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Globe and Mail
30-06-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
PodcastOne (Nasdaq: PODC) Bolsters Crypto Advisory Board Adding Lou Kerner
Kerner joins crypto veterans Steve Lehman and Steve McClurg in assembling an elite team to drive growth in AI, Web3, and the newly launched Crypto Podcast Network About Lou Kerner: Founder of CryptoMondays, a decentralized community with 100k members across 50+ chapters Former Partner of Blockchain Coinvestors, a leading crypto-focused fund-of-funds CEO of Blockchain Coinvestors Acquisition Corp. I, a publicly traded SPAC One of the earliest crypto bloggers and investors, recognized Bitcoin thought leader since 2013 Former Goldman Sachs Equity Analyst covering media and technology companies LOS ANGELES, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PodcastOne (Nasdaq: PODC), a top podcast network and publisher, today announced today Lou Kerner has joined the newly created PodcastOne Crypto Advisory Board joining Steve Lehman and Steve McClurg. 'We're thrilled to welcome Lou Kerner to PodcastOne,' said Kit Gray, President and Co-Founder of PodcastOne. 'Lou brings an unmatched depth of knowledge and vision in the crypto and Web3 space. His addition to our Crypto Advisory Board will position PodcastOne at the forefront of innovation in the podcasting space, unlocking new opportunities for creators and listeners alike.' About PodcastOne PodcastOne (NASDAQ: PODC) is a leading podcast platform that provides creators and advertisers with a comprehensive 360-degree solution in sales, marketing, public relations, production, and distribution. PodcastOne has surpassed 3.9 billion total downloads with a community of 200 top podcasters, including Adam Carolla, Kaitlyn Bristowe, Jordan Harbinger, LadyGang, A&E's Cold Case Files, and Varnamtown. PodcastOne has built a distribution network reaching over 1 billion monthly impressions across all channels, including YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and iHeartRadio. PodcastOne is also the parent company of PodcastOne Pro which offers fully customizable production packages for brands, professionals, or hobbyists. For more information, visit and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X at @podcastone. Forward-Looking Statements All statements other than statements of historical facts contained in this press release are 'forward-looking statements,' which may often, but not always, be identified by the use of such words as 'may,' 'might,' 'will,' 'will likely result,' 'would,' 'should,' 'estimate,' 'plan,' 'project,' 'forecast,' 'intend,' 'expect,' 'anticipate,' 'believe,' 'seek,' 'continue,' 'target' or the negative of such terms or other similar expressions. These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements, including: LiveOne's reliance on its largest OEM customer for a substantial percentage of its revenue; LiveOne's and PodcastOne's ability to consummate any proposed financing, acquisition, merger, distribution or other transaction, the timing of the consummation of any such proposed event, including the risks that a condition to the consummation of any such event would not be satisfied within the expected timeframe or at all, or that the consummation of any proposed financing, acquisition, merger, special dividend, distribution or transaction will not occur or whether any such event will enhance shareholder value; PodcastOne's ability to continue as a going concern; PodcastOne's ability to attract, maintain and increase the number of its listeners; PodcastOne identifying, acquiring, securing and developing content; LiveOne's intent to repurchase shares of its and/or PodcastOne's common stock from time to time under LiveOne's announced stock repurchase program and the timing, price, and quantity of repurchases, if any, under the program; LiveOne's ability to maintain compliance with certain financial and other covenants; PodcastOne successfully implementing its growth strategy, including relating to its technology platforms and applications; management's relationships with industry stakeholders; LiveOne's ability to repay its indebtedness when due; LiveOne's ability to satisfy the conditions for closing on its announced additional convertible debentures financing; uncertain and unfavorable outcomes in legal proceedings and/or PodcastOne's and/or LiveOne's ability to pay any amounts due in connection with any such legal proceedings; changes in economic conditions; competition; risks and uncertainties applicable to the businesses of PodcastOne, LiveOne and/or LiveOne's other subsidiaries; and other risks, uncertainties and factors including, but not limited to, those described in PodcastOne's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024, filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the 'SEC') on July 1, 2024, PodcastOne's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2024, filed with the SEC on February 14, 2025, and in PodcastOne's other filings and submissions with the SEC. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof, and PodcastOne disclaims any obligation to update these statements, except as may be required by law. PodcastOne intends that all forward-looking statements be subject to the safe-harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.
CTV News
25-06-2025
- Business
- CTV News
Residential tower at Richmond and Oxford gets green light, council also paves way for parking lots into housing
743 Richmond St., seen on June 24, 2025, is slated for development into a residential tower. (Bryan Bicknell/CTV News London) A pair of endorsements by London City Council Tuesday are expected to attract much needed housing to the downtown area. Councillors have given the green light to a residential tower at the northern edge of Richmond Row. The property is situated at 743 Richmond St., the southwest corner of Oxford and Richmond streets. 'They actually have a lot of experience dealing with incredibly tight spaces and small footprints, and being able to turn those into transformative developments,' said Mayor Josh Morgan of Toronto-based developer Fritzrovia Real Estate. The company plans to build at 35-storey mixed use tower at the site, an intersection notorious for heavy traffic, acknowledged Planning and Environment Committee Chair and Councillor Steve Lehman. proposed building at 743 Richmond Artist renderings of proposed building at 743 Richmond St. (Source: Fritzrovia Real Estate) 'And I know there's going to be traffic disruption, there has to be. But as much as possible, to keep it in that alleyway, and at the side, away from shutting down lanes of traffic there,' he said. The plan includes 512 apartments geared to students and other would-be downtown dwellers. The building will also have two floors of commercial space. 'It's bringing in a lot of density and intensification into the downtown. So that's one thing that we're always trying to do,' said Ward 13 Coun. David Ferriera, in whose ward the building will be located. 'Also, it is right at the main north entrance to downtown, which is very significant,' he commented. proposed building at 743 Richmond Artist renderings of proposed building at 743 Richmond St. (Source: Fritzrovia Real Estate) Initial plans allowed for only 77 parking spaces at the building. Deputy Mayor Shawn Lewis says that's a work in progress. 'They do have a plan that could add a fairly significant number of parking spaces, underground spots, but it will require a little bit of negotiation with the city,' Lewis explained. Demolition of the existing building at the site, home to a former retailer, is expected to begin later this year. Meanwhile, residential development could also be coming to the opposite end of downtown. Municipal parking London Municipal parking lots at Horton and Ridout streets. (Daryl Newcombe/CTV News London) City Council has paved the way for a pair of municipally owned parking lots at Ridout and Horton streets to be developed into housing. The city will go ahead with a Request for Proposals later this year. But according to Mayor Morgan, a number of submissions have already been received, ranging between 450 and 600 units. 'This is kind of the southern end of what is a grassroots movement called The River District, where private sector, business owners, have come together to say, 'We really want to brand this area that is a dynamic way, and get people excited about it.' So, there could be a development here that plays into that. There's a lot of potential for it,' said Morgan. The former brownfield sites are being offered to developers in 'as-is' condition.
Globe and Mail
09-06-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
LiveOne (Nasdaq: LVO) Appoints Steve Lehman as Vice Chairman
Key Highlights: Former Chairman and CEO of both NASDAQ and NYSE companies, including Premiere Radio, the largest radio network in the U.S., acquired by iHeartMedia Lead LiveOne's M&A efforts Enhance and expand strategic and business initiatives in both live and video platforms Notable Experience: Board member of Valkyrie Bitcoin ETF(Nasdaq) sold to CoinShares LOS ANGELES, June 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LiveOne (Nasdaq: LVO), an award-winning, creator-first, music, entertainment, and technology platform, announced today the appointment of Steve Lehman as its Vice Chairman. Lehman will leverage his extensive background in business and finance having headed both Nasdaq and NYSE companies, as well as start-up businesses in the media, entertainment, and tech industries. Lehman has extensive experience on both boards of directors, and advisory boards, with companies including Vymedic Biotech, Valkyrie Bitcoin ETF (Nasdaq), CoFoundersLab, DocuSign, Krach Institute for Tech Deplomacy, Ucode and multiple other funded start-ups. Robert Ellin, Chairman and CEO of LiveOne, commented, 'We are excited to welcome Steve Lehman to LiveOne. His extensive expertise in content, media, and strategic growth aligns perfectly with our vision as we continue to innovate and expand in the digital entertainment landscape.' About LiveOne Headquartered in Los Angeles, CA, LiveOne (Nasdaq: LVO) is an award-winning, creator-first, music, entertainment, and technology platform focused on delivering premium experiences and content worldwide through memberships and live and virtual events. LiveOne's subsidiaries include Slacker, PodcastOne (Nasdaq: PODC), PPVOne, CPS, LiveXLive, DayOne Music Publishing, Drumify and Splitmind. LiveOne is available on iOS, Android, Roku, Apple TV, Spotify, Samsung, Amazon Fire, Android TV, and through STIRR's OTT applications. For more information, visit and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and X at @liveone. For more investor information, please visit Forward-Looking Statements All statements other than statements of historical facts contained in this press release are 'forward-looking statements,' which may often, but not always, be identified by the use of such words as 'may,' 'might,' 'will,' 'will likely result,' 'would,' 'should,' 'estimate,' 'plan,' 'project,' 'forecast,' 'intend,' 'expect,' 'anticipate,' 'believe,' 'seek,' 'continue,' 'target' or the negative of such terms or other similar expressions. These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements, including: LiveOne's reliance on its largest OEM customer for a substantial percentage of its revenue; LiveOne's ability to consummate any proposed financing, acquisition, spin-out, special dividend, merger, distribution or transaction, the timing of the consummation of any such proposed event, including the risks that a condition to the consummation of any such event would not be satisfied within the expected timeframe or at all, or that the consummation of any proposed financing, acquisition, spin-out, merger, special dividend, distribution or transaction will not occur or whether any such event will enhance shareholder value; LiveOne's ability to continue as a going concern; LiveOne's ability to attract, maintain and increase the number of its users and paid members; LiveOne identifying, acquiring, securing and developing content; LiveOne's intent to repurchase shares of its and/or PodcastOne's common stock from time to time under LiveOne's announced stock repurchase program and the timing, price, and quantity of repurchases, if any, under the program; LiveOne's ability to maintain compliance with certain financial and other debt covenants; LiveOne successfully implementing its growth strategy, including relating to its technology platforms and applications; management's relationships with industry stakeholders; LiveOne's ability to repay its indebtedness when due; LiveOne's ability to satisfy the conditions for closing on its announced additional convertible debentures financing; uncertain and unfavorable outcomes in legal proceedings and/or LiveOne's ability to pay any amounts due in connection with any such legal proceedings; changes in economic conditions; competition; risks and uncertainties applicable to the businesses of LiveOne's subsidiaries; and other risks, uncertainties and factors including, but not limited to, those described in LiveOne's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024, filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the 'SEC') on July 1, 2024, Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended December 31, 2024, filed with SEC on February 14, 2025, and in LiveOne's other filings and submissions with the SEC. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof, and LiveOne disclaims any obligation to update these statements, except as may be required by law. LiveOne intends that all forward-looking statements be subject to the safe-harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.
CBC
04-03-2025
- Business
- CBC
Balancing infill development and community concerns in London
A new housing development proposal in Byron has sparked the ongoing debate about infills and densification in London. London Morning host Andrew Brown spoke with Coun. Steve Lehman, the chair of London's planning committee, about filling the need for housing while maintaining established neighbourhoods.
