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Weekly Recap: 11 Press Releases You Might Have Missed

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2 years ago

August 30, 2024

A roundup of the most newsworthy press releases from PR Newswire this week, including new Zepbound® single-dose vials, Pizza Hut’s Moving Box Table and a Starliner update from NASA.

NEW YORK, Aug. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists and consumers stay on top of the week’s most newsworthy and popular releases, here’s a recap of some major stories from the week that shouldn’t be missed.

The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story. Click on the press release headlines to access accompanying multimedia assets that are available for download.

Lilly releases Zepbound® (tirzepatide) single-dose vials, expanding supply and access for adults living with obesity
The single-dose vials are priced at a 50% or greater discount compared to the list price of all other incretin (GLP-1) medicines for obesity. This new option helps millions of adults with obesity access the medicine they need, including those not eligible for the Zepbound savings card program, those without employer coverage, and those who need to self-pay outside of insurance.New IBM Processor Innovations To Accelerate AI on Next-Generation IBM Z Mainframe Systems
With many generative AI projects leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs) moving from proof-of-concept to production, the demands for power-efficient, secured and scalable solutions have emerged as key priorities.Pizza Hut Unveils the Moving Box Table: Specialty Pizza Boxes That Turn Into a Miniature Table for Moving Day
Nearly 9 in 10 (87%) Americans have ordered pizza during a move, and a resounding 79% of movers admitted to eating their moving day pizza on the floor. That’s why Pizza Hut is coming to the rescue with limited-edition Moving Box Tables during a peak time of the year for moving in popular U.S. cities seeing the most moves.NASA Decides to Bring Starliner Spacecraft Back to Earth Without Crew
Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams will continue their work formally as part of the Expedition 71/72 crew through February 2025. They will fly home aboard a Dragon spacecraft with two other crew members assigned to the agency’s SpaceX Crew-9 mission.United Goes Back to School with $1.25 Million Contribution to DonorsChoose
As students get ready to start another school year, United will triple the total donations to DonorsChoose aviation projects in Chicago, Denver, Honolulu, Houston, Los Angeles, Newark/New York, Phoenix, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C.Honeywell and Cisco Leverage AI and Automation to Help Reduce Building Energy Consumption
By combining Honeywell Forge Sustainability+ for Buildings and Cisco Spaces, the joint effort uses AI and machine learning to help monitor assets to adjust heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems based on real-time occupancy for a single building or an entire campus.Score Big with Dos Equis®: Up to ONE MILLION Free Beers Up for Grabs When College Football Teams “Go for Dos®” To encourage and celebrate “Going For Dos,” Dos Equis is paying it forward by offering football fans tens of thousands of free beers every week based on how often Football Bowl Subdivision teams collectively attempt two-point conversions, and hundreds of thousands more if they exceed last season’s total.National Park Foundation Receives Historic $100 Million Grant from Lilly Endowment Inc.
Working together with the National Park Service and park partners, NPF will allocate the funds to four key priority areas: inspire the next generation of park stewards; conserve and preserve threatened parks and wildlife; ensure a world-class visitor experience; and tell a more complete story of America.No Kid Hungry Unites with National Brands this Back-to-School Season to Help Connect Kids to the Most Important School Supply: Food
From Aug. 27 to Oct. 1, consumers can help ensure all kids have access to the healthy food they need this school year by dining and shopping with brands that support No Kid Hungry. Available promotions range from coupons and discounts to special limited-time items benefitting No Kid Hungry.The Mountain is Calling! Mountain Time is the Official, Unofficial Time Zone of Mountain Dew
Mountain Dew, a brand born in the great outdoors, and its new brand character, “The Mountain Dude,” are on a mission to own mountain time by helping fans get outside and DO THE DEW; whether they’re visiting the Mountain Time Zone or moving there with friends. This also marks the first time in history a brand has officially, unofficially owned a time zone.The Princeton Review’s Best Colleges for 2025 Rankings Are Out
Based on college students’ ratings of their schools, the company’s unique rankings name the top 25 colleges in 50 categories. Among them are: Great Financial Aid, Profs Get High Marks, Best Campus Food, and Best Career Services. Of interest in this election year are four politics-related categories: Most Conservative Students, Most Liberal Students, Most Politically Active Students, and Least Politically Active Students.

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SpaceX perpetual futures become Binance’s No. 2 traded product; Binance captures over 60% market share across CEX and DEX venues

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1 hour ago

June 13, 2026

Binance exceeded $5.6 billion in SPCXUSDT trading volume over last 24 hours, with over $9 billion in accumulated trading volume across SpaceX’s Pre-IPO and post-public listing

ABU DHABI, UAE, June 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Binance has captured over 60% market share for SpaceX derivatives trading across centralized and decentralized exchanges, establishing itself as the leading liquidity venue for the product.

SpaceX perpetual futures (SPCXUSDT) are now Binance’s second–largest traded product, after Bitcoin perpetuals, reflecting strong global demand for exposure to major public–market events.

Binance also offers SpaceX stock and bStock tokenized securities, giving users greater portfolio diversification and hedging opportunities.

Key highlights

SpaceX perpetual futures became Binance’s No. 2 traded product, reflecting significant global demand for exposure to SpaceX’s public market debut.Binance captured >60% market share across CEX and DEX venues for SpaceX derivatives trading.Binance recorded over $5.6 billion in SPCXUSDT trading volume over the last 24 hours, as of June 13, 9:00 AM UTC (Coinglass, CoinMarketCap).Binance leads all CEX and DEX venues in SPCXUSDT Open Interest at $167.22 million (one-sided count).Binance recorded over $9 billion in accumulated SPCXUSDT trading volume across SpaceX’s Pre-IPO and post-public listing on Nasdaq.Binance successfully transitioned the Pre–IPO Perpetual into a standard TradFi Perpetual following SpaceX’s Nasdaq listing, with orderly price discovery anchored to publicly available valuation signals, share-count data, and market expectations.After SpaceX disclosed a higher share count in its S-1/A filing, Binance was the only exchange to successfully rebase its SpaceX Pre-IPO Perpetual contract to ensure users were not negatively impacted by dilution.

“SpaceX’s public listing was one of the most closely watched market events globally. SpaceX derivatives have become Binance’s second–largest traded product, capturing more than 60% market share across CEX and DEX venues, and demonstrating the appeal of our liquidity and product design,” said Shunyet Jan, Head of Spot and Derivatives Business at Binance.

“Our range of products — Pre–IPO futures, standard TradFi futures, stock trading, and tokenized securities — lets users access opportunities across different market lifecycles. This performance underlines our belief that better accessibility unlocks latent demand.”

Binance now offers over 7,000 stocks and ETFs for trading, alongside a broad range of digital assets, moving closer to its vision for a multi-asset financial super app that connects users to global market opportunities.

Disclaimer: Digital asset prices can be volatile. The value of your investment may go down or up and you may not get back the amount invested. You are solely responsible for your investment decisions and Binance is not liable for any losses you may incur. TradFi Perps are subject to high market risk and price volatility (particularly outside traditional market hours). In respect of Pre-IPO Perps which are subject to transition to TradFi Perp, there may be particular price volatility following official listing of the Underlying Asset and the share price may not ever reach the Final IPO Price. You may be called upon at short notice to make additional margin deposits or interest payments. If the required margin deposits or interest payments are not made within the prescribed time, your collateral may be liquidated. Moreover, you will remain liable for any resulting deficit in your account and interest charged on your account. All of your margin balance may be liquidated in the event of adverse price movement. Past performance is not a reliable predictor of future performance. TradFi Perps do not represent ownership of the relevant underlying asset. Before trading, you should make an independent assessment of the appropriateness of the transaction in light of your own objectives and circumstances, including the risks and potential benefits. Consult your own advisers, where appropriate. This information should not be construed as financial or investment advice. To learn more about how to protect yourself, visit our Responsible Trading page. For more information, see our Terms of Use, Exchange Rules, Clearing Rules, Exchange Procedures, Clearing Procedures, relevant Contract Specifications and Risk Warning.

About Binance

Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. Binance is trusted by more than 320 million people in 100+ countries for its industry-leading security, transparency, trading engine speed, protections for investors, and unmatched portfolio of digital asset products and offerings from trading and finance to education, research, social good, payments, institutional services, and Web3 features. Binance is devoted to building an inclusive crypto ecosystem to increase the freedom of money and financial access for people around the world with crypto as the fundamental means. For more information, visit: https://www.binance.com.

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LaVivid Hair Introduces Sports Hair Systems Collection for Men with Active Lifestyles

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1 hour ago

June 13, 2026

LaVivid Hair launches a sports-focused hair systems collection designed for men who want breathable comfort, secure attachment, and natural-looking confidence during workouts, football season, summer activities, and everyday movement.

IRVINE, Calif., June 13, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — As global football excitement builds and more men return to sports, workouts, travel, and outdoor activities, LaVivid Hair has introduced its Sports Hair Systems Collection, a curated lineup of breathable, secure, and natural-looking hair systems designed for men with active lifestyles.

Men should not have to choose between looking natural and living actively. This collection was created for customers who want to work out, play sports, travel, and enjoy daily life with more confidence.

For many men experiencing hair loss, staying active can bring concerns that go beyond performance. They may wonder whether a hair system will stay secure during sweat, whether the hairline will remain natural during movement, or whether they can focus on a game, workout, or summer activity without checking their hair.

LaVivid Hair created the Sports Hair Systems Collection to help answer those concerns with practical product choices built around comfort, hold, realism, and easier maintenance.

The collection focuses on four active-wear priorities:

Breathable comfort: Lace and lace-center constructions help improve airflow during warm weather, workouts, and active days.

Secure attachment: Hybrid bases with skin or poly perimeters provide a stable bonding area for tape or glue, helping wearers feel more confident during movement.

Natural appearance: Lace fronts, graduated hairlines, and realistic density options help maintain a natural look from different angles.

Easy maintenance: Active lifestyles require simple bonding, cleaning, and regular upkeep, especially after sweat, heat, or long wear.

“Men should not have to choose between looking natural and living actively,” said a LaVivid Hair spokesperson. “This collection was created for customers who want to work out, play sports, travel, and enjoy daily life with more confidence.”

Top recommendations from the Sports Hair Systems Collection include Simois, Light Crius, Upgrade Ares, and Mars. Each system serves a different active-wear need, from breathable full lace comfort to hybrid lace-and-skin constructions that balance airflow with secure bonding.

Simois is designed for wearers who want a breathable lace center, a natural lace front hairline, and a skin perimeter for reliable attachment. Light Crius offers a lower-density look with French lace comfort and easy bonding, making it suitable for warm-weather wear and lighter active routines. Upgrade Ares combines a lace center with an ultra-thin skin front for wearers who want a natural front appearance with practical maintenance. Mars, a full lace option, is ideal for men who prioritize maximum breathability and lightweight comfort for light sports and summer activity.

For sports and active lifestyles, LaVivid Hair also recommends pairing the right base with dependable attachment products such as Ultra Hold Tape and Ultra Hold Glue. The right adhesive routine can help improve confidence during workouts, football matches, and daily movement.

The Sports Hair Systems Collection is now available at LaVivid Hair. Customers can explore the collection here:

https://www.lavividhair.com/collections/workout?utm_source=prweb&utm_medium=press-release&utm_campaign=prweb_260318&utm_id=prweb_260318&utm_content=sports_hair_systems_collection

To learn more about LaVivid men’s hair systems, visit:

https://www.lavividhair.com/?utm_source=prweb&utm_medium=press-release&utm_campaign=prweb_260318&utm_id=prweb_260318

About LaVivid Hair

LaVivid Hair provides hair replacement solutions for men around the world, offering natural-looking men’s hair systems designed for different lifestyles, preferences, and everyday needs. Through continuous product development and customer-focused innovation, LaVivid Hair helps wearers regain confidence with comfortable, realistic, and reliable hair systems.

Media Contact

Charlie Sue, LaVivid Hair, 1 833-879-0279, service@lavividhair.com, LaVivid Hair

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Hexaware Expands Presence in Gujarat with New Delivery Center at GIFT City

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2 hours ago

June 13, 2026

MUMBAI, India, LONDON and ISELIN, N.J., June 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hexaware Technologies [NSE: HEXT], a global provider of IT solutions and services, today opened a new delivery center at Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City), India’s premier international financial services hub. The center, inaugurated by Shri Bhupendra Patel, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Gujarat, will serve Hexaware’s global banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) clients across digital solutions, artificial intelligence (AI), cloud transformation, data engineering, and next-gen software services.

Hexaware’s established presence in Ahmedabad and Gujarat provides the foundation for this investment. With the GIFT City center, the company is building a technology and innovation hub that serves financial institutions across global markets. The company aims to create approximately 1,000 high-skilled jobs over the next three years, covering software engineering, digital transformation, AI, cloud, data analytics, business operations, and customer experience services.

“The establishment of Hexaware’s delivery center at GIFT City is a strong endorsement of Gujarat’s position as a globally competitive destination for financial services and technology. This is the kind of high-value investment the state has been building toward, and we are pleased to welcome Hexaware to this ecosystem,” said Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel.

“GIFT City represents a unique convergence of financial services, technology, and innovation. Our expansion into GIFT City aligns with our strategy of being closer to our customers while leveraging India’s exceptional talent ecosystem. We’re excited to contribute to the growth of Gujarat’s technology landscape and create meaningful career opportunities for skilled professionals,” said R. Srikrishna, CEO & Executive Director, Hexaware.

“GIFT City presents a compelling proposition for a company of Hexaware’s focus and scale. The financial services landscape, the quality of talent, and the policy framework the state government has put in place made this a clear decision for us,” said Vikash Kumar Jain, Chief Financial Officer, Hexaware.

The GIFT City center adds to Hexaware’s growing delivery footprint in India, supporting the company’s work with BFSI clients across global markets.

About Hexaware

Hexaware is a global technology and business process services company. Every day, Hexawarians wake up with a singular purpose: to create smiles through great people and technology. With offices across the world, we empower enterprises worldwide to realize digital transformation at scale and speed by partnering with them to build, transform, run, and optimize their technology and business processes. Learn more about Hexaware at https://hexaware.com.

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