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Release – Snail Games Launches ARK: Genesis Part 1 Ascended, ARK Tides of Fortune, and ARK: Dragontopia DLC; $11 Million from Deferred Revenue Backlog to be Recognized in Q3 2026

Posted on July 7, 2026July 7, 2026 by [email protected]

July 7, 2026 at 8:30 AM EDT

CULVER CITY, Calif., July 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Snail, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNAL) (“Snail Games” or the “Company”), a leading global independent developer and publisher of interactive digital entertainment, announced the official launch of ARK: Genesis Part 1 Ascended, ARK Tides of Fortune, and ARK: Dragontopia for ARK: Survival Ascended. In connection with the release of ARK: Genesis Part 1 Ascended, the Company expects to recognize approximately $11 million from its deferred revenue backlog in Q3 2026.

The launch of ARK: Genesis Part 1 Ascended marks the return of one of the franchise’s most ambitious DLCs and its iconic ocean biome to the Unreal Engine 5-powered survival experience. Available at no additional cost to ARK: Survival Ascended owners, Genesis Part 1 Ascended expands the game’s content offering with new environments, creatures, and survival challenges.

Launching alongside Genesis Part 1 Ascended is Tides of Fortune, a new premium expansion that transforms the simulated ocean of Genesis into a massive, map-wide nautical frontier. Within this new expansion, players can build fleets, engage in naval warfare, and explore the deepest reaches of ARK‘s oceanic ecosystem.

Additionally, Studio Wildcard shadow-dropped ARK: Dragontopia, an all-new premium expansion pass that introduces survivors to a vast aerial ecosystem where dragons rule the skies. Owners will receive included content updates on July 9 and in October, culminating in December with the release of a boundless skyworld map.

The launch of this trio of content (Genesis Ascended Part 1, Tides of Fortune, and Dragontopia) underscores Snail Games’ strategy of leveraging its established content portfolio to drive player engagement and expand the ARK ecosystem. As the Company continues to invest in franchise development, ARK remains a key pillar of Snail Games’ growth and portfolio.

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About Snail, Inc.
Snail, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNAL) is a leading global independent developer and publisher of interactive digital entertainment for consumers around the world, with a premier portfolio of premium games designed for use on a variety of platforms, including consoles, PCs, and mobile devices. For more information, please visit: https://snail.com/.

Forward-Looking Statements:
This press release contains statements that constitute forward-looking statements. Many of the forward-looking statements contained in this press release can be identified by the use of forward-looking words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “could,” “expect,” “should,” “plan,” “intend,” “may,” “predict,” “continue,” “estimate” and “potential,” or the negative of these terms or other similar expressions. These forward-looking statements include information about possible or assumed future results of Snail Games’ business, financial condition, results of operations, liquidity, plans and objectives. Forward-looking statements appear in a number of places in this press release and include, but are not limited to, statements regarding recognizing approximately $11 million from the Company’s deferred revenue backlog in Q3 2026 in connection with the release of ARK: Genesis Part 1 Ascended; the sustainable value of prior ARK content and the franchise’s strong long-term player ecosystem; Snail Games’ strategy of leveraging its established content portfolio to drive player engagement and expand the ARK ecosystem; ARK remaining a key pillar of Snail Games’ growth and portfolio as the Company continues to invest in franchise development; and assumptions underlying any of the foregoing. Further information on risks, uncertainties and other factors that could affect Snail Games’ financial results and business include Snail Games’ ability to strengthen its gaming portfolio’s visibility; Snail Games’ ability to expand and grow its franchise and increase its revenue; Snail Games’ ability to retain its key employees or maintain its Nasdaq listing; and the risks that are included in its filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including its annual reports on Form 10-K and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q filed, or to be filed, with the SEC. You should not rely on these forward-looking statements, as actual outcomes and results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements as a result of such risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements in this press release are based on management’s beliefs and assumptions and on information currently available to Snail Games, and Snail Games does not assume any obligation to update the forward-looking statements provided to reflect events that occur or circumstances that exist after the date on which they were made.

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Gateway Group, Inc.
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Microsoft Just Torched 3,200 Xbox Jobs and Admitted the Console Model Is Broken

Posted on July 7, 2026July 7, 2026 by [email protected]

Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) announced this morning that it is cutting 4,800 roles across the company, roughly 2.1% of its workforce. The bulk of the pain, 3,200 positions, lands in the Xbox division. The stock fell more than 1% on the news. Microsoft is now down about 20% year to date, while Alphabet is up 14% and Amazon is up 5%.

But the layoff count is not the story. The story is what Xbox CEO Asha Sharma actually wrote in her memo to employees.

The Quote That Should Get Every Console Investor’s Attention

“Our business today is not healthy,” Sharma told her team. “We are operating at margins that are 3-10x lower than comparable platform and publishing businesses. We must reset XBOX.” She followed it with an even sharper number. “In a typical year, we lost 64 cents for every dollar we invested.”

That is a public admission from a Big Tech executive that an entire business unit has been burning cash at a structural rate. It is unusually blunt, and it is worth paying attention to.

What Is Actually Happening

The first round of cuts includes 1,600 employees today. Microsoft is moving four studios, Ninja Theory, Undead Labs, Compulsion Games, and Double Fine Productions, to outside management. It is working to sell or spin off a fifth, Arkane Studios in France. Sharma also flagged that some workflows pass through 14 layers of management, which she plans to compress to no more than five and ideally three.

Sharma took over Xbox in February and has already cut the price of Game Pass and reworked branding. This move is her most aggressive yet.

The context matters. Microsoft entered this console generation with a smaller install base and higher costs than Sony and Nintendo. The company then poured money into putting first-party games on rival platforms and expanding Game Pass, and the payoff never materialized. Meanwhile, the entire industry is facing a memory and storage crisis that has forced Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo to raise console prices. Nintendo shares are down 52% over the past twelve months. Sony is off 17%.

The AI Overhang

Microsoft chief people officer Amy Coleman said none of the eliminated roles will be replaced by AI, but acknowledged the technology is changing how work gets done. That is corporate-speak for a much larger issue investors have been chewing on all year. Microsoft is spending heavily on AI infrastructure while the market is questioning whether AI labs will eventually displace demand for Microsoft 365 and its productivity stack. When your legacy cash cow is under pressure and your legacy loss-maker is being amputated on the same day, the market notices.

Why Small and Micro-Cap Investors Should Care

This is not just a Microsoft story. Console economics have propped up a range of small and micro-cap suppliers, developers, and specialty publishers for decades. A serious restructuring at Xbox has downstream implications for independent studios, middleware providers, gaming peripheral makers, and cloud gaming infrastructure names. The four studios moving to outside management, plus Arkane looking for a home, could create acquisition opportunities or standalone independence stories worth tracking.

There is also a broader read-through for anyone holding legacy technology names. When a business as embedded as Xbox can be publicly declared unhealthy by its own leadership, it forces investors to ask which other legacy businesses are quietly burning capital while management waits for the right moment to act.

The Bottom Line

Microsoft is not in trouble. It is a $3 trillion company that just made a hard call on a division that has been dragging on margins for years. But when a Big Tech leader tells you the console model is losing 64 cents on every dollar, believe her. The consumer technology stack is being repriced in real time, and the small caps that live downstream from it are next in line for the same conversation.

Snail (SNAL) – Clearing The Path Forward

Posted on July 2, 2026July 2, 2026 by [email protected]

Thursday, July 02, 2026

Michael Kupinski, Director of Research, Equity Research Analyst, Digital, Media & Technology , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

George Proost, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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Reverse Split. On July 1, 2026, the company announced a one-for-five reverse stock split of both its Class A and Class B common stock, effective at 11:59 pm Eastern Time on July 2, 2026, with the shares trading on a split-adjusted basis at market open on July 6, 2026. Notably, we view the reverse split as a favorable development in the company’s efforts to satisfy NASDAQ’s minimum $1 listing price requirement. Although a reverse split does not alter the company’s underlying fundamentals, it removes a technical overhang that has weighed on investor sentiment and could improve trading liquidity and marketability.

Reverse Split Details. Fractional shares will be redeemed for cash based on the average closing price during the ten trading days preceding the effective date. Outstanding stock options, warrants, and convertible securities will be adjusted proportionately, while the company’s authorized share count will remain unchanged. The shares will continue trading under the SNAL ticker with a new CUSIP (83301J308).

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Release – Snail Announces Reverse Stock Split to Support Effort to Regain Compliance with Nasdaq’s Minimum Bid Price

Posted on July 1, 2026July 1, 2026 by [email protected]

July 1, 2026 at 8:30 AM EDT

CULVER CITY, Calif., July 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Snail, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNAL) (“Snail” or the “Company”), a leading global independent developer and publisher of interactive digital entertainment, today announced that it will effect a 1-for-5 reverse stock split (the “Reverse Stock Split”) of its Class A Common Stock, par value $0.0001 per share (the “Class A Common Stock”) and Class B Common Stock, par value $0.0001 per share (the “Class B Common Stock” and together with the Class A Common Stock, the “Common Stock”). The Reverse Stock Split will become effective at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on July 2, 2026 (the “Effective Time”). The Company’s Class A Common Stock will continue to trade on the Nasdaq Capital Market (“Nasdaq”) under the symbol “SNAL” and will begin trading on a split-adjusted basis when the Nasdaq opens on July 6, 2026. The new CUSIP number for the Class A Common Stock following the Reverse Stock Split will be 83301J308.

On June 2, 2026, a written consent was delivered to the Company’s Board of Directors from the holders of 95% of the voting power of the Company’s issued and outstanding Common Stock (the “Majority Stockholders”), pursuant to which the Majority Stockholders approved an amendment (the “Amendment”) to the Company’s Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation (the “Certificate of Incorporation”) to effect a reverse stock split with respect to the Common Stock at a ratio of 1-for-2 to 1-for-10, with the ratio within such range to be determined at the discretion of the Board of Directors. The Company’s Board of Directors subsequently approved the final ratio for the Reverse Stock Split of 1-for-5.

The Reverse Stock Split will proportionally reduce the number of outstanding shares of Common Stock from approximately 15,468,890 shares of Class A Common Stock and 28,748,580 shares of Class B Common Stock to approximately 3,093,778 shares of Class A Common Stock and 5,749,716 shares of Class B Common Stock. The ownership percentage of each stockholder will remain unchanged other than as a result of fractional shares. Proportional adjustments will be made to the number of shares of Common Stock issuable upon exercise of outstanding warrants or options, or the conversion of outstanding convertible notes, as well as to the applicable exercise or conversion price. There will be no change to the total number of authorized shares of Common Stock as set forth in the Certificate of Incorporation. Stockholders whose shares are held in brokerage accounts should direct any questions concerning the Reverse Stock Split to their broker. All stockholders of record may direct questions to the Company’s transfer agent, Equiniti Trust Company, LLC at 800-468-9716.

The Reverse Stock Split is intended to support the Company’s effort to regain compliance with the minimum bid price requirement for maintaining the listing of its Class A Common Stock on the Nasdaq Capital Market, and to make the bid price more attractive to a broader group of institutional and retail investors. The Nasdaq Capital Market requires, among other things, that a listed company’s common stock maintain a minimum bid price of at least $1.00 per share.

Any person who would otherwise be entitled to a fractional share of Common Stock as a result of the reclassification and combination following the Effective Time (after taking into account all fractional shares of Common Stock otherwise issuable to such holder) shall be entitled to receive a cash payment equal to the number of shares of the Common Stock held by such stockholder before the reverse split that would otherwise have been exchanged for such fractional share interest multiplied by the average closing sales price of the Common Stock as reported on the Nasdaq for the ten days preceding the Effective Time.

About Snail, Inc.

Snail, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNAL) is a leading global independent developer and publisher of interactive digital entertainment for consumers around the world, with a premier portfolio of premium games designed for use on a variety of platforms, including consoles, PCs, and mobile devices. For more information, please visit: https://snail.com/

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This press release contains statements that constitute forward-looking statements. Many of the forward-looking statements contained in this press release can be identified by the use of forward-looking words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “could,” “expect,” “should,” “plan,” “intend,” “may,” “predict,” “continue,” “estimate” and “potential,” or the negative of these terms or other similar expressions. Forward-looking statements appear in a number of places in this press release and include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the Reverse Stock Split allowing the Company to regain compliance with Nasdaq’s minimum bid price requirement, enabling the Company to attract a broader universe of investors; and assumptions underlying any of the foregoing.

Further information on risks, uncertainties and other factors that could affect Snail’s financial results and business include Snail’s ability to strengthen its gaming portfolio’s visibility; Snail’s ability to expand and grow its franchise and increase its revenue; Snail’s ability to retain its key employees or maintain its Nasdaq listing; and the risks that are included in its filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including its annual reports on Form 10-K and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q filed, or to be filed, with the SEC. You should not rely on these forward-looking statements, as actual outcomes and results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements as a result of such risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements in this press release are based on management’s beliefs and assumptions and on information currently available to Snail, and Snail does not assume any obligation to update the forward-looking statements provided to reflect events that occur or circumstances that exist after the date on which they were made.

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Gateway Group, Inc.
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[email protected]

Release – Alliance Authentic Expands Its Preservation Platform Across Collecting, From Vinyl to Funko to Handmade by Robots

Posted on June 29, 2026June 29, 2026 by [email protected]

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Forbes called Alliance Authentic “a one-of-a-kind platform” for “a new generation of record buyers”

Newly preserved vinyl from Olivia Rodrigo, Harry Styles, Zara Larsson, Charli xcx, Karol G, Hayley Williams, and Angine de Poitrine

Launching newly preserved figures from Funko and Handmade by Robots

PLANTATION, Fla., June 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Alliance Authentic, part of Alliance Entertainment (Nasdaq: AENT), the largest distributor of physical media in the U.S., today expanded its preservation platform beyond vinyl for the first time, launching preserved Funko and Handmade by Robots collectibles. Alliance Authentic is the only platform that preserves the records and collectibles fans care about most and carries each one’s verified identity to every owner who comes next. The company is creating a new category: permanently preserved collectibles. The expansion arrives on a rebuilt Alliance Authentic platform, redesigned around how collectors discover, preserve, and pass on what they own.

Every preserved Alliance Authentic release meets five standards: curated, numbered, limited, certified uncirculated, and NFC-secured. Each collectible is encapsulated in its original, uncirculated condition, individually numbered, and given an NFC-secured identity that travels to whoever owns it next. For vinyl, each preserved run is fixed and final, never added to. When a preserved collectible changes hands, its verified identity, condition, and full history travel with it. Every owner inherits the proof, not just the object. See how preservation works: https://www.allianceauthentic.com/how-preservation-works

“Every collector has a record that means everything to them,” said Jeffrey Smith, SVP of Sales and Marketing at Alliance Authentic. “And it’s not a generational thing, across ages, across collectors, that feeling is the same. We built a preservation system for exactly that, to keep a record in the moment it’s verified, certified, uncirculated, and treat it as the work of art it already is. There’s nothing cooler than an encapsulated Japanese import of Star Wars: A New Hope with the obi strip. And a Handmade by Robots figure or a Funko is just as cool to a different kind of collector. Opening this preservation system up to all of it, that’s what I’m excited about. A fan is a fan of what they love, and we’re here to protect it.”

Visit the new Alliance Authentic and browse the preserved vinyl catalog, home of The Ultimate Vinyl Collectible™: https://allianceauthentic.com

Explore the preserved Handmade by Robots figures, The Ultimate Fan Collectible: https://allianceauthentic.com/shop/search?_pg=hmbr

Explore the preserved Funko collectibles, The Ultimate Fan Collectible: https://allianceauthentic.com/shop/search?_pg=funko

About Alliance Authentic

Alliance Authentic is the only platform that preserves the records and collectibles fans care about most and carries each one’s verified identity to every owner who comes next. Part of Alliance Entertainment (Nasdaq: AENT), the largest distributor of physical media in the U.S. Learn more at allianceauthentic.com.

About Alliance Entertainment

Alliance Entertainment (NASDAQ: AENT) is a premier distributor and fulfillment partner for the entertainment and pop culture collectibles industry. With more than 340,000 unique in-stock SKUs – including over 57,300 exclusive titles across compact discs, vinyl LPs, DVDs, Blu-rays, and video games – Alliance offers the largest selection of physical media in the market. Our vast catalog also includes licensed merchandise, toys, retro gaming products, and collectibles, serving over 35,000 retail locations and powering e-commerce fulfillment for leading retailers. Alliance also owns and operates proprietary collectibles brands, including Handmade by Robots™, a stylized vinyl figure line featuring licensed characters from leading entertainment franchises, and Alliance Authentic™, a premium platform for authentic, certified, and individually numbered entertainment collectibles. In addition, Alliance operates Endstate Authentic, a dedicated NFC-enabled authentication and digital product identity platform supporting authenticated collectibles, resale, and brand protection. Leveraging decades of operational expertise, exclusive sourcing relationships, and a capital-light, scalable infrastructure, Alliance connects fans and collectors to the products, franchises, and experiences they value across formats and generations.

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Certain statements included in this Press Release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provisions under the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally are accompanied by words such as “believe,” “may,” “will,” “estimate,” “continue,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “expect,” “should,” “would,” “plan,” “predict,” “potential,” “seem,” “seek,” “future,” “outlook,” and similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding estimates and forecasts of other financial and performance metrics and projections of market opportunity. These statements are based on various assumptions, whether identified in this Press Release, and on the current expectations of Alliance’s management and are not predictions of actual performance. These forward-looking statements are provided for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to serve as and must not be relied on by an investor as, a guarantee, an assurance, a prediction, or a definitive statement of fact or probability. Actual events and circumstances are difficult or impossible to predict and will differ from assumptions. Many actual events and circumstances are beyond the control of Alliance. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including risks relating to the anticipated growth rates and market opportunities; changes in applicable laws or regulations; the ability of Alliance to execute its business model, including market acceptance of its systems and related services; Alliance’s reliance on a concentration of suppliers for its products and services; increases in Alliance’s costs, disruption of supply, or shortage of products and materials; Alliance’s dependence on a concentration of customers, and failure to add new customers or expand sales to Alliance’s existing customers; increased Alliance inventory and risk of obsolescence; Alliance’s significant amount of indebtedness; our ability to refinance our existing indebtedness; our ability to continue as a going concern absent access to sources of liquidity; risks that a breach of the revolving credit facility could result in the lender declaring a default and that the full outstanding amount under the revolving credit facility could be immediately due in full, which would have severe adverse consequences for the Company; known or future litigation and regulatory enforcement risks, including the diversion of time and attention and the additional costs and demands on Alliance’s resources; Alliance’s business being adversely affected by increased inflation, uncertainty regarding tariffs, higher interest rates and other adverse economic, business, and/or competitive factors; geopolitical risk and changes in applicable laws or regulations; as well as our financial condition and results of operations; substantial regulations, which are evolving, and unfavorable changes or failure by Alliance to comply with these regulations; product liability claims, which could harm Alliance’s financial condition and liquidity if Alliance is not able to successfully defend or insure against such claims; availability of additional capital to support business growth; and the inability of Alliance to develop and maintain effective internal controls.

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Newsmax (NMAX) – Recurring Revenue Mix Improves; EBITDA Outlook Strengthens

Posted on June 26, 2026June 26, 2026 by [email protected]

Friday, June 26, 2026

Michael Kupinski, Director of Research, Equity Research Analyst, Digital, Media & Technology , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

Jacob Mutchler, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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Strong operating momentum despite a challenging comparison. First-quarter revenue growth was driven by affiliate fee expansion, licensing growth, and improved distribution economics, while Newsmax maintained strong audience engagement with 30.4 million viewers and posted a 29% sequential increase in total viewership versus Q4 2025.

Meaningfully improving earnings outlook. We are raising our 2026 adjusted EBITDA estimate to a loss of $3.4 million, up from our prior estimate of $16.4 million. While our revenue outlook remains largely unchanged, the improved profitability reflects a more favorable revenue mix, lower operating expense assumptions, and increasing confidence in management’s execution.

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Release – Codere Online Announces 2026 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders

Posted on June 17, 2026June 17, 2026 by [email protected]

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Luxembourg, Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, June 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Codere Online Luxembourg, S.A. (Nasdaq: CDRO / CDROW) (the “Company” or “Codere Online”), a leading online gaming operator in Spain and Latin America, today announced that its 2026 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (“AGM”) will be held on June 30, 2026 at 1:00 PM CET at the registered office of the Company.

The convening notice of the AGM, including the agenda, proposed resolutions, and voting instructions, as well as a report from the Company’s board of directors for points 23 and 24 of the agenda are available on the Shareholders Meetings section of the Company’s website at codereonline.com and are being furnished to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Form 6-K.

Shareholders of record as of the close of business on June 11, 2026 are entitled to attend and vote at the meeting.

About Codere Online

Codere Online refers, collectively, to Codere Online Luxembourg, S.A. and its subsidiaries. Codere Online launched in 2014 as part of the renowned casino operator Codere Group. Codere Online offers online sports betting and online casino through its state-of-the art website and mobile applications. Codere currently operates in its core markets of Spain, Mexico, Colombia, Panama and Argentina. Codere Online’s online business is complemented by Codere Group’s physical presence throughout Latin America, forming the foundation of the leading omnichannel gaming and casino presence.

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Release – Media Play News Ranks Alliance Entertainment Among the Top Three U.S. Disc Retailers, Featuring CEO Jeff Walker on the Expanding Collector Economy

Posted on June 16, 2026June 16, 2026 by [email protected]

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PLANTATION, Fla., June 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Alliance Entertainment Holding Corporation (AENT), a leading distributor and omnichannel fulfillment partner to the entertainment and pop-culture collectibles industry, was featured in a Media Play News Retail Stories report about how e-commerce, collector behavior and merchandising strategies are driving growth in the home entertainment retail market. The publication’s ranking of U.S. disc retailers placed Alliance Entertainment among the top three nationally, citing its growing presence across independent retail channels.

Chief Executive Officer Jeff Walker highlighted the role of digital channels in shaping consumer discovery and purchasing behavior: “Online retail has become a primary discovery and purchase channel because it aligns naturally with how fans engage, explore and build their collections.”

Alliance Entertainment, which has consistently generated over $1 billion in annual revenue, also showcased its direct-to-consumer platforms, including the newly transformed Movies Unlimited, DeepDiscount.com and Critics’ Choice Video, which extend the Company’s distribution reach to collectors and enthusiasts across physical media categories.

Walker emphasized momentum across both physical retail and e-commerce channels, which saw net revenues grow 21% year over year in the fiscal third quarter ended March 31, 2026. “Physical retail remains essential,” he said, adding that “in-store delivers something digital cannot replicate – the immediacy and delight of discovery within a curated, trusted environment.”

Walker also cited rising demand for premium physical media formats – categories Alliance distributes directly. “4K UHD and Steelbook buyers are highly intentional collectors who value craftsmanship, presentation and owning the definitive version of a title,” he said. “For them, it is about pride, display and identity within fandom, where packaging and exclusivity matter as much as the content itself.” That distribution runs through Alliance Home Entertainment, the exclusive licensed distributor for Paramount Pictures and Amazon MGM Studios in North America, and the Company’s collector-focused e-commerce platforms.

The report underscores how Alliance Entertainment operates an integrated business model, bridging digital and physical channels to combine online accessibility with the merchandising strengths of brick-and-mortar retail.

The full feature is available here: https://www.mediaplaynews.com/retail-stories-2026/#click-to-collect

About Alliance Entertainment

Alliance Entertainment (NASDAQ: AENT) is a premier distributor and fulfillment partner for the entertainment and pop culture collectibles industry. With more than 340,000 unique in-stock SKUs, including over 57,300 exclusive titles across compact discs, vinyl LPs, DVDs, Blu-rays, and video games, Alliance offers the largest selection of physical media in the market. Our vast catalog also includes licensed merchandise, toys, retro gaming products, and collectibles, serving over 35,000 retail locations and powering e-commerce fulfillment for leading retailers. Alliance also owns and operates proprietary collectibles brands, including Handmade by Robots™, a stylized vinyl figure line featuring licensed characters from leading entertainment franchises, and Alliance Authentic™, a premium platform for authentic, certified, and individually numbered entertainment collectibles. In addition, Alliance operates Endstate Authentic, a dedicated NFC-enabled authentication and digital product identity platform supporting authenticated collectibles, resale, and brand protection. Leveraging decades of operational expertise, exclusive sourcing relationships, and a capital-light, scalable infrastructure, Alliance connects fans and collectors to the products, franchises, and experiences they value across formats and generations.

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Townsquare Media (TSQ) – Noble Virtual Conference Highlights

Posted on June 11, 2026June 11, 2026 by [email protected]

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Michael Kupinski, Director of Research, Equity Research Analyst, Digital, Media & Technology , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

George Proost, Research Intern, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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Conference highlights. On June 3rd, Bill Wilson, CEO, and Stuart Rosenstein, Executive Vice President and CFO, participated in a fireside chat at Noble’s virtual equity conference. The discussion focused on the company’s successful evolution into a digital-first local media powerhouse, highlighting strong performance in its digital segments, the strategic use of AI, and its commitment to shareholder returns through a significant dividend and debt reduction. A replay of the presentation is available here.

Favorable digital advertising outlook. Total digital advertising grew about 7% in Q1, and management stated that Q2 is pacing stronger, led by a programmatic platform that grew over 20% year over year and now represents roughly 65% of the segment. Connected and streaming TV is the fastest-growing channel, followed by social. Management expects the acceleration to continue through the back half of the year.

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Release – Snail Games Officially Launches Bellwright on Console and Unveiled New ARK Franchise Content at IGN Live 2026

Posted on June 10, 2026June 10, 2026 by [email protected]

June 10, 2026 at 8:30 AM EDT

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CULVER CITY, Calif., June 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Snail, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNAL) (“Snail Games” or the “Company”), a leading global independent developer and publisher of interactive digital entertainment, celebrates the launch of Bellwright on PlayStation and Xbox, extending one of the Company’s most successful recent titles to a broader audience and advancing its strategy of growing franchise reach through multi-platform distribution.

Bellwright is now available on PlayStation and Xbox, providing console players access to the open-world kingdom-building survival RPG that has already established a strong following on Steam.

Since its Early Access launch on Steam, Bellwright has achieved:

Over 1 million lifetime units sold
Over 46.4 million playtime hours
‘Very Positive’ Steam rating based on over 18,000 user reviews globally.

Bellwright has been specifically optimized for consoles, with enhancements designed for large screen play and streamlined controls tailored to console audiences. The release broadens the game’s accessibility and positions the title to reach a wider segment of players beyond the PC market. As Snail Games continues to invest in both emerging and established franchises, the Company remains focused on expanding audience reach through platform growth, community engagement, and strategic content initiatives.

Bellwright’s console launch follows a strong weekend for Snail Games at IGN Live 2026. The Company showcased both Bellwright and the ARK franchise to thousands of attendees, media outlets, content creators, and industry partners. Bellwright was featured through developer interviews and a branded experiential activation that included a themed axe-throwing booth inspired by the game’s medieval setting. The title’s development team engaged directly with attendees to discuss the game’s evolution, future roadmap, and debuted a new trailer for the upcoming console release.

Alongside Bellwright, Studio Wildcard’s co-founder and ARK franchise co-creative director Jeremy Stieglitz took the stage at IGN Live to unveil a teaser for ARK Maker, a creation tool designed to expand community-generated content opportunities within the ARK ecosystem. Stieglitz also shared new details about ARK: The Animated Series, highlighting the continued expansion of the ARK universe ahead of Part 2’s return to Paramount+. With momentum continuing across the franchise, fans can stay tuned for even more ARK news later this month as Tides of Fortune and Genesis Ascended Part One prepare to launch.

Snail Games’ presence at IGN Live reflects its strategy to leverage major industry events to increase franchise awareness, strengthen community engagement, and support upcoming product launches across its portfolio.

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The Beachbody Company (BODI) – Noble Virtual Conference Highlights

Posted on June 10, 2026June 10, 2026 by [email protected]

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Noble Virtual Conference. On June 3rd, the company presented at the Noble Virtual Conference. The presentation, conducted by Mark Goldston, Executive Chairman, and Brad Ramberg, CFO, highlighted the completion of its operational turnaround, a favorable product pipeline, and expanded distribution of its nutritional products in brick-and-mortar locations. A replay of the presentation is available here.

Enhanced Operating Model. Notably, over the past several years, the company has significantly lowered its revenue break-even level from $900 million in 2022 to roughly $180 million today. The improvement was largely driven by SG&A optimization and the elimination of multi-level marketing sales costs. The new model offers enhanced operating leverage, enabling profitability at lower revenue levels and improving its long-term outlook.

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Snail (SNAL) – Noble Virtual Conference Highlights

Posted on June 10, 2026June 10, 2026 by [email protected]

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Noble Virtual Conference. On June 3rd, Heidi Chow, CFO, and Peter Lin, Senior Manager FP&A, presented at the Noble Virtual Conference. The presentation highlighted strong Q1 operating results, a return to profitability, continued engagement on its core franchise, a busy 2026 release roadmap, and the advancement of its digital assets strategy. A replay of the presentation is available here.

ARK Franchise Durability. The ARK franchise is the company’s primary engine for engagement and monetization. Since its launch, it has produced roughly $1 billion in revenue, surpassed 113 million installs, and accumulated 4.4 billion hours of gameplay. Furthermore, the company highlighted new content releases as a driver of player engagement, with 42% of players averaging 376 hours of total playtime and a 57% lifetime paid DLC conversion rate.

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Release – Alliance Entertainment Celebrates Three AMPED Distribution Executives Named to Billboard’s 2026 Indie Power Players List

Posted on June 9, 2026June 9, 2026 by [email protected]

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PLANTATION, Fla., June 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Alliance Entertainment Holding Corporation (Nasdaq: AENT), the world’s largest music distributor and a leading fulfillment partner to the entertainment and pop-culture collectibles industry, today announced that three executives from its AMPED Distribution division have been recognized by Billboard as part of its prestigious 2026 Indie Power Players list, which honors the most influential executives and companies shaping the independent music sector.

The AMPED Distribution executives recognized by Billboard include:

Dean Tabaac, Senior Vice President, AMPED Distribution
Jocelynn Pryor, Vice President of Marketing, AMPED Distribution
Pip Smith, Vice President of Sales/General Manager, AMPED Distribution

The annual Billboard Indie Power Players issue recognizes leaders across independent labels, distributors, and music organizations that are driving growth, innovation, and artist success throughout the independent music ecosystem. The 2026 edition will be distributed during the Indie Power Players event on June 9 in New York City as part of Indie Week festivities.

“Having three members of the AMPED leadership team recognized by Billboard is a tremendous honor and a reflection of the impact AMPED continues to have across the independent music community,” said Jeff Walker, Chief Executive Officer of Alliance Entertainment. “Dean, Jocelynn, and Pip have been instrumental in building AMPED over the past thirteen years into one of the industry’s leading independent music distribution platforms. Their leadership has helped drive significant growth for the business, and this recognition underscores the strength of the AMPED team and the value they continue to create for independent labels, artists, and retail partners worldwide.”

AMPED Distribution, an Alliance Entertainment company, supports a diverse roster of independent music partners across physical and digital channels.

“This recognition reflects the dedication of our entire team and the trust that independent labels and artists place in AMPED every day,” said Dean Tabaac, Senior Vice President of AMPED Distribution. “As demand for physical music continues to grow, particularly in vinyl and CD formats, we remain committed to helping our partners reach fans through every available channel. Our focus has always been on delivering personalized service, deep retail relationships, and innovative marketing solutions that help independent music thrive in an increasingly competitive marketplace.”

Founded in 2013, AMPED Distribution has grown into a leading provider of distribution, marketing, sales, and technology services for independent labels and artists. The business has experienced strong momentum during the first nine months of fiscal 2026, with revenue increasing 39% year-over-year, driven by continued growth in physical music sales, expanding demand from independent retail channels, and increasing market share across vinyl and CD formats. AMPED’s physical-first strategy differentiates the company within the independent music sector, where many competitors remain primarily focused on digital streaming distribution.

The Billboard recognition further highlights Alliance Entertainment’s expanding role in the music industry and the growing importance of physical music formats within the broader entertainment ecosystem. Through AMPED Distribution and Alliance’s industry-leading distribution and fulfillment infrastructure, the Company supports thousands of music releases annually while helping independent labels, artists, and retailers capitalize on continued consumer demand for vinyl records, CDs, and collectible music products.

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