Esports Entertainment Group Named Official Esports Tournament Provider of the New York Rangers

 

Esports Gaming League will Host Three Rangers-Themed Esports Tournaments

 

Esports Entertainment Group Named Official Esports Tournament Provider of the New York Rangers

 

Esports Gaming League will Host Three Rangers-Themed Esports Tournaments

 

FAT Brands Inc. Announces Pricing of Public Offering of Series B Cumulative Preferred Stock

 

Beverly Hills, CA, June 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT, FATBP, FATBW), a leading global franchising company and parent company of iconic brands including Fatburger, Johnny Rockets, and seven other restaurant concepts, today announced the pricing of an underwritten public offering of 400,000 shares of 8.25% Series B Cumulative Preferred Stock at a price to the public of $20.00 per share.

The gross proceeds to the Company are expected to be $8,000,000 prior to deducting underwriting discounts and estimated offering expenses. The Company has also granted to the underwriters a 45-day option to acquire an additional 60,000 shares of 8.25% Series B Cumulative Preferred Stock to cover over-allotments, if any.

The offering is expected to close on June 22, 2021, subject to customary closing conditions.

FAT Brands Inc. intends to use the net proceeds of the offering for general corporate purposes and possible future acquisitions and growth opportunities.

ThinkEquity, a division of Fordham Financial Management, Inc., is acting as sole book-running manager for the offering. Digital Offering, LLC is acting as financial advisor for the offering.

This offering is being made pursuant to a registration statement on Form S-1 (No. 333- 256344), as amended, previously filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) and subsequently declared effective on June 17, 2021. A preliminary prospectus describing the terms of the proposed offering has been filed with the SEC and is available on the SEC’s website located at http://www.sec.gov. A final prospectus related to the proposed offering will be filed and made available on the SEC’s website. Electronic copies of the final prospectus may be obtained, when available, from ThinkEquity, a division of Fordham Financial Management, Inc., 17 State Street, 22nd Floor, New York, New York 10004, Telephone: (877) 436-3673, Email: prospectus@think-equity.com.

The press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any of the securities described herein, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.

About FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands
FAT Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT, FATBP, FATBW) (the Company) is a leading global franchising company that strategically acquires, markets and develops fast casual and casual dining restaurant concepts around the world. The Company currently owns nine restaurant brands: Fatburger, Johnny Rockets, Buffalo’s Cafe, Buffalo’s Express, Hurricane Grill & Wings, Elevation Burger, Yalla Mediterranean and Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses, and franchises approximately 700 units worldwide. For more information, please visit www.fatbrands.com.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are subject to significant business, economic and competitive risks, uncertainties and contingencies including, but not limited to, uncertainties surrounding the severity, duration and effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, many of which are difficult to predict and beyond our control, which could cause our actual results to differ materially from the results expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements. We refer you to the documents we file from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission, such as our reports on Form 10-K, Form 10-Q and Form 8-K, for a discussion of these and other risks, uncertainties and contingencies. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this press release.

Investor Relations:
ICR
Lynne Collier
IR-FATBrands@icrinc.com
646-430-2216

Media Relations:
JConnelly
Erin Mandzik
emandzik@jconnelly.com
862-246-9911

Source: FAT Brands Inc.

 

Esports Entertainment Group Launches InVIE Esports Tournament Series with Dota 2 Season 1 in South America

 

15-team CS:GO InVIE tournament planned for early July

InVIE series provides key brand positioning and activation for VIE.bet platform

Newark, New Jersey–(Newsfile Corp. – June 18, 2021) – Esports Entertainment Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: GMBL) (NASDAQ: GMBLW) (or the “Company”), an esports entertainment and online gambling company, is pleased to announce the launch of its InVIE esports tournament series.

The debut event, InVIE Dota 2 Season 1, kicks off this weekend, June 19-21, in South America. Four of the top South American Dota 2 teams will compete in this inaugural event which will be streamed live in five languages. With Dota 2, The International qualifiers starting next week, they are expecting to reach 250,000 collective fans of the teams taking part in this event.

VIE, Esports Entertainment Group’s betting platform, is the official host of the InVIE series, and the platform’s branding and odds will be displayed to viewers throughout the tournament. VIE has partnered with Live Media Esports Entertainment, one of the most innovative and renowned esports production company in Latin America, for operational and logistics support of the InVIE series.

“We are working with select South American esports organizations and partners to further strengthen our brand in a key region for us,” says Bux Syed, Director of VIE. “By launching our own branded tournament series, InVIE, we gain the brand positioning and activation we need, while enabling us to provide strongly deserved support to local esports scenes.”

VIE plans to host its first InVIE CS:GO event in July with 15 teams from Brazil, Peru, and Argentina competing for a $15,000 prize pool, one of the largest CS:GO prize pools for any South American-only event. More info to be released soon.

The Latin American esports market is the third largest globally and growing more than 17% annually.

About Esports Entertainment Group

Esports Entertainment Group is a full stack esports and online gambling company fueled by the growth of video-gaming and the ascendance of esports with new generations. Our mission is to help connect the world at large with the future of sports entertainment in unique and enriching ways that bring fans and gamers together. Esports Entertainment Group and its affiliates are well-poised to help fans and players to stay connected and involved with their favorite esports. From traditional sports partnerships with professional NFL/NHL/NBA/FIFA teams, community-focused tournaments in a wide range of esports, and boots-on-the-ground LAN cafes, EEG has influence over the full-spectrum of esports and gaming at all levels. The Company maintains offices in New Jersey, the UK and Malta. For more information visit www.esportsentertainmentgroup.com.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

The information contained herein includes forward-looking statements. These statements relate to future events or to our future financial performance, and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause our actual results, levels of activity, performance, or achievements to be materially different from any future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements since they involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which are, in some cases, beyond our control and which could, and likely will, materially affect actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements. Any forward-looking statement reflects our current views with respect to future events and is subject to these and other risks, uncertainties and assumptions relating to our operations, results of operations, growth strategy and liquidity. We assume no obligation to publicly update or revise these forward-looking statements for any reason, or to update the reasons actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements, even if new information becomes available in the future. The safe harbor for forward-looking statements contained in the Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 protects companies from liability for their forward-looking statements if they comply with the requirements of the Act.

Contact:

U.S. Investor Relations
RedChip Companies, Inc.
Dave Gentry
407-491-4498
dave@redchip.com

Media & Investor Relations Inquiries
www.esportsentertainmentgroup.com

 

Esports Entertainment Group Launches InVIE Esports Tournament Series with Dota 2 Season 1 in South America

 

15-team CS:GO InVIE tournament planned for early July

InVIE series provides key brand positioning and activation for VIE.bet platform

Newark, New Jersey–(Newsfile Corp. – June 18, 2021) – Esports Entertainment Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: GMBL) (NASDAQ: GMBLW) (or the “Company”), an esports entertainment and online gambling company, is pleased to announce the launch of its InVIE esports tournament series.

The debut event, InVIE Dota 2 Season 1, kicks off this weekend, June 19-21, in South America. Four of the top South American Dota 2 teams will compete in this inaugural event which will be streamed live in five languages. With Dota 2, The International qualifiers starting next week, they are expecting to reach 250,000 collective fans of the teams taking part in this event.

VIE, Esports Entertainment Group’s betting platform, is the official host of the InVIE series, and the platform’s branding and odds will be displayed to viewers throughout the tournament. VIE has partnered with Live Media Esports Entertainment, one of the most innovative and renowned esports production company in Latin America, for operational and logistics support of the InVIE series.

“We are working with select South American esports organizations and partners to further strengthen our brand in a key region for us,” says Bux Syed, Director of VIE. “By launching our own branded tournament series, InVIE, we gain the brand positioning and activation we need, while enabling us to provide strongly deserved support to local esports scenes.”

VIE plans to host its first InVIE CS:GO event in July with 15 teams from Brazil, Peru, and Argentina competing for a $15,000 prize pool, one of the largest CS:GO prize pools for any South American-only event. More info to be released soon.

The Latin American esports market is the third largest globally and growing more than 17% annually.

About Esports Entertainment Group

Esports Entertainment Group is a full stack esports and online gambling company fueled by the growth of video-gaming and the ascendance of esports with new generations. Our mission is to help connect the world at large with the future of sports entertainment in unique and enriching ways that bring fans and gamers together. Esports Entertainment Group and its affiliates are well-poised to help fans and players to stay connected and involved with their favorite esports. From traditional sports partnerships with professional NFL/NHL/NBA/FIFA teams, community-focused tournaments in a wide range of esports, and boots-on-the-ground LAN cafes, EEG has influence over the full-spectrum of esports and gaming at all levels. The Company maintains offices in New Jersey, the UK and Malta. For more information visit www.esportsentertainmentgroup.com.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

The information contained herein includes forward-looking statements. These statements relate to future events or to our future financial performance, and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause our actual results, levels of activity, performance, or achievements to be materially different from any future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements since they involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which are, in some cases, beyond our control and which could, and likely will, materially affect actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements. Any forward-looking statement reflects our current views with respect to future events and is subject to these and other risks, uncertainties and assumptions relating to our operations, results of operations, growth strategy and liquidity. We assume no obligation to publicly update or revise these forward-looking statements for any reason, or to update the reasons actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements, even if new information becomes available in the future. The safe harbor for forward-looking statements contained in the Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 protects companies from liability for their forward-looking statements if they comply with the requirements of the Act.

Contact:

U.S. Investor Relations
RedChip Companies, Inc.
Dave Gentry
407-491-4498
dave@redchip.com

Media & Investor Relations Inquiries
www.esportsentertainmentgroup.com

 

FAT Brands Inc. Announces Pricing of Public Offering of Series B Cumulative Preferred Stock

 

Beverly Hills, CA, June 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT, FATBP, FATBW), a leading global franchising company and parent company of iconic brands including Fatburger, Johnny Rockets, and seven other restaurant concepts, today announced the pricing of an underwritten public offering of 400,000 shares of 8.25% Series B Cumulative Preferred Stock at a price to the public of $20.00 per share.

The gross proceeds to the Company are expected to be $8,000,000 prior to deducting underwriting discounts and estimated offering expenses. The Company has also granted to the underwriters a 45-day option to acquire an additional 60,000 shares of 8.25% Series B Cumulative Preferred Stock to cover over-allotments, if any.

The offering is expected to close on June 22, 2021, subject to customary closing conditions.

FAT Brands Inc. intends to use the net proceeds of the offering for general corporate purposes and possible future acquisitions and growth opportunities.

ThinkEquity, a division of Fordham Financial Management, Inc., is acting as sole book-running manager for the offering. Digital Offering, LLC is acting as financial advisor for the offering.

This offering is being made pursuant to a registration statement on Form S-1 (No. 333- 256344), as amended, previously filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) and subsequently declared effective on June 17, 2021. A preliminary prospectus describing the terms of the proposed offering has been filed with the SEC and is available on the SEC’s website located at http://www.sec.gov. A final prospectus related to the proposed offering will be filed and made available on the SEC’s website. Electronic copies of the final prospectus may be obtained, when available, from ThinkEquity, a division of Fordham Financial Management, Inc., 17 State Street, 22nd Floor, New York, New York 10004, Telephone: (877) 436-3673, Email: prospectus@think-equity.com.

The press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any of the securities described herein, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.

About FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands
FAT Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT, FATBP, FATBW) (the Company) is a leading global franchising company that strategically acquires, markets and develops fast casual and casual dining restaurant concepts around the world. The Company currently owns nine restaurant brands: Fatburger, Johnny Rockets, Buffalo’s Cafe, Buffalo’s Express, Hurricane Grill & Wings, Elevation Burger, Yalla Mediterranean and Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses, and franchises approximately 700 units worldwide. For more information, please visit www.fatbrands.com.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are subject to significant business, economic and competitive risks, uncertainties and contingencies including, but not limited to, uncertainties surrounding the severity, duration and effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, many of which are difficult to predict and beyond our control, which could cause our actual results to differ materially from the results expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements. We refer you to the documents we file from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission, such as our reports on Form 10-K, Form 10-Q and Form 8-K, for a discussion of these and other risks, uncertainties and contingencies. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this press release.

Investor Relations:
ICR
Lynne Collier
IR-FATBrands@icrinc.com
646-430-2216

Media Relations:
JConnelly
Erin Mandzik
emandzik@jconnelly.com
862-246-9911

Source: FAT Brands Inc.

Namaste Technologies Provides Corporate Update

 

TORONTO, June 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Namaste Technologies Inc. (“Namaste” or the “Company”) (TSXV: N) (FRANKFURT: M5BQ) (OTCMKTS: NXTTF) a marketplace platform for cannabis and wellness products, is pleased to provide the following corporate updates:

550+ New SKUs on CannMart.com

Namaste is very excited to announce that it is presently receiving a record amount of requests from vendors across North America to list their products onto the CannMart.com platform. This validation is a clear statement from an increasing amount of vendors that the CannMart.com marketplace platform can make a valuable differentiated distribution channel which has resulted in over 550 SKUs launched in the last three months including items from these popular brands:

In Canada we have launched SKUs from the following brands:

• Bello Vapor Tap – The world’s first vapor tap
• Emprise – A wide range of proprietary water-soluble nano-emulsion oils and sprays
• Heritage Cannabis – Industry leader in cannabinoid extractions and CPG innovations
• Kalaya – Medically directed, health and beauty care brand that uses problem-solution based formulations
• KUSHKRAFT – Embracing the rich history of cannabis by integrating its vast culture into the licensed market
• Lumiera Health – Awaye^TM – A non-regulated cannabinoid derived topical cream for the potential treatment of joint and muscle pain

In the USA we have further expanded our platform with the addition of SKUs from the following brands:

• 7NRG – World’s first fully recyclable sports nutrition shake that combines energy and protein powders with hemp derived CBD
• CBD For The People – A hemp derived CBD flower producer
• Martha Stewart CBD – Combining gourmet flavors with state-of-the-art hemp derived CBD isolate
• Kine Industries – Sublingual products infused with the highest quality hemp derived CBD and CBG extracted from industrial hemp that contain no THC, and are vegan and gluten free
• FullBodyZen – a vertically integrated hemp derived CBD / CBG / Hemp / Melatonin Supplier
• Shine Brands – Parent company of Shine Papers is the inventor of the world’s first 24K gold rolling paper

Namaste Corporate Makes Move to Virtual Office Permanent:

The Company has successfully subleased its Toronto office location until expiry of its lease on October 30, 2024 such that all corporate staff now work virtually from anywhere in the world.

“We are a global company that hires the best talent irrespective of their location,” said Meni Morim, CEO of Namaste. “Furthermore, we are committed to reducing our carbon footprint as part of developing Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) plans, appreciating that ESG is increasing in importance to all stakeholders.”

This strategic and sustainable decision will also save the Company approximately $138,000 annually.

Award Grants:

The Board of Directors and its compensation committee consulted with independent industry experts to best determine the overall remuneration package to stay competitive in the marketplace and to attract and retain top-tier talent. Long term incentive program benchmarks, including option and RSU grants, were established from peer companies with comparable market capitalization, operating not only within the cannabis sector, but in similar and adjacent sectors, and compared against historical grants and standards. Long term incentives that vest over multiple years tie individual success with the long-term success of the Company without impacting cash resources.

To that end, the Board of Directors yesterday approved, effective after market close, the grant of an aggregate of 311,250 stock options to officers and a consultant of the Company, which are exercisable into common shares of Namaste at a price of $0.25 per common share, having previously granted on May 6, 2021, 735,800 stock options to non-officer employees and a consultant of the Company, in accordance with the rules of the TSX Venture Exchange and the Company’s Stock Option Plan. The stock options granted to officers and employees have a term of four years in equal tranches every six months over three years from the applicable grant date and will expire on June 13, 2025 and May 5, 2025 respectively.

In addition, at the same time, the Board of Directors approved the grant of 311,250 restricted share unit awards (“RSUs”) in favour of officers and a consultant of the Company thereby reserving 311,250 commons shares for issuance in connection therewith, having previously granted on May 6, 2021, 535,800 RSUs in favour of non-officer employees in the Company, all in accordance with the rules of the TSX Venture Exchange and the Company’s Restricted Share Unit Plan adopted by the shareholders at the Company’s last AGM. The RSUs granted to officers and employees vest in equal tranches every six months over three years from the date of their respective grants.

For further information on Namaste’s public disclosure, consult the Company’s issuer profile on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.

About Namaste Technologies Inc.
Namaste Technologies is a marketplace platform for cannabis and wellness products. At CannMart.com, the Company provides Canadian medical customers with a diverse selection of hand-picked products from a multitude of federally licensed cultivators and US customers with access to hemp-derived CBD and smoking accessories. The Company also distributes licensed and in-house branded cannabis and cannabis derived products in Canada through a number of provincial government control boards and retailing bodies and facilitates licensed cannabis retailer sales online in Saskatchewan. Namaste’s global technology and continuous innovation address local needs in a burgeoning cannabis industry requiring smart solutions.

Information on the Company and its many products can be accessed through the links below:

NamasteTechnologies.com

NamasteMD.com

Cannmart.com

For more information please contact:
Namaste Technologies Inc.
Meni Morim, CEO
Edward Miller, VP Investor Relations
Ph: 647-362-0390
Email: ir@namastetechnologies.com

Source: Namaste Technologies Inc

FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION – This news release contains “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable securities laws. All statements contained herein that are not historical in nature contain forward-looking information. Forward-looking information can be identified by words or phrases such as “may”, “expect”, “likely”, “should”, “would”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “intend”, “potential”, “proposed”, “estimate”, “believe” or the negative of these terms, or other similar words, expressions and grammatical variations thereof, or statements that certain events or conditions “may” or “will” happen.

The forward-looking information contained herein, are made as of the date of this press release and are based on assumptions management believed to be reasonable at the time such statements were made. While we consider these assumptions to be reasonable based on information currently available to management, there is no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. By its nature, forward-looking information is subject to inherent risks and uncertainties that may be general or specific and which give rise to the possibility that expectations, forecasts, predictions, projections or conclusions will not prove to be accurate, that assumptions may not be correct and that objectives, strategic goals and priorities will not be achieved. A variety of factors, including known and unknown risks, many of which are beyond our control, could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking information in this press release. Such factors include, without limitation: the Company’s ability to successfully operate everywhere in a virtual environment. Additional risk factors can also be found in the Company’s current MD&A and annual information form, both of which have been filed under the Company’s SEDAR profile at www.sedar.com. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking information. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law. Forward-looking statements contained in this news release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release or has in any way approved or disapproved of the contents of this press release.

Source: Namaste Technologies Inc.

Namaste Technologies Provides Corporate Update

 

TORONTO, June 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Namaste Technologies Inc. (“Namaste” or the “Company”) (TSXV: N) (FRANKFURT: M5BQ) (OTCMKTS: NXTTF) a marketplace platform for cannabis and wellness products, is pleased to provide the following corporate updates:

550+ New SKUs on CannMart.com

Namaste is very excited to announce that it is presently receiving a record amount of requests from vendors across North America to list their products onto the CannMart.com platform. This validation is a clear statement from an increasing amount of vendors that the CannMart.com marketplace platform can make a valuable differentiated distribution channel which has resulted in over 550 SKUs launched in the last three months including items from these popular brands:

In Canada we have launched SKUs from the following brands:

• Bello Vapor Tap – The world’s first vapor tap
• Emprise – A wide range of proprietary water-soluble nano-emulsion oils and sprays
• Heritage Cannabis – Industry leader in cannabinoid extractions and CPG innovations
• Kalaya – Medically directed, health and beauty care brand that uses problem-solution based formulations
• KUSHKRAFT – Embracing the rich history of cannabis by integrating its vast culture into the licensed market
• Lumiera Health – Awaye^TM – A non-regulated cannabinoid derived topical cream for the potential treatment of joint and muscle pain

In the USA we have further expanded our platform with the addition of SKUs from the following brands:

• 7NRG – World’s first fully recyclable sports nutrition shake that combines energy and protein powders with hemp derived CBD
• CBD For The People – A hemp derived CBD flower producer
• Martha Stewart CBD – Combining gourmet flavors with state-of-the-art hemp derived CBD isolate
• Kine Industries – Sublingual products infused with the highest quality hemp derived CBD and CBG extracted from industrial hemp that contain no THC, and are vegan and gluten free
• FullBodyZen – a vertically integrated hemp derived CBD / CBG / Hemp / Melatonin Supplier
• Shine Brands – Parent company of Shine Papers is the inventor of the world’s first 24K gold rolling paper

Namaste Corporate Makes Move to Virtual Office Permanent:

The Company has successfully subleased its Toronto office location until expiry of its lease on October 30, 2024 such that all corporate staff now work virtually from anywhere in the world.

“We are a global company that hires the best talent irrespective of their location,” said Meni Morim, CEO of Namaste. “Furthermore, we are committed to reducing our carbon footprint as part of developing Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) plans, appreciating that ESG is increasing in importance to all stakeholders.”

This strategic and sustainable decision will also save the Company approximately $138,000 annually.

Award Grants:

The Board of Directors and its compensation committee consulted with independent industry experts to best determine the overall remuneration package to stay competitive in the marketplace and to attract and retain top-tier talent. Long term incentive program benchmarks, including option and RSU grants, were established from peer companies with comparable market capitalization, operating not only within the cannabis sector, but in similar and adjacent sectors, and compared against historical grants and standards. Long term incentives that vest over multiple years tie individual success with the long-term success of the Company without impacting cash resources.

To that end, the Board of Directors yesterday approved, effective after market close, the grant of an aggregate of 311,250 stock options to officers and a consultant of the Company, which are exercisable into common shares of Namaste at a price of $0.25 per common share, having previously granted on May 6, 2021, 735,800 stock options to non-officer employees and a consultant of the Company, in accordance with the rules of the TSX Venture Exchange and the Company’s Stock Option Plan. The stock options granted to officers and employees have a term of four years in equal tranches every six months over three years from the applicable grant date and will expire on June 13, 2025 and May 5, 2025 respectively.

In addition, at the same time, the Board of Directors approved the grant of 311,250 restricted share unit awards (“RSUs”) in favour of officers and a consultant of the Company thereby reserving 311,250 commons shares for issuance in connection therewith, having previously granted on May 6, 2021, 535,800 RSUs in favour of non-officer employees in the Company, all in accordance with the rules of the TSX Venture Exchange and the Company’s Restricted Share Unit Plan adopted by the shareholders at the Company’s last AGM. The RSUs granted to officers and employees vest in equal tranches every six months over three years from the date of their respective grants.

For further information on Namaste’s public disclosure, consult the Company’s issuer profile on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.

About Namaste Technologies Inc.
Namaste Technologies is a marketplace platform for cannabis and wellness products. At CannMart.com, the Company provides Canadian medical customers with a diverse selection of hand-picked products from a multitude of federally licensed cultivators and US customers with access to hemp-derived CBD and smoking accessories. The Company also distributes licensed and in-house branded cannabis and cannabis derived products in Canada through a number of provincial government control boards and retailing bodies and facilitates licensed cannabis retailer sales online in Saskatchewan. Namaste’s global technology and continuous innovation address local needs in a burgeoning cannabis industry requiring smart solutions.

Information on the Company and its many products can be accessed through the links below:

NamasteTechnologies.com

NamasteMD.com

Cannmart.com

For more information please contact:
Namaste Technologies Inc.
Meni Morim, CEO
Edward Miller, VP Investor Relations
Ph: 647-362-0390
Email: ir@namastetechnologies.com

Source: Namaste Technologies Inc

FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION – This news release contains “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable securities laws. All statements contained herein that are not historical in nature contain forward-looking information. Forward-looking information can be identified by words or phrases such as “may”, “expect”, “likely”, “should”, “would”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “intend”, “potential”, “proposed”, “estimate”, “believe” or the negative of these terms, or other similar words, expressions and grammatical variations thereof, or statements that certain events or conditions “may” or “will” happen.

The forward-looking information contained herein, are made as of the date of this press release and are based on assumptions management believed to be reasonable at the time such statements were made. While we consider these assumptions to be reasonable based on information currently available to management, there is no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. By its nature, forward-looking information is subject to inherent risks and uncertainties that may be general or specific and which give rise to the possibility that expectations, forecasts, predictions, projections or conclusions will not prove to be accurate, that assumptions may not be correct and that objectives, strategic goals and priorities will not be achieved. A variety of factors, including known and unknown risks, many of which are beyond our control, could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking information in this press release. Such factors include, without limitation: the Company’s ability to successfully operate everywhere in a virtual environment. Additional risk factors can also be found in the Company’s current MD&A and annual information form, both of which have been filed under the Company’s SEDAR profile at www.sedar.com. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking information. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law. Forward-looking statements contained in this news release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release or has in any way approved or disapproved of the contents of this press release.

Source: Namaste Technologies Inc.

 

Esports Entertainment Group Makes Strategic Push into Ohio; Testifies in Front of Senate Select Committee on Gaming

 

Newark, New Jersey–(Newsfile Corp. – June 11, 2021) – Esports Entertainment Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: GMBL) (NASDAQ: GMBLW) (or the “Company”) is proud to announce that over the past week two executives, CFO Dan Marks and VP of Strategy Jeff Cohen, have been invited to testify in front of the Ohio State Senate Select Committee on Gaming as advocates for the esports industry. As a result of their testimony, as well as testimony from Jonah Blake of Game Fund Partners, and the Committee’s recognition of esports as a major area of interest for the state of Ohio, the current proposed Senate Sports Wagering Sub Bill 176 includes esports as an eligible sport to be wagered upon.

“Ohio’s recognition of esports and its inclusion in Sub Bill 176 is a major step forward for both EEG as well as the entire esports industry,” commented Grant Johnson, CEO of Esports Entertainment Group. “This, in addition to the recent announcement of our partnership with the Cleveland Cavaliers, solidifies Ohio as a strategic gaming jurisdiction for EEG,” continued Johnson. “We intend to build several Helix Centers as well as bring our Vie esports betting platform and look to form additional partnerships with major sports organizations in the state. We look forward to working with the Ohio legislature and our strategic partners to create a robust gaming ecosystem in the state. We believe Ohio can form a model for innovation and investment in esports that other states will follow.”

See below for links to the testimonies:

www.ohiochannel.org/video/ohio-senate-select-committee-on-gaming-6-2-2021

www.ohiochannel.org/video/ohio-senate-select-committee-on-gaming-6-10-2021

*EEG testimony starts 8 mins in*

About Esports Entertainment Group

Esports Entertainment Group, Inc. is an esports and iGaming company. The Company maintains offices in New Jersey, the UK and Malta. For more information visit www.esportsentertainmentgroup.com.

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Contact:

U.S. Investor Relations
RedChip Companies, Inc.
Dave Gentry
407-491-4498

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Media & Investor Relations
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The information contained herein is not intended to be used as the basis for investment decisions and should not be construed as advice intended to meet the particular investment needs of any investor. The information contained herein is not a representation or warranty and is not an offer or solicitation of an offer to buy or sell any security. To the fullest extent of the law, RedChip Companies, Inc., our specialists, advisors, and partners will not be liable to any person or entity for the quality, accuracy, completeness, reliability or timeliness of the information provided, or for any direct, indirect, consequential, incidental, special or punitive damages that may arise out of the use of information provided to any person or entity (including but not limited to lost profits, loss of opportunities, trading losses and damages that may result from any inaccuracy or incompleteness of this information).

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We strongly encourage all investors to conduct their own research before making any investment decision. For more information on stock market investing, visit the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) at www.sec.gov.

Esports Entertainment Group, Inc. (GMBL) is a client of RedChip Companies, Inc. GMBL agreed to pay RedChip Companies, Inc. a $4,000 monthly cash fee, beginning in June 2018, and 225,000 shares of Rule 144 stock for RedChip investor awareness services.

Investor awareness services and programs are designed to help small-cap companies communicate their investment characteristics. RedChip investor awareness services include the preparation of a research profile(s), multimedia marketing, and other awareness services.

 

Esports Entertainment Group Makes Strategic Push into Ohio; Testifies in Front of Senate Select Committee on Gaming

 

Newark, New Jersey–(Newsfile Corp. – June 11, 2021) – Esports Entertainment Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: GMBL) (NASDAQ: GMBLW) (or the “Company”) is proud to announce that over the past week two executives, CFO Dan Marks and VP of Strategy Jeff Cohen, have been invited to testify in front of the Ohio State Senate Select Committee on Gaming as advocates for the esports industry. As a result of their testimony, as well as testimony from Jonah Blake of Game Fund Partners, and the Committee’s recognition of esports as a major area of interest for the state of Ohio, the current proposed Senate Sports Wagering Sub Bill 176 includes esports as an eligible sport to be wagered upon.

“Ohio’s recognition of esports and its inclusion in Sub Bill 176 is a major step forward for both EEG as well as the entire esports industry,” commented Grant Johnson, CEO of Esports Entertainment Group. “This, in addition to the recent announcement of our partnership with the Cleveland Cavaliers, solidifies Ohio as a strategic gaming jurisdiction for EEG,” continued Johnson. “We intend to build several Helix Centers as well as bring our Vie esports betting platform and look to form additional partnerships with major sports organizations in the state. We look forward to working with the Ohio legislature and our strategic partners to create a robust gaming ecosystem in the state. We believe Ohio can form a model for innovation and investment in esports that other states will follow.”

See below for links to the testimonies:

www.ohiochannel.org/video/ohio-senate-select-committee-on-gaming-6-2-2021

www.ohiochannel.org/video/ohio-senate-select-committee-on-gaming-6-10-2021

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About Esports Entertainment Group

Esports Entertainment Group, Inc. is an esports and iGaming company. The Company maintains offices in New Jersey, the UK and Malta. For more information visit www.esportsentertainmentgroup.com.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

The information contained herein includes forward-looking statements. These statements relate to future events or to our future financial performance, and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause our actual results, levels of activity, performance, or achievements to be materially different from any future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements since they involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which are, in some cases, beyond our control and which could, and likely will, materially affect actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements. Any forward-looking statement reflects our current views with respect to future events and is subject to these and other risks, uncertainties and assumptions relating to our operations, results of operations, growth strategy and liquidity. We assume no obligation to publicly update or revise these forward-looking statements for any reason, or to update the reasons actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements, even if new information becomes available in the future. The safe harbor for forward-looking statements contained in the Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 protects companies from liability for their forward-looking statements if they comply with the requirements of the Act.

Contact:

U.S. Investor Relations
RedChip Companies, Inc.
Dave Gentry
407-491-4498

dave@redchip.com

Media & Investor Relations
Inquiries
Jeff@esportsentertainmentgroup.com

 

Disclosure:
RedChip Companies, Inc. research reports, company profiles and other investor relations materials, publications or presentations, including web content, are based on data obtained from sources we believe to be reliable but are not guaranteed as to accuracy and are not purported to be complete. As such, the information should not be construed as advice designed to meet the particular investment needs of any investor. Any opinions expressed in RedChip reports, company profiles, or other investor relations materials and presentations are subject to change. RedChip Companies and its affiliates may buy and sell shares of securities or options of the issuers mentioned on this website at any time.

The information contained herein is not intended to be used as the basis for investment decisions and should not be construed as advice intended to meet the particular investment needs of any investor. The information contained herein is not a representation or warranty and is not an offer or solicitation of an offer to buy or sell any security. To the fullest extent of the law, RedChip Companies, Inc., our specialists, advisors, and partners will not be liable to any person or entity for the quality, accuracy, completeness, reliability or timeliness of the information provided, or for any direct, indirect, consequential, incidental, special or punitive damages that may arise out of the use of information provided to any person or entity (including but not limited to lost profits, loss of opportunities, trading losses and damages that may result from any inaccuracy or incompleteness of this information).

Stock market investing is inherently risky. RedChip Companies is not responsible for any gains or losses that result from the opinions expressed on this website, in its research reports, company profiles or in other investor relations materials or presentations that it publishes electronically or in print.

We strongly encourage all investors to conduct their own research before making any investment decision. For more information on stock market investing, visit the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) at www.sec.gov.

Esports Entertainment Group, Inc. (GMBL) is a client of RedChip Companies, Inc. GMBL agreed to pay RedChip Companies, Inc. a $4,000 monthly cash fee, beginning in June 2018, and 225,000 shares of Rule 144 stock for RedChip investor awareness services.

Investor awareness services and programs are designed to help small-cap companies communicate their investment characteristics. RedChip investor awareness services include the preparation of a research profile(s), multimedia marketing, and other awareness services.

 

Esports Entertainment Group’s Helix eSports Announces Partnership with Gunnar Optiks

 

Partnership Agreement Will See Helix eSports Facilities Debut GUNNAR Optiks Retail Foot Print and Branding Across Centers

North Bergen, New Jersey–(Newsfile Corp. – June 10, 2021) – Helix eSports, Esports Entertainment Group’s (NASDAQ: GMBL) gaming center division and GUNNAR Optiks, the preeminent force and No. 1 in gaming glasses, are thrilled to announce a multi-channel partnership. The partnership will see Helix eSports facilities pilot a center-based, retail experience for GUNNAR’s gaming and computer glasses who will become a marketing partner across all Helix properties and programming.

GUNNAR, who has led the way in performance enhancing, blue light gaming and computer glasses for more than 15 years, holds a combined US Patent for its lens technology which is engineered to combat digital eyestrain and block blue light. GUNNAR glasses are doctor recommended and help improve performance by sharpening focus, reducing dry eyes, minimizing glare and filtering out harmful blue light emitted from digital screens.

“We are really excited to be working with Helix eSports on this pilot retail experience. It will allow gamers to truly experience the GUNNAR difference in an endemic setting, trying on the glasses before they buy. They are also able to take advantage of a 10% discount on any pair of GUNNAR Youth or adult glasses they order,” commented Georgina Petrie, GUNNAR’s Director of Marketing. “It also allows us a chance to get real feedback about our glasses for future innovation from a younger gaming demographic, which is sometimes hard to come by.”

Helix eSports owns five esports centers, including two of the five largest centers in the US, where they deliver world-class customer experiences, esports programming and gaming infrastructure. Helix offers a variety of experiences including casual play, competitive tournaments, STEM programming, high school leagues, large groups and esports bootcamps all with the goal of leveling the playing field in esports and providing equitable access to technology. Their centers have become the destination for social and competitive gamers alike with monthly tournaments, unique experiences and exclusive retail offerings.

“Our mission at Helix eSports is to create an exceptional esports experience for all players at our centers by providing unique retail offerings and by providing best in class gaming centers that create social hubs and level the playing field for competition,” said Murphy Vandervelde, VP of Business Development at Esports Entertainment Group. “We believe we can create the best possible guest experience by offering all Helix customers our uniform, high-end gaming equipment, as well as giving access to sophisticated accessories that help drive better gaming performance. GUNNAR is a critical differentiator in elevating our offerings and our player’s gameplay over the competition.”

About Esports Entertainment Group

Esports Entertainment Group is a full stack esports and online gambling company fueled by the growth of video-gaming and the ascendance of esports with new generations. Our mission is to help connect the world at large with the future of sports entertainment in unique and enriching ways that bring fans and gamers together. Esports Entertainment Group and its affiliates are well-poised to help fans and players to stay connected and involved with their favorite esports. From traditional sports partnerships with professional NFL/NHL/NBA/FIFA teams, community-focused tournaments in a wide range of esports, and boots-on-the-ground LAN cafes, EEG has influence over the full-spectrum of esports and gaming at all levels. The Company maintains offices in New Jersey, the UK and Malta. For more information visit www.esportsentertainmentgroup.com.

About GUNNAR Optiks

Established in 2006, GUNNAR Optiks®, LLC is the expert in performance enhancing, blue light blocking glasses for all eyes and is #1 in gaming. Leading the way in cutting edge technology and design innovation, GUNNAR was the first company to secure a combined patent (# 9417460) for lenses that help reduce digital eye strain symptoms and combat fatigue issues associated with the use of digital screens. GUNNAR lenses are doctor recommended and clinically proven to combat symptoms associated with digital eye strain. As the category pioneer, GUNNAR has established itself as preeminent force in gaming and computer glasses and continues to expand its portfolio providing a wide selection of styles, protective lens types and focus options for everyone. These include gaming, computer, prescription, reading and sunglasses, in addition to a new line of glasses specifically designed for teens and kids, GUNNAR Youth.

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The information contained herein includes forward-looking statements. These statements relate to future events or to our future financial performance, and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause our actual results, levels of activity, performance, or achievements to be materially different from any future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements since they involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which are, in some cases, beyond our control and which could, and likely will, materially affect actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements. Any forward-looking statement reflects our current views with respect to future events and is subject to these and other risks, uncertainties and assumptions relating to our operations, results of operations, growth strategy and liquidity. We assume no obligation to publicly update or revise these forward-looking statements for any reason, or to update the reasons actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements, even if new information becomes available in the future. The safe harbor for forward-looking statements contained in the Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 protects companies from liability for their forward-looking statements if they comply with the requirements of the Act.

Contact:

U.S. Investor Relations
RedChip Companies, Inc.
Dave Gentry
407-491-4498
dave@redchip.com

Media & Investor Relations Inquiries
Jeff@esportsentertainmentgroup.com