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Business Wire
7 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
CannUnity Culture Collective Unites Leading Cannabis Brands to Champion Culture, Accessibility, and Community
BUSINESS WIRE)--The CannUnity Culture Collective, a first-of-its-kind collaboration led by Molly Ann Farms, is bringing together some of the most respected names in cannabis to preserve culture, expand access, and give back to the communities that built this movement. It's a bold statement: quality cannabis, tested for safety, shared in the light, can and should be accessible to everyone, not just those with deep pockets. The Collective brands currently include Bango (makers of The Lid, Elyon, Feelz flower, and Bango Bites), Clade9, Fernway, Garden Greens, Grown Rogue, Hillview Med, Jersey Canna, Kushi Labs (makers of The Clear), Loud Labs (makers of Pyramid, Doinks, & Escape Artist), MPX-iAnthus (makers of Anthologie), TerrAscend (makers of Kind Tree, Legend and Valhalla), Wyld, and 1906, all uniting under a shared mission: to ensure that the regulated, legal cannabis market is not only a space for commerce, but a home for culture, equity, and community. Culture at the Core Cannabis culture survived decades in the shadows, even under prohibition's devastating impact on lives and communities. Now, with legal access, the Collective is determined to honor that history, making sure the heart, soul, and creativity of the plant are not lost in a rush toward commercialization. Access for All The CannUnity Culture Collective recognizes that for too many, regulated, safer cannabis remains financially out of reach. That's why the initiative offers $1 mystery Stash bags filled with curated products from Collective brands, available quarterly to residents of Haledon and Paterson. It's a bold statement: quality cannabis, tested for safety, shared in the light, can and should be accessible to everyone, not just those with deep pockets. A Community Effort This initiative is more than a promotion, it's a bridge between the legacy market, the regulated industry, and the community. Every participating brand contributes product to the Stash, and every bag purchased supports The Last Prisoner Project, working to right the wrongs of cannabis prohibition. Industry Leadership with Heart The CannUnity Culture Collective is setting a new standard for what collaboration in cannabis can look like: competitors coming together not just to promote their brands, but to elevate an entire culture. By pooling resources, sharing the spotlight, and staying rooted in community values, the Collective is proving that the industry can thrive without losing the soul of the plant. 'This is about common ground,' says Gabriella Wilday, Co-Founder of Molly Ann Farms and organizer of the CannUnity Culture Collective. 'It's about honoring where we came from, making space for everyone to be part of the culture, and showing that cannabis can be both a business and a community builder. ' 'At Bango, we've always believed cannabis is more than a product. It's a culture, a lifeline, and a community,' says Ron Ferraro, CEO of Bango. 'The CannUnity Culture Collective brings those values front and center, making tested, high-quality cannabis accessible to the people who built this movement. We're proud to stand alongside other passionate brands to keep the soul of cannabis alive and thriving.' 'Our town is proud to be home to innovative initiatives like the CannUnity Culture Collective,' says Haledon Mayor Michael Johnson. 'This program not only strengthens our community but sets an example of how the cannabis industry can operate responsibly, inclusively, and with heart.' The inaugural CannUnity Stash drop is on Tuesday, August 19 th at 8:00 AM at Molly Ann Farms, 265 Belmont Avenue, Haledon, NJ. The first 100 customers who are also residents of Haledon and Paterson will get to purchase one mystery Stash bag, containing a variety of different legal cannabis products valued at approximately $100, for just $1. All proceeds will be donated to Last Prisoner Project. About the CannUnity Culture Collective The CannUnity Culture Collective is an alliance of cannabis brands committed to preserving culture, promoting access and giving back to the community. By pooling products, resources, and shared values, the Collective works to bridge the gap between the legacy and legal markets, ensuring that cannabis remains rooted in community, creativity, and justice.
Yahoo
14-08-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Telkomsel, Nuon, and Bango bring convenient and affordable Microsoft PC Game Pass access to Indonesian gamers, strengthening their digital gaming experience
Starting at IDR 63k per month, customers can enjoy hundreds of high-quality PC games via IndiHome Add-On, powered by the Digital Vending Machine® from Bango For the first 500 users, PC Game Pass Xbox First-Month-Free promo is available starting August 14, 2025 CAMBRIDGE, United Kingdom, Aug. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bango (AIM: BGO) - the global leader in subscription bundling, Telkomsel - the leading digital telco service provider in the region and Nuon Digital Indonesia (Nuon) - Indonesia's leading digital content and entertainment company, today announced a strategic collaboration that enables customers in Indonesia to enjoy Microsoft PC Game Pass through IndiHome Add-On. The partnership leverages the Digital Vending Machine® (DVM™) from Bango to deliver fast, secure, and seamless activation while unlocking a variety of attractive promotions and discounts. For a fixed monthly subscription fee, Microsoft PC Game Pass offers unlimited access to hundreds of high-quality PC titles, including day-one releases from Xbox Game Studios, Bethesda Softworks, and Activision Blizzard, an EA Play membership featuring FC 25, Battlefield, and other top franchises, plus exclusive Riot Games bonuses once the player's account is linked to an Xbox Profile. Enriching players' entertainment options, PC Game Pass also introduces a variety of new game titles that enhance customers' playtime, including Valorant, Minecraft, Football Manager 2024, Call of Duty, and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Amid surging cross-platform gaming and subscription trends worldwide, the service provides a practical way for gamers to enjoy premium experiences affordably without higher upfront costs of having to purchase multiple games separately. The collaboration allows gamers to purchase PC Game Pass by subscribing monthly to an IndiHome Add-On, reinforcing an ever-growing, borderless gaming ecosystem in Indonesia. Lesley Simpson, VP Digital Lifestyle at Telkomsel, stated, 'As part of our commitment to deliver the most comprehensive digital-lifestyle services, Telkomsel is continually expanding affordable, convenient access to high-quality gaming. Integrating PC Game Pass into our gamer-focused offers on the IndiHome Add-On will help us drive new customer acquisition, strengthen retention, and provide tangible added value for Indonesian gamers.' Aris Sudewo, CEO at Nuon Digital Indonesia, stated, 'Bringing PC Game Pass to and Telkom Group ecosystem is part of our commitment to broaden access to high-quality gaming experiences for Indonesian gamers. This collaboration reinforces Nuon's role in delivering premium gaming content through more accessible and seamless distribution channels. We believe this partnership will support the growth of Indonesia's gaming ecosystem while offering greater convenience and added value for gamers across the country.' The Digital Vending Machine® from Bango handles all technical aspects to efficiently launch PC Game Pass offers across Nuon and Telkomsel's channels, including enabling promotions and discounts for customers and strengthening retention in an increasingly competitive telecommunications market. Paul Larbey, CEO at Bango, stated, 'Offering leading subscription products like PC Game Pass is an excellent way for telcos and other resellers to enhance customer value, drive loyalty, and attract new subscribers who stay longer. We are delighted to support this seamless integration through the Digital Vending Machine® from Bango, making it easy for Telkomsel and Nuon to bring world-class gaming to their customers.' To obtain the PC Game Pass, subscribers need to access the IndiHome Add-On PC Game Pass landing page and activate the service for IDR 63,063 per month (exclude VAT). The fee will be automatically included in their monthly IndiHome bill. After finishing the transaction, subscribers will receive an activation code that they need to enter in the Xbox app on Windows to start playing. For the first 500 users there's a PC Game Pass Xbox First-Month-Free promo available starting August 14, 2025. The promo will be activated after logging into the Xbox app using the same account. The service will be automatically renewed the next month at the normal price. About Bango Bango enables content providers to reach more paying customers through global partnerships. Bango revolutionized the monetization of digital content and services, by opening-up online payments to mobile phone users worldwide. Today, the Digital Vending Machine® is driving the rapid growth of the subscriptions economy, powering choice and control for subscribers. The world's largest content providers, including Amazon, Google and Microsoft, trust Bango technology to reach subscribers everywhere. Bango, where people subscribe. For more information, visit About Telkomsel ( Telkomsel is the region's leading digital telecommunications service provider, committed to empowering Indonesian society to be highly competitive and creating a bright future by providing connectivity, innovative and superior services, and solutions for everyone, every home, and every business, thus opening up all possibilities. Aligned with the spirit of digitizing Indonesia, Telkomsel acts as the largest convergence service provider, consistently expanding its 4G network that now covers 97% of the population. As the pioneer of 5G commercialization in Indonesia, Telkomsel affirms its position as the leading and most expansive 5G operator with more than 3,000 5G BTS units. Telkomsel also implements the latest technology, utilizing end-to-end implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered Autonomous Network, to enhance service quality and customer experience, while continuing to develop digital services such as Digital Lifestyle, Digital Advertising, Digital Enterprise Solutions, and the Internet of Things. Throughout its 30 years of history, Telkomsel now operates more than 280.434 BTS, serving over 158.4 million mobile customers, and more than 10 million fixed broadband (IndiHome) customers nationwide. In its commitment to sustainable operations, Telkomsel adheres to ESG principles to create a positive impact on its ecosystem. For more detailed information and customer services, please visit follow us on Facebook at Twitter 'X' @telkomsel, and Instagram @telkomsel, or connect with our virtual assistant through the MyTelkomsel app. About Nuon Digital Indonesia Nuon Digital Indonesia is the leading digital content and entertainment company in Indonesia, providing innovative products and services across music, games, video, and other digital lifestyle solutions. As part of Telkom Group, Nuon is committed to empowering Indonesia's digital ecosystem by delivering high-quality local and international content through accessible and seamless distribution channels. Nuon works closely with creators, developers, and industry partners to support the growth of the creative economy and bring the best digital entertainment experiences to customers nationwide. Media contact: SamsonPR: bango@
Euractiv
23-07-2025
- Business
- Euractiv
‘Pioneers in Europe': Belgium tackles silent contract renewals
Belgium is set to break the subscribe-forget-pay-cycle of tacit subscription renewals in a move to better protect consumers. A new law will require companies trading in Belgium to notify their customers 15 days before their subscription renews. The digital subscription economy is worth billions – and is predicted to grow further – and has exploded in recent years across markets such as streaming services, food, clothing, and beauty products. It drives consumers away from a one-time purchase towards ongoing access to products and services for a recurring fee. According to Bango, a subscription bundling platform subscriptions, EU consumers spent an average of €696 on subscriptions last year. 'You see money being transferred from your account every month to pay for something that you don't need. In future, companies will have to notify their customers when their subscription is going to be renewed. This will give customers time to cancel their subscription if it is no longer required', Belgian Federal Minister of Consumer Protection Rob Beenders said, adding that "this makes us pioneers in Europe." A draft law was approved at the government's last council of ministers before the summer recession and requires companies to inform consumers about upcoming charges at least 15 days before the deadline to cancel. It also requires that the message is sent in an accessible format, like a letter, email or text, and is understandable and unambiguous about the terms of the contract and cancellation procedure. Companies have 12 months to adapt to the regulation before it is published in the Belgian Official Gazette and takes effect. Companies risk fines should they not comply with the new rules. (vib)
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
One in three Americans pays for a specialist streaming or subscription service
That's a bundle: From Shudder to Tinder Plus®, over half of American subscribers want to bundle more specialized subscriptions CAMBRIDGE, United Kingdom, July 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nearly a third of American subscribers (31%) now pay for at least one specialist subscription — ranging from horror streaming and pet trackers, to diet plans, meditation apps, and more. That's according to newly released research from Bango (AIM: BGO). Beyond streaming: The rise of specialist subscriptions According to the Bango study, which surveyed 5000 U.S. subscribers, Americans are looking beyond the go-to streaming platforms and signing up to a huge variety of specialist services. 1 in 10 now pay for at least one children's subscription service such as ABCmouse, while 1 in 20 pay for a guided meditation subscription. A further 1 in 20 pay for at least one foreign-language streaming service. Broader bundles: America demands more choice As consumers embrace a broader range of subscriptions, many are calling for these services to be bundled into the deals offered by their mobile providers, banks, and internet service providers. More than half of subscribers (58%) believe today's bundles should include a wider variety of specialist subscriptions, not just the major streaming platforms. At the same time, subscribers are also looking to build more unique bundles that reflect their own unique interests: Top subscription combos 34% of health‑and‑fitness subscribers also pay for a food delivery or meal kit service 26% of students combine language or study apps with international cuisine services such as Hungry Panda 21% of food delivery subscribers also pay for genre‑specific streamers like Shudder 16% of AI tool subscribers pay for a dating upgrade (e.g. Tinder Gold) 14% of gaming subscribers splash out on pet‑care subscriptions such as BorrowMyDoggy Commenting on the findings, Giles Tongue, subscription expert at Bango, said, 'When deciding whether to take up a bundle or deal, today's subscribers want more than just streaming, music or retail. The beauty of bundling is that subscribers get to design their own experiences and build a combination that is genuinely useful and meaningful to them.' 'Today's subscribers are creating all kinds of weird and wonderful combinations. They're bundling meditation apps with heavy‑metal playlists and using AI subscriptions to perfect their Tinder ice‑breakers. These quirky combos represent the next stage in the bundle economy, offering a huge commercial opportunity to providers who are willing to team up with other, more specialized players.' 'Imagine Shudder teaming up with HelloFresh for a 'Meals & Squeals' deal. That's a bundle. Or Duolingo offering Hungry Panda vouchers to language learners. That's a bundle. With the Digital Vending Machine® (DVM™) from Bango, launching those cross‑category bundles is as easy as flipping a switch.' The bundle economy Bango predicts that growing consumer demand for specialist streaming and subscription services will fuel a new wave of bundling and a further boom to the growing bundle economy. According to additional Bango data, 68% of U.S. consumers are now paying for at least one subscription obtained indirectly, such as through a bundled offer. Meanwhile, 72% of subscription brands report higher customer lifetime value from subscribers acquired via bundles compared to those acquired through direct sign-ups. 'The bundle economy presents a huge opportunity, but the challenge is in linking all of these services together efficiently,' said Giles Tongue. 'Consumers don't want complexity. They want convenience, choice, and value in one place. The Digital Vending Machine® from Bango already connects hundreds of popular, mainstream, and specialist subscriptions, powering Super Bundling platforms from Verizon, Optus and Telenet. Using the DVM, telcos, banks, retailers, and other providers can offer compelling deals instantly, differentiating their services, while giving customers the variety they crave.' Find out about the latest subscription combos here. About Bango Bango enables content providers to reach more paying customers through global partnerships. Bango revolutionized the monetization of digital content and services, by opening-up online payments to mobile phone users worldwide. Today, the Digital Vending Machine® is driving the rapid growth of the subscription economy, powering choice and control for subscribers. The world's largest content providers, including Amazon, Google and Microsoft trust Bango technology to reach subscribers everywhere. Bango, where people subscribe. For more information, visit Media contact For US enquiries, contact SamsonPR: bango@ all other enquiries, contact Giles Tongue, VP Marketing at Bango: giles@
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Korean telco KT selects the Digital Vending Machine® from Bango to power next-gen subscription bundles
AI subscription product among new services set to diversify and transform customer experiences CAMBRIDGE, United Kingdom, June 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bango PLC (AIM:BGO, OTCQX:BGOPF), the leader in subscription bundling, today announces a strategic partnership with KT, a leading telecommunications provider in the Republic of Korea, to deliver subscription services to its 13.5 million customers. Leveraging the Digital Vending Machine® (DVM™) from Bango, KT customers will benefit from new and exciting subscription services. This is the first major DVM agreement for Bango in Korea, building momentum for further expansion into the East Asia telco market. KT will use the Bango DVM to seamlessly integrate a wide array of third-party services into its subscriptions hub and its customer bundled offers. This will include AI, language and translation subscriptions - responding to the rising consumer appetite for next-generation digital experiences. KT is leading the development of AI solutions across telecommunications and other industry sectors in the Republic of Korea. With AI subscriptions emerging as a standout category in the fast-evolving subscription economy, KT is now extending that vision to give customers access to groundbreaking AI services that enhance productivity, creativity, and learning, all through the Bango DVM. The Bango DVM simplifies the complexity behind subscription bundling, transforming a traditionally technical and operational challenge into a seamless, scalable business model. With a single integration, KT gains access to a growing global catalog of subscription services. New offers can be deployed quickly and flexibly, giving customers access to the latest services while providing KT with deep insights to personalize and optimize bundles over time. 'This collaboration will be a turning point for KT's subscription platform to expand as a global subscription service hub,' said Younggeol Kim, Head of KT's Service Product Division. 'We want to meet the evolving needs of our users, whether that's the latest entertainment or cutting-edge AI subscriptions, and the Digital Vending Machine from Bango gives us the agility to do exactly that.' 'KT is a leader in its field and now, also in the subscription space, taking bold steps to offer customers a wide and modern mix of digital services,' said Paul Larbey, CEO of Bango. 'With the Bango DVM, they can move faster, launch smarter, and deliver the high-demand subscriptions people are asking for, from SVOD to AI.' About Bango Bango enables content providers to reach more paying customers through global partnerships. Bango revolutionized the monetization of digital content and services, by opening-up online payments to mobile phone users worldwide. Today, the Digital Vending Machine® is driving the rapid growth of the subscription economy, powering choice and control for subscribers. The world's largest content providers, including Amazon, Google and Microsoft trust Bango technology to reach subscribers everywhere. Bango, where people subscribe. For more information, visit Media contact: Anil Malhotra, CMO, Bangoanil@ +44 7710 480 377Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
