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iClever Launches the Q950, the World’s First TÜV Rheinland Hearing Care Certified Kids’ Headphones

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The 2026 Red Dot Award winner combines hearing-first design, Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation, and SafeSound™ technology to help families build healthier listening habits.

NEWARK, Calif., July 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — iClever, the No. 1 kids’ headphones brand in the U.S. online market, today announced the launch of the Q950, the world’s first kids’ headphones to receive TÜV Rheinland Hearing Care Certification. Designed specifically for young listeners, the Q950 represents a new generation of children’s headphones engineered not only to deliver premium audio, but also to help protect hearing and encourage healthier listening habits from an early age.

The launch comes as children’s use of personal audio devices continues to grow worldwide. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), nearly one billion young people are at risk of preventable hearing loss caused by unsafe listening practices, highlighting the need for products that support hearing health without compromising everyday listening experiences.

Advancing a New Standard for Children’s Hearing Protection
Unlike traditional volume-limited headphones that focus solely on restricting sound levels, the Q950 was developed around a broader hearing-care philosophy. As the world’s first kids’ headphones to achieve TÜV Rheinland Hearing Care Certification, the Q950 has been evaluated across four key areas: safe listening, acoustic performance, adaptive audio care, and active hearing care.

Together, these standards recognize products that not only provide safe listening levels, but also improve listening clarity in noisy environments, intelligently support different listening scenarios, and encourage healthier long-term listening habits.

At the heart of the Q950 is iClever’s proprietary SafeSound™ technology, which combines an 80 dBA safe-volume limit with advanced hearing-focused audio engineering. Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation delivers up to 35 dB of noise reduction, helping children hear clearly during flights, road trips, classrooms, and other noisy environments without increasing the volume.

The Q950 also supports active noise cancellation in AUX wired mode—a feature rarely available in children’s headphones—as well as Wear Detection with automatic play and pause, Transparency Mode, Bluetooth Audio Sharing, and up to 60 hours of battery life, providing a smarter and more versatile listening experience for modern families.

Award-Winning Design Built for Growing Kids
Winner of the 2026 Red Dot Award for Product Design, the Q950 was created around the way children actually wear and use headphones every day. A multi-position adjustable headband accommodates different head sizes as children grow, while breathable protein-leather ear cushions, premium sponge padding, and 90-degree rotating ear cups provide lasting comfort during extended listening sessions. Large, kid-friendly controls make everyday operation simple and intuitive.

Built for daily life, the Q950 also features a high-strength POK headband and reinforced metal hinges. Its durability has been independently verified through SGS-certified 3,000-cycle twist testing and rigorous drop testing, making it ideal for school, travel, and home use.

“Healthy listening habits begin with thoughtful product design,” said Dr. Kellsie Busho, Director of Clinical Programs for Audiology. “By helping children hear more clearly in noisy environments without turning up the volume, the Q950 makes hearing protection a natural part of everyday life for families.”

Building a Broader Commitment to Children’s Hearing Health
The launch of the Q950 builds on iClever’s long-term commitment to children’s hearing wellness. Earlier this year, the company partnered with audiologist Dr. Kellsie Busho to promote hearing health awareness during World Hearing Day 2026, reinforcing its mission to educate families about safe listening practices.

Beyond advocacy, iClever continues to invest in local communities. To date, the company has donated more than 14,900 headphones to over 2,400 schools across the United States, helping create safer, more focused learning environments for children.

About iClever
Founded in 2010, iClever is the No. 1 selling kids’ headphone brand in the U.S. online market. Trusted by millions of families worldwide, the company develops award-winning audio products that combine hearing protection, child-centered design, and everyday durability. Through continuous innovation and partnerships with hearing health experts, iClever is committed to helping children learn, travel, and play more safely while protecting developing ears.

For more information, visit www.iclever.com.

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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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