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The 2025 HBCU Labor Day Classic Battle of the Bands Heads to Jackson, Mississippi – And Goes LIVE on Urban Edge Network

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Jackson, MS – May 20, 2025 — The stage is set, and the sound of HBCU marching excellence is ready to ignite the city of Jackson, Mississippi, as the 2025 HBCU Labor Day Classic Battle of the Bands takes over Veterans Memorial Stadium on Sunday, August 31, 2025. Known as “The Marching Band Capital of the World,” Jackson will host this unprecedented, high-octane showdown featuring 10 powerhouse HBCU marching bands in a one-day-only spectacle of sound, soul, and showmanship.

And for the first time ever — the entire event will be streamed LIVE on Urban Edge Network’s (UEN) free streaming platform, opening the doors to global access and historic visibility for HBCU marching culture.

“This event is more than a battle; it’s a cultural experience that celebrates the legacy, pride, and excellence of HBCU marching band traditions,” said Alex Davis, President and Founder of the HBCU Labor Day Classic. “We’re excited to bring this unforgettable showcase to Jackson, a city with deep roots in HBCU history and culture.”

This year’s performing bands include:

  • Jackson State University
  • Southern University
  • Grambling State University
  • Alcorn State University
  • Mississippi Valley State University
  • Alabama A&M University
  • Alabama State University
  • Langston University
  • Talladega College
  • University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

The event kicks off at 12:00 PM with the HBCU Labor Day Classic Fanfest, featuring vendors, music, food, and fanfare. Gates to the stadium open at 5:00 PM, followed by the Parade of Bands at 5:30 PM. The highly anticipated Battle of the Bands will begin promptly at 6:00 PM, as each band takes the field to showcase their best drills, signature sounds, and school pride.

This year also marks a historic shift in how HBCU events engage with the broader media and advertising world.

“By broadcasting the 2025 HBCU Labor Day Classic Battle of the Bands live on Urban Edge Network, we’re doing more than streaming a show — we’re opening the doors for traditional media buying,” said Hardy L. Pelt, Chief Revenue Officer at Urban Edge Network. “For too long, HBCU band culture has been locked behind traditional ‘sponsorship’ models. We’re changing that. Now, advertising agencies can connect to these passionate audiences through measurable, scalable media buys — just like any other major live event. This is a game-changer for HBCUs, for brands, and for fans.”

Early bird tickets are on sale now at www.hbculabordayclassic.com. Fans are encouraged to purchase early — this event is expected to sell out.

Can’t make it in person? Tune in to the LIVE broadcast on www.urbanedgenetwork.net or download the UEN app on your favorite mobile device. Don’t miss this chance to witness history in the making.

10 Bands. 10 Sounds. 1 Field. 1 Day Only.

About Urban Edge Network

Urban Edge Network (UEN) is a Black-owned media company committed to amplifying the stories, culture, and athleticism of HBCUs and underrepresented communities. UEN offers a 24-hour free streaming platform available online and through mobile app stores, featuring premier sports and entertainment content — including coverage of the NBA G League, NAIA, and HBCU Athletic Conferences.

More than a platform, Urban Edge Network is a movement — delivering authentic content and media buying access to advertisers seeking real connection with passionate communities.

Watch for free at www.urbanedgenetwork.net or download the Urban Edge Network App on iOS and Android.

 

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Email: info@urbanedgenetwork.net
Country: United States
Website: www.urbanedgenetwork.net

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BlockBits Launches a Futures Trading Service, Offering Traders a Wide Range of Advanced Tools

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Dubai, UAE – 14/07/2025 – (SeaPRwire) – BlockBits, crypto futures trading platform, launch a new tool for advanced futures trading for higher potential returns with up to 200x leverage.

As cryptocurrency markets mature and price swings become more extreme, active traders are increasingly turning to risk management strategies once reserved for traditional finance. One strategy gaining notable traction is hedging – protecting open positions by opening an opposing trade to balance potential losses.

Unlike in stocks or commodities, hedging in crypto has only recently become practical for a wider range of traders. With the expansion of futures and perpetual contracts, traders can now offset price movements without selling or transferring their core holdings – a key advantage for long-term investors facing short-term market uncertainty.

“For example, a trader holding a major crypto asset can hedge against sudden volatility by opening a short futures position. If the asset’s price drops, gains from the short can help offset losses on the original holding – providing greater peace of mind in unpredictable conditions”, – said in company.

Recognizing this growing need, several crypto exchanges are now integrating built-in hedging tools. Features such as the ability to hold both long and short positions on the same pair within a single account are making once-complex strategies more accessible. This is especially important for traders using high leverage or delta-neutral approaches, where profits and losses on opposite positions can balance each other out.

Such tools also reduce trading costs by avoiding the need to close and reopen positions repeatedly – a process that can rack up fees and slippage in fast-moving markets. A smoother, single-interface experience means traders can react faster to market shifts without interrupting their broader investment plans.

One platform at the forefront of this trend is BlockBits, which has designed its trading environment specifically with hedging in mind. Users can open long and short positions simultaneously on the same pair, track risk and margin separately, and monitor real-time profit/loss and liquidation levels across both sides. In a recent example with the ETH/USDT pair, BlockBits traders were able to hold dual up to 200× leverage positions – a feature not always offered by other exchanges.

By integrating hedging into the core trading interface, platforms like BlockBits are helping crypto derivatives mature – providing tools that cater to both aggressive trading and robust risk management. As more traders seek to balance exposure without sacrificing opportunity, such innovations are set to become a standard part of the crypto futures landscape.

 

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Synthetic Darwin™ Self-Evolving AI System, with Already Secured Partnerships in Israel’s Aerospace & Defense Sectors, to Launch Utility Token on Solana July 15

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Synthetic Darwin™ is launching its self-evolving AI utility token $DARWIN on Solana on July 15, backed by key defense partnerships in Israel and cutting-edge autonomous innovation.

Delaware, USA – Darwin’s Lab, the flagship platform of Synthetic Darwin™, will launch its utility token on Solana on Tuesday, July 15th, under the ticker $DARWIN. Trademark secured. Patent pending. With secured technical partnerships across Israel’s Aerospace & Defense sectors and a CAGE Code registration application in process to support future U.S. government and NATO procurement eligibility.

This utility token is designed to power innovation, incentivize research collaboration, and enable enterprise partners to access Synthetic Darwin’s self-evolving AI platform. The platform can be tasked to innovate and solve complex problems in the industry.

What Is Darwin’s Lab?

Darwin’s Lab represents a paradigm shift in AI development. Instead of training massive static models, Darwin creates a living digital ecosystem inspired by GA (genetic algorithms), where thousands of agents autonomously evolve, mutate, compete, and improve.

Powered by Synthetic Darwinism, this system applies evolutionary principles selection, crossover, and mutation to continuously generate and refine new generations of AI agents in real time. What once took years of human-led iteration can now happen in hours or days, with every cycle building on the last to drive ever-faster progress.

The result – A self-improving intelligence framework engineered to thrive in the toughest environments from unstable, adversarial networks to high-stakes defense simulations continuously adapting to solve problems conventional AI cannot.

Partnerships:

What sets Darwin apart isn’t just the technology, it’s the caliber of the partners.

Confirmed partnerships include:

  • RIMON, a core supplier to Israel’s Iron Dome missile defense system, exploring how Darwin can enhance battlefield resilience through adaptive command interfaces and real-time optimization across connected defense assets.
  • MOTOMEA, a pioneering testbed for self-evolving electric motors that autonomously run to failure, learn, and regenerate improved designs.

Together, these collaborations position Darwin at the forefront of aerospace and defense innovation and mission-critical resilience.

Additional partnerships across other high-impact industries are expected to be announced on a rolling basis in the coming weeks.

Trusted at the Highest Levels

  • Trademark Secured: Synthetic Darwin™ is a registered mark under UKIPO.
  • Patent Pending: Recursive Evolution of Intelligence system in motion.
  • Accreditations & Compliance: Partner facilities are ISO 9001, AS9100C, and NATO STANAG certified. Several have active contracts with the Israeli Ministry of Defense.

Powering the Next Wave of Innovation

AI is hitting the limits of centralized, static models. Darwin offers a radically different path: a decentralized, self-evolving intelligence ecosystem that learns, adapts, and improves autonomously. Unlike traditional AI, it requires a fraction of the computing resources and human oversight to drive progress. This isn’t just a research concept—it’s in advanced development today, built in collaboration with some of the world’s leading defense and industrial partners.

Launch Details:

  • Token: $DARWIN
  • Chain: Solana
  • Launch Date: Tuesday, July 15th, 2025

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About Synthetic Darwin™ LLC

Synthetic Darwin™ LLC is a deeptech R&D company creating AI that evolves autonomously and continuously. Darwin’s Lab is an experimental platform for building secure, adaptive intelligence ready to tackle the world’s most demanding environments.

$DARWIN serves as the utility layer for submitting tasks, securing compute allocation, and engaging with the recursive evolution of decentralized AI.

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The information provided in this release is not investment advice, financial advice, or trading advice. It is recommended that you practice due diligence (including consultation with a professional financial advisor) before investing or trading securities and cryptocurrency.

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Achiever Magazine Honors MIT Professor Dr. Richard Larson as the Cover Feature of its 2025 Education Edition

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Achiever Magazine is proud to announce that Dr. Richard Larson, esteemed Professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), has been selected as the cover feature for its prestigious edition, “Top Leaders Making a Lasting Impact in Education, 2025.”

This special edition highlights visionary educators who are transforming learning through innovation, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to academic excellence. Dr. Larson’s feature explores his groundbreaking work in educational systems, his influence on technology-enhanced learning, and his continued efforts to bridge the gap between research and real-world educational challenges.

With a legacy spanning decades, Dr. Larson has earned global recognition for his contributions to operations research and his pivotal role in shaping modern educational frameworks. His cover story sheds light on his forward-thinking philosophy, dedication to mentorship, and the strategies he believes are key to preparing students for the future.

“It’s an honor to spotlight Dr. Richard Larson’s remarkable journey and impact,” said the editorial team at Achiever Magazine. “His work exemplifies the kind of leadership and innovation that is shaping the future of education worldwide.”

The Top Leaders in Education 2025 edition is now available digitally, with select print distribution to academic institutions and education industry leaders.

To read the full cover story and explore the profiles of Top Leaders Making a Lasting Impact in Education, 2025, visit: https://www.achiever-magazine.com/top-leaders-making-a-lasting-impact-in-education-2025-2/

To get your digital copy or learn more about the featured leaders, visit: https://www.achiever-magazine.com/business-magazines/

About Achiever Magazine

Achiever Magazine is a premier international publication dedicated to recognizing outstanding professionals across various sectors. With a commitment to featuring inspiring stories of leadership, innovation, and influence, the magazine serves as a platform for thought leaders shaping the world.

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Achiever Magazine

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Email: info@achiever-magazine.com

Phone: +13024040933

Website: www.achiever-magazine.com

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