 12:30 PM
Bloomberg Latin America: 1:00 PM

The broadcast delivers long-form, on-camera conversations with founders and senior executives, highlighting innovation, business strategy, and market opportunity-providing global audiences of investors, institutions, and decision-makers with direct access to companies shaping their respective industries.

With synchronized distribution across Bloomberg’s U.S. and international networks, New to The Street continues to expand its global footprint-connecting public and private companies with audiences throughout North America, the Middle East, and Latin America through consistent, high-visibility broadcast exposure.
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About New to The Street

New to The Street is a global, multi-platform business media brand delivering long-form interviews, sponsored programming, and integrated digital distribution for public and private companies. Broadcasting weekly on Bloomberg Television across the U.S., MENA, and Latin America, the platform provides executives with direct access to
investor, institutional, and consumer audiences worldwide.

The brand’s digital flagship, New to The Street TV, is among the largest independent business channels on YouTube, featuring in-depth CEO interviews, market insights, and company deep dives.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@NewtoTheStreetTV

In addition, NewsOut delivers video press releases, earned media distribution, and digital amplification designed to support market awareness, discovery, and investor engagement.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@NewsOutChannel

Together, New to The Street TV and NewsOut reach a combined subscriber base of approximately 4.9 million, creating one of the most powerful digital-plus-broadcast ecosystems for company storytelling in the business and financial media landscape.

Beyond television and digital, New to The Street provides iconic outdoor billboard exposure across New York City’s financial core and other major U.S. markets. These placements deliver over 22 million impressions per month for interviewee companies-reinforcing brand visibility and message repetition alongside broadcast and digital
campaigns.

Filming regularly from the NYSE and Nasdaq MarketSite, New to The Street has been broadcasting for more than 16 years and continues to expand internationally-delivering predictable, repeat exposure through an integrated platform spanning television, digital, social, and outdoor media.

Media Contact:
Monica Brennan
Monica@NewtoTheStreet.com

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Is it cheaper to buy or rent in Los Angeles in 2026?

Is it cheaper to buy or rent in Los Angeles in 2026?
By Stacker Feed
2 min read • Published January 30, 2026
By Stacker Feed
2 min read • Published January 30, 2026

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Is it cheaper to buy or rent in Los Angeles in 2026?

If you’re deciding whether to buy or rent a home in Los Angeles in 2026, you’re not alone. What used to be a simple answer has become more difficult as the economy continues to drift from historical norms.

Previously, it was common knowledge that buying was the more affordable choice, with long-term benefits generally outweighing the initial costs. But that assumption has shifted. After the pandemic threw housing markets off kilter, prices ballooned and mortgage rates climbed, straining affordability nationwide. Now, the typical buyer needs to earn far more than the typical renter to afford a median-priced home in many cities, leading the homeowner population to stall.

So what does buying vs. renting look like in Los Angeles right now? To find out, Redfin Real Estate looked at the income required to afford a typical home over a typical apartment—called the “income premium.” For example, an income premium of 10% means a household needs to earn 10% more to buy than to rent, while a premium of -10% means renting is cheaper than buying.

Note: All data is a monthly average for the month of December 2025. Rental data comes from a partnership with Zillow; median income data comes from the U.S. Census.

Buying vs. renting: Los Angeles

  • Income premium to afford typical home over typical apartment: 115.2%
  • Income needed to buy: $248,307
  • Income needed to rent: $115,401
  • Median sale price: $970,307
  • Median rent price: $2,885
  • Median household income: $103,226

Buying vs. renting: National

  • Income premium to afford typical home over typical apartment: 46.3%
  • Income needed to buy: $111,252
  • Income needed to rent: $76,020
  • Median sale price: $426,747
  • Median rent price: $1,901
  • Median household income: $86,185

This story was
produced by
Redfin Real Estate
and reviewed and
distributed by Stacker.

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Is it cheaper to buy or rent in New York City in 2026?

Is it cheaper to buy or rent in New York City in 2026?
By Stacker Feed
2 min read • Published January 30, 2026
By Stacker Feed
2 min read • Published January 30, 2026

Artazum // Shutterstock

Is it cheaper to buy or rent in New York City in 2026?

If you’re deciding whether to buy or rent a home in New York City in 2026, you’re not alone. What used to be a simple answer has become more difficult as the economy continues to drift from historical norms.

Previously, it was common knowledge that buying was the more affordable choice, with long-term benefits generally outweighing the initial costs. But that assumption has shifted. After the pandemic threw housing markets off kilter, prices ballooned and mortgage rates climbed, straining affordability nationwide. Now, the typical buyer needs to earn far more than the typical renter to afford a median-priced home in many cities, leading the homeowner population to stall.

So what does buying vs. renting look like in New York City right now? To find out, Redfin Real Estate looked at the income required to afford a typical home over a typical apartment—called the “income premium.” For example, an income premium of 10% means a household needs to earn 10% more to buy than to rent, while a premium of -10% means renting is cheaper than buying.

Note: All data is a monthly average for the month of December 2025. Rental data comes from a partnership with Zillow; median income data comes from the U.S. Census.

Buying vs. renting: New York City

  • Income premium to afford typical home over typical apartment: 52.3%
  • Income needed to buy: $196,544
  • Income needed to rent: $129,014
  • Median sale price: $699,496
  • Median rent price: $3,225
  • Median household income: $110,260

Buying vs. renting: National

  • Income premium to afford typical home over typical apartment: 46.3%
  • Income needed to buy: $111,252
  • Income needed to rent: $76,020
  • Median sale price: $426,747
  • Median rent price: $1,901
  • Median household income: $86,185

This story was
produced by
Redfin Real Estate
and reviewed and
distributed by Stacker.

Topics:

NYC

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