Topic: brand partnerships
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On Me Secures $6M to Revolutionize Gift Cards
On Me, a startup founded by former Google employees, has secured $6 million in seed funding to expand its digital gifting platform, which focuses on experiences and personal passions rather than specific storefronts. The platform addresses environmental waste by replacing traditional plastic gift...
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Ledger's New Nano: More Than Just a Crypto Wallet
The Ledger Nano Gen5 is a larger, $179 device rebranded as a versatile "signer," featuring a nearly three-inch E Ink touchscreen for improved usability and security in reviewing transactions. It aims to attract a broader audience beyond cryptocurrency users by positioning itself as a secure tool ...
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Instacart Integrates Retail Media Targeting with TikTok Ads
Instacart has become the first retail media network to integrate directly with TikTok Ads Manager, enabling CPG brands to use Instacart's first-party data for targeting and shoppable ads within TikTok. This partnership allows brands to connect social media interactions directly to grocery purchas...
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Kwikset's New Smart Locks: A Smarter, More Open Front Door Future
Kwikset is expanding its smart lock lineup with new products like the NFC-enabled Halo Select Plus and the budget-friendly Matter-over-Thread Aura Reach, focusing on interoperability and user convenience. The company is embracing open standards such as Matter and the upcoming Aliro specification ...
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Meta Quest's Horizon Worlds Is Shutting Down
Meta is shutting down its Horizon Worlds VR platform on Quest headsets, with the app being removed in March and the service going offline in June, leaving only a mobile version. The platform, central to Meta's metaverse vision, failed to gain mainstream traction despite heavy investment, facing c...
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YouTube Unveils AI Tools & Shopping Features for 2026
YouTube's strategy focuses on empowering creators with new AI tools for content creation, like generating Shorts with digital likenesses and music, while emphasizing AI as a creative aid, not a replacement for human talent. The platform is enhancing commerce by introducing in-app checkout to keep...
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Sonic The Hedgehog's 35th Anniversary Celebration Begins
Sonic the Hedgehog will turn 35 in 2026, with Sega launching anniversary celebrations including a nostalgic trailer and a dedicated website. The anniversary honors Sonic's diverse legacy across games, media, and merchandise, while Sega signals future innovation and new projects. The multi-year ce...
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2025's Biggest Black Friday Office Chair & Standing Desk Sale
Branch Furniture is currently offering a Black Friday sale through December 3, with 15% off all items and 20% off bundled products, making their ergonomic office furniture more affordable. The Branch Ergonomic Chair Pro is highly recommended for its comfort, adjustability, and style under $500, w...
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Best Deals: Apple Watch Ultra 3, MTG Avatar Box, Yakuza 0
Significant discounts are available in April 2026 on popular tech and entertainment items, including a premium smartwatch, a trading card set, and a classic video game. Notable deals feature the Apple Watch Ultra 3 for athletes, a Magic: The Gathering Avatar Collector Booster Box for card collect...
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Brands Can Now Use Famous AI Voices in Ads
ElevenLabs has launched the Iconic Voice Marketplace, enabling brands to license AI-generated voices of famous personalities ethically, with a consent-based model that ensures responsible usage and fair compensation. The platform serves as an intermediary, connecting businesses with rights holder...
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Columbia 'Studytok' Influencer Detained and Released by DHS
Columbia University alleges that Department of Homeland Security agents used deceptive tactics, falsely claiming to search for a missing person, to detain a student on campus. DHS stated the student, Ellie Aghayeva, was arrested for being an "illegal alien" after her student visa was terminated i...
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Get Microsoft's Windows XP Crocs for $79.95
Microsoft has released limited edition Windows XP-themed Crocs for $79.95, available for public purchase through their online store after initially being a sweepstakes prize. The shoes feature the iconic Windows XP bliss wallpaper on the upper, a green hill-inspired sole, and include nostalgic Ji...
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Meta's New Smart Glasses Launch: How to Watch Live
Meta Connect, the company's annual hardware event, is expected to feature the official launch of new smart glasses and updates on AI initiatives. The event will be livestreamed through Meta's Horizon website and Facebook page, with a VR viewing option available for Meta Quest headset users. Leake...
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