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SharpLink Gaming Ltd. (NASDAQ:SBET) CEO Rob Phythian issued a letter to shareholders outlining the company's growth strategies and key performance indicators. The company aims to have a profound impact on the U.S. sports betting industry by improving methods for reaching and converting sports fans into sports bettors. SharpLink has focused on acquiring an affiliate marketing company, completing a merger with SportsHub, and expanding its technology development team. The company's internal KPIs align with each component of its C4 solution: Connect, Collect, Convert, and Capitalize. SharpLink is licensed to operate in 24 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and Ontario, Canada.

Portfolio Pulse from Happy Mohamed

August 28, 2023 | 12:38 pm

HD

The Home Depot Foundation has announced an additional investment of over $6M in skilled trades training. The move is aimed at addressing the nearly 400,000 job openings in the construction industry. The company has also launched new strategic partnerships.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 28, 2023 | 12:14 pm

KAVL

Kaival Brands Innovations, the exclusive U.S. distributor of all vaping products manufactured by Bidi Vapor LLC, has promoted Stephen Sheriff to the role of Chief Operating Officer, effective from August 22, 2023.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 28, 2023 | 12:11 pm

BRAG

Bragg Gaming Group has announced the appointment of Matevž Mazij as CEO, effective immediately. He replaces Yaniv Sherman, who has stepped down from the role.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 28, 2023 | 12:05 pm

SMG

ScottsMiracle-Gro has announced the promotion of Nate Baxter to the position of COO. Mike Lukemire will continue to serve as President until his retirement in FY24.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 28, 2023 | 11:17 am

MDNA

Medicenna Therapeutics has announced the appointment of Jeff Caravella as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 28, 2023 | 11:15 am

NSTG

Nanostring Technologies has announced the appointment of Todd Garland as its new Chief Commercial Officer, effective from August 28, 2023.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 28, 2023 | 9:59 am

DUK

Duke Energy Corp (DUK) is preparing for potential impacts from Tropical Depression Ten, likely to be named Idalia, on Florida. The storm could cause significant power outages due to strong winds and heavy rain. Duke Energy is making preparations to respond as quickly as possible to any service disruptions. The company serves more than 60% of customers in Florida with self-healing capabilities on its main power distribution lines.

Portfolio Pulse from Shivani Kumaresan

August 28, 2023 | 9:48 am

HYMTF

A coalition of labor unions and civic groups is pressuring Hyundai (OTC:HYMTF) and the Biden administration to ensure job protection and adequate worker training amid the transition to electric vehicles. The campaign is focused on Hyundai’s electric vehicle plants and clean energy suppliers, and hopes to influence other automakers like B.M.W. and Mercedes-Benz. The unions are demanding job protection, avoidance of plant closures, and establishment of training programs for workers.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Neuro

August 28, 2023 | 9:16 am

FE

FirstEnergy Utilities has restored power to nearly 91% of the 466,000 customers in Ohio and Pennsylvania who lost power due to severe weather conditions last week.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 28, 2023 | 8:39 am