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Champions Ascension Announces Alpha Event with $15,000 in Cash and Prizes

Published

2 years ago

February 15, 2024

The Emperor’s Legendary Crystal Event Runs February 16th Through February 23rd

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Champions Ascension, the popular arena-based, gladiatorial combat game by Rough House Games, announced today a week-long event from February 16th to February 23rd to celebrate its Alpha launch.

The Emperor’s Legendary Crystals Event will feature $15,000+ in cash and prizes and is free to play. Players earn tickets by fighting in the Arena and can exchange tickets for Raffle entries on the Champions Ascension website. There will be a drawing once a day for seven days at 6 pm UTC. Winners will be announced on Champions.io and X (formerly Twitter) and the Champions Ascension Discord.

“What we’ve developed with Champions Ascension is nothing short of a breakthrough in the arena fighter genre. By mixing RPG elements like progression and spells with intense moment-to-moment combat, we’ve created something truly unique,” said Jairo Nieto, Game Chief of Champions Ascension. “We find ourselves at the intersection between an incredibly fun experience and the most advanced technology available. We could not be more excited by the reception from players who are tirelessly creating Essence Crystals and trading in-game assets.”

Champions Ascension’s Alpha includes the introduction of several new features:

AAA GAME, AHEAD OF THE PACK. Champions is a game for all, leading the way in the future of gaming. Web2 or Web3 players download the PC game client and can immediately jump into gameplay.PLAYER CHOICE. A real versatile marketplace – Earn, transact, buy/sell using traditional payment options (i.e. credit card) or via crypto payments.SOLVING THE OWNERSHIP DILEMMA. Champion’s very own on-chain marketplace where players can list their in-game items. Play the game and create, acquire, or earn in-game resources, then mint them into the Grand Bazaar marketplace to transact as you wish. We have partnered with Sequence to deliver a truly unique experience for the ecosystem of Champions Ascension.A GAME CREATED BY GAMERS. The game team’s vision is inspired by several classic high-fantasy epics and blended to create a new gaming experience that offers fierce multiplayer competition, rich narrative lore, earning potential, AI-infused UGC, and tournaments in a universe we would all want to play in.

Additionally, players now get their pick of one of twelve different Champion families, each with distinct powers and playstyles. They can guide the journey of said Champions from Grunt into the awe-inspiring Eternal by conquering numerous challenges in the arena. These encounters vary from the strategic team 3v3 combat to the intense 10-player Free-For-All and include challenging raid Bosses that require great communication and coordination. The rewards of these encounters can be moved onto the blockchain via a unique system called Transmutation to be traded or sold to other players with complete transparency and traceability. This system allows said items to be listed in the Champion’s marketplace while supporting third-party marketplaces.

To get started, visit https://champions.io. Follow Champions Ascension on Discord, X, and the website:

Discord: https://discord.gg/championsascension [discord.gg]

X: https://twitter.com/ChampionsIO [twitter.com]

Website: https://www.champions.io/

Bleeding is Believing…See you in the Arena!!

About Champions Ascension:

Champions Ascension is an arena-based, gladiatorial combat game built inside a virtual world. Though the 3D arena combat is the centerpiece of the game, Champions Ascension also features an open world around it. One where players can walk around, interact, and engage in various other activities. The world includes crafting, breeding, land ownership, an in-game marketplace, a staking system, mini-games, and more. Our investors include a16z, UTA, Coinbase, and Crush Music Ventures. For more information, visit https://champions.io.

Media Contact

Josh Brooks, Champions Ascension, 1 310-892-2122, Josh@Champions.io, https://www.champions.io/

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FranklinWH Introduces Enhanced 15 kWh aPower in Australia and New Zealand

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29 minutes ago

May 3, 2026

Expansion comes as policy shifts and rising power costs accelerate demand for residential energy storage

SYDNEY, May 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — FranklinWH, a leading provider of whole-home energy management and battery storage solutions, today announced the launch of its enhanced 15 kWh aPower battery in Australia and New Zealand, as demand for residential energy storage continues to grow, driven by evolving policy settings and increasing interest in energy independence.

The updated aPower builds on the company’s established platform, increasing usable capacity from 13.6 kWh to 15 kWh and raising warrantied throughput from 43 MWh to 60 MWh, an increase of 40 percent. These updates deliver more usable energy over the life of the system while maintaining the same footprint and price.

“The energy landscape is shifting quickly, and more homeowners are thinking beyond the upfront specs to what really pays off over time,” said Steve Ruskin, General Manager of FranklinWH Australia. “This upgrade is about delivering more performance over the life of the system, more usable energy, greater throughput, while staying true to our ‘buy once, buy right’ philosophy.”

The increase in warrantied throughput translates into savings for homeowners. Based on typical usage patterns and an electricity rate of A$0.35 per kilowatt-hour, the additional throughput may represent up to approximately A$5,950 in value over the lifetime of the system. The increase in usable capacity also improves energy density, lowering the effective cost per kilowatt-hour and supporting more efficient use of stored energy.

The 15 kWh configuration also aligns with current and upcoming policy frameworks benefitting residential battery adoption. This includes the updated Cheaper Home Batteries Program, with changes coming into effect for Australian homeowners from 1 May, 2026, helping households maximise value as incentives continue to evolve.

As the residential battery market expands, FranklinWH continues to focus on reliability and system performance. The aPower incorporates design elements to support durability, including structural reinforcement to reduce cell stress over time, per-cell temperature monitoring, and the separation of the battery pack and control systems to maintain reliable performance.

“We believe performance should be measured over years, not just at installation,” Ruskin added. “We focus on building systems that deliver consistent, reliable results over time. That long-term perspective is what ultimately defines value for homeowners.”

The aPower is designed to operate as part of the FranklinWH System, an integrated home energy management platform that coordinates energy generation, storage, and consumption. The system is designed to optimise multiple energy inputs, provide reliable backup power, and support more efficient and independent energy use at the household level.

About FranklinWH

FranklinWH Energy Storage is the manufacturer of the FranklinWH System. FranklinWH is a market-oriented, research-driven company focused on next-generation residential energy management and storage solutions. Located in Macquarie Park, Sydney with a global head office in the San Francisco Bay Area, FranklinWH’s team has decades of experience in energy systems, from design, through manufacturing, to sales and installation. FranklinWH is AVL-listed with multiple financial institutions.

Contact: Media@franklinwh.com

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Peninsula Visa Launches Comprehensive OCI Processing Services

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2 hours ago

May 3, 2026

Peninsula Visa, a trusted leader in immigration and visa processing services with over 50 years of expertise, today announced the launch of its comprehensive Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) processing services. To celebrate this milestone, Peninsula Visa is offering new users an exclusive 20% discount with promo code OCI20 at checkout.

SAN JOSE, Calif., May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Peninsula Visa, a trusted leader in immigration and visa processing services with over 50 years of expertise, today announced the launch of its comprehensive Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) processing services. To celebrate this milestone, Peninsula Visa is offering new users an exclusive 20% discount with promo code OCI20 at checkout.

For 50 years, Peninsula Visa has helped families navigate immigration. OCI processing is one of our most impactful services, connecting the Indian diaspora to their heritage. We’re proud to bring our expertise to help families secure OCI status with confidence. Evan James, CEO

A Full Suite of OCI Services

Peninsula Visa’s OCI services cover every stage of the OCI lifecycle, ensuring that members of the Indian diaspora receive expert support from start to finish.

The four service types now available are:

New OCI Application — For foreign nationals of Indian origin, spouses of Indian citizens or existing OCI card holders, and minor children with at least one Indian parent applying for OCI status for the first time.OCI Card Renewal — For card holders whose OCI card has expired, or whose linked passport has been renewed or replaced and requires an updated booklet.Re-issuance (Age Milestones) — OCI cards must be re-issued when minors reach the age of 18 and again when card holders turn 50, due to significant changes in appearance. Peninsula Visa guides clients through both transitions seamlessly.Miscellaneous OCI Services — Covering corrections to existing records, lost or damaged card replacement, address changes, and other administrative updates to the OCI file.

Why Choose Peninsula Visa for Your OCI Application

Peninsula Visa brings decades of institutional knowledge and a client-first philosophy to every OCI case.

Key value propositions include:

Expert Guidance — Dedicated OCI specialists with deep knowledge of consulate requirements, eligibility rules, and documentation standards across all service types.High Approval Rate — A meticulous multi-stage review process that identifies and resolves issues before submission, dramatically reducing the likelihood of rejection or delay.Fast Turnaround — Standard processing in 12-15 Business Days for most OCI service types, with real-time status updates throughout the process.End-to-End Support — Personalized document checklists, secure document uploads, expert form preparation, consulate submission, and post-submission tracking — all in one place.

Launch Promotion

Save 20% on any OCI service — new users only

OCI20

Enter code OCI20 at checkout. Available to new users. No expiration date.

Leadership Perspective

“For 50 years, Peninsula Visa has helped individuals and families navigate the complexities of immigration documentation. OCI processing is one of the most impactful services we have ever added — it directly connects the Indian diaspora to their heritage country in a lasting, meaningful way. We are proud to bring our proven expertise and client-centric approach to this important service, and we look forward to helping thousands of families secure their OCI status with confidence.”

Founded in 1975, Peninsula Visa has built its reputation on precision, transparency, and a genuine commitment to client outcomes. The addition of OCI processing services reflects the company’s ongoing mission to expand its offerings to meet the evolving needs of immigrants and their families across the United States.

Get Started Today

Eligible applicants can begin their OCI journey by visiting Peninsula Visa’s dedicated OCI Services page. New users can take advantage of the 20% launch discount by entering promo code OCI20 at checkout when selecting any OCI service type.

Media Contact

Evan James, Peninsula Visa, 1 4087277515, media@peninsulavisa.com, https://peninsulavisa.com/

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Technology

Peninsula Visa Launches Comprehensive OCI Processing Services

Published

2 hours ago

May 3, 2026

A Full Suite of OCI Services

Peninsula Visa’s OCI services cover every stage of the OCI lifecycle, ensuring that members of the Indian diaspora receive expert support from start to finish.

The four service types now available are:

Why Choose Peninsula Visa for Your OCI Application

Peninsula Visa brings decades of institutional knowledge and a client-first philosophy to every OCI case.

Key value propositions include:

Launch Promotion

Save 20% on any OCI service — new users only

OCI20

Enter code OCI20 at checkout. Available to new users. No expiration date.

Leadership Perspective

Get Started Today

Media Contact

Evan James, Peninsula Visa, 1 4087277515, media@peninsulavisa.com, https://peninsulavisa.com/