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VUE SIGNS MAJOR DEAL WITH LEADING CINEMA TECHNOLOGY PROVIDER BARCO

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Laser by Barco projection rolling out to over 1,000 screens in the U.K., Germany, and Denmark by 2029

LONDON, March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Vue, the largest privately owned cinema operator in Europe and number one exhibitor in the U.K, has signed terms with Barco, the global leader in laser cinema, to bring its award-winning laser projectors across Vue’s European estate. The roll-out of Barco’s technology to screens across all eight countries in Vue’s portfolio reiterates the company’s commitment and continued investment, bringing the best big screen experience to its moviegoers.

The deal will see an initial installation of more than 1,000 Barco Series 4 projectors and Barco media servers introduced to Vue’s screens by the end of 2029, starting the roll out in the U.K., Germany and Denmark. Vue Southport in the North West of England was the first of Vue’s cinemas to undergo installation and Vue Westfield Shepherd’s Bush in London, the company’s flagship site, will be next in line.

The Barco Series 4 laser projection family delivers industry-leading image brightness, superior contrast, more vivid colour, and improved clarity. With consistently high light output, Laser by Barco brings films to life with rich, vibrant colours and deep immersive blacks, ensuring every frame is rendered with remarkable precision and detail. This next-generation laser technology eliminates the need for Xenon lamp replacements, reducing maintenance while ensuring consistent and long-lasting performance. These projectors also consume significantly less power, promoting a more sustainable and cost-effective cinema operation.

Commenting on the deal, Tim Richards CBE, CEO and founder of Vue, said: “We are delighted to be partnering with Barco to deliver more than 1000 incredible laser projectors across eight countries. Barco’s state-of-the-art laser technology perfectly complements our investments in Lux and Ultra Lux recliner seats as well as the recently unveiled Vue Your Way, our innovative new take on foyers. These exciting developments will ensure we continue to provide the ultimate big screen experience to our customers and are perfectly positioned for the opportunities that lie ahead.”

“Barco shares Vue’s commitment to delivering new and exciting cinema experiences,” said Gerwin Damberg, EVP of Barco Cinema. “Together, we look forward to bringing Laser by Barco to Vue’s theatres throughout Europe. With laser projection, audiences will enjoy the next generation of movie presentation with stunning picture quality, high image brightness and increased color gamut.”

Vue’s focus remains on continuing to build and develop the business by innovating and investing in its estate and technology to deliver the ultimate big screen experience. Vue recently unveiled a UK first: “Vue Your Way”, piloting a new take on the cinema foyer experience for customers. Customers can explore the various snack and drink options before using the self-checkouts, having scanned their tickets at digital entry gates.

This offers customers the opportunity to explore the full range of food and drink on offer, at their own pace as well as eliminating or significantly reducing queuing at peak times. Vue has also been transforming existing and newly acquired Vue sites, including Southport and Swindon in the UK, and rolling out the recently launched Ultra Lux seating, Vue’s most comfortable, spacious and luxurious recliner seating to date.

About Vue
Vue is the largest cinema operator in the UK and Italy and the largest privately owned cinema operator in Europe, spanning eight countries, 223 sites and 1,959 screens. From its inception in May 2003 Vue has grown organically and through strategic acquisition to deliver a premium out-of-home entertainment experience by combining the best content, with the best technology in the best environment.

About Barco
Barco, headquartered in Kortrijk (Belgium), is a global technology company leading in visualization, networking, and collaboration solutions. Its innovative technologies drive advancements in the healthcare, enterprise, and entertainment markets. At the heart of Barco’s success are over 3,000 dedicated ‘visioneers’, each passionately contributing to driving change through technology.Listed on Euronext (BAR), Reuters (BARBt.BR), and Bloomberg (BAR BB), Barco realized sales of 947 million euro in 2024. For further insights, please visit www.barco.com, or connect on LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook.
Barco. Visioneering a bright tomorrow. © 2025

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LEAP Group Relaunches HumanView, a Growth Intelligence System Built to Explain Why Customers Behave the Way They Do

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Reimagined from the ground up, HumanView pairs statistical modeling with expert analysts to turn millions of real-world customer signals into business decisions

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LEAP Group today announced the relaunch of HumanView, its growth intelligence service. The new version has been rebuilt from the ground up and now has a dedicated home at leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

HumanView analyzes what customers say and do across social platforms, e-commerce sites, review platforms, search behavior and user-generated content, including signals from Reddit, TikTok, YouTube, Meta, Amazon and Walmart+ that general AI tools cannot always access. Because the data reflects unprompted, real-world behavior, it avoids the response bias built into surveys and focus groups.

The service works in three layers. HumanView captures signals at scale, decodes millions of records through validated statistical models such as regression, correlation and clustering, and then relies on experienced analysts to interpret the patterns. Clients receive clear, human-validated insights instead of another dashboard.

“Machines find the patterns. Humans find the point,” said Alan Gilleo, CEO at LEAP Group. “The first version of HumanView showed us how much customers reveal when nobody is asking them questions. This version is built to explain why they act the way they do, and to put those answers in front of everyone making decisions, from product to service to marketing.”

HumanView focuses on three areas:

Growth Intelligence: customer motivations and how people perceive a brand and its competitors

Market and Category Intelligence: product pain points, service friction, unmet needs and competitive gaps

Audience Intelligence: new segments, positioning opportunities and gaps in the market

Every model is designed and validated by data scientists and benchmarked before it informs a recommendation.

To learn more about HumanView, visit leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

About LEAP Group
LEAP Group is a boutique marketing agency holding company with offices in Louisville, Indianapolis, Cincinnati and Chicago. Guided by the belief that brands should “Market Less. Matter More.,” LEAP gives clients access to specialized experts across its entire network. Learn more at leapgroupnetwork.com.

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STEPHEN A. SMITH ADDRESSES WHITE HOUSE DINNER ATTENDANCE, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO HBCUs AND PROTECTING CORPORATE INVESTMENT IN BLACK EDUCATION

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NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Stephen A. Smith, media mogul, New York Times bestselling author, and proud 1991 graduate of Winston-Salem State University, is addressing the public discussion surrounding his decision to attend a White House dinner with President Donald Trump, emphasizing his commitment to the long-term financial stability of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

For Smith, the decision was rooted in a commitment to institutions that have educated generations of Black leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, and public servants.

“I will always advocate for HBCUs and the students whose futures depend on them,” Smith said. “My reason for attending the White House dinner was to discuss the challenges these institutions face in securing long-term funding and to make the case that corporate America must continue to invest in them.”

Smith acknowledged federal support through the FUTURE Act while expressing concern that political tensions surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) could discourage private companies from supporting HBCUs. He maintains that these institutions deserve sustained corporate partnerships, philanthropic contributions, and public investment.

“If we truly believe in free-market capitalism, businesses should be able to support educational institutions and charitable causes without fear of criticism or repercussions,” Smith said. “HBCUs have made extraordinary contributions to this country. They deserve sustained public and private investment.”

Ashley Christopher, Esq., Founder and CEO of the HBCU Week Foundation, recognized Smith’s advocacy and decision to engage with the administration.

“Stephen A. Smith has been a powerful advocate for HBCUs, using his platform and influence to shine a national spotlight on our institutions,” expressed Christopher, “His continued support of HBCU Week helps advance our mission of connecting students with life-changing educational opportunities, and we are proud to have him as our ambassador.”

Since Smith became an HBCU Week Ambassador in 2019, the initiative has facilitated more than 15,000 on-the-spot college acceptances and raised and awarded more than $150 million in scholarships, according to the HBCU Week Foundation.

As public discussion continues, Smith is emphasizing the importance of ensuring HBCUs have the resources and partnerships needed to educate future generations and expand opportunities for students.

CLICK HERE to watch Smith’s full response to his White House visit.

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Advantex Announces Completion of Financing and Extension of Maturity Date of Previously Issued Debentures

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TORONTO, Oct. 23, 2026 /CNW/ — Advantex Marketing International Inc. (CSE: ADX) (“Advantex”), a leader in the merchant cash advance and loyalty marketing products for merchants, today announced the completion of a $250,000 secured debt financing. Advantex issued a $250,000 non-convertible debenture which bears an interest rate at 12% per annum and matures December 15, 2027. The proceeds raised from this issuance of the Debenture will be used for working capital purposes.

Advantex has also extended the maturity of its existing $700,000 in 12% secured debentures from October 10, 2026 to December 15, 2027.

About Advantex Marketing International Inc.

Advantex provides working capital to merchants. Advantex also provides specialized marketing programs that enable members of Aeroplan to earn Aeroplan points at participating merchants.

Advantex shares trade on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol ADX. For more information go to Advantex’s profile on www.sedar.com

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This news release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of applicable securities laws relating to the future business and operations of Advantex. Actual results and developments may differ materially from those contemplated by these statements. The business and operations of Advantex described herein is dependent on a number of factors and is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. Factors that could cause actual results to differ material include, but are not limited to, changes in Advantex’s economic and competitive conditions including but not limited to the industry sectors in which Advantex operates.

The statements in this news release are made of the date of this release. Forward-looking statements are made based on management’s beliefs, estimates and opinions on the date the statements are made and Advantex undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change, except as required by applicable law.

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