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NedGraphics and X-Rite Pantone Partner to Enhance Color Workflow in Upcoming Release

NEW YORK, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, May 17:edGraphics, a leading developer of CAD software solutions for the textile industry, has partnered with X-Rite Pantone, the global color authority and provider of professional color management solutions, to integrate key Pantone libraries and the X-Rite i1Pro 3 spectrophotometer in the upcoming NedGraphics software release. The seamless integration of Pantone libraries and the X-Rite i1Pro 3 spectrophotometer will enable NedGraphics users to easily specify and measure Pantone colors, as well as calibrate and profile their devices, across their complete workflow for full-color consistency and peace of mind. ''We understand the importance of accurate and consistent color for our customers," Jenny Tcharnaia, President of NedGraphics, said. ''The integration of Pantone color libraries and the latest X-Rite i1Pro 3 into NedGraphics is a significant milestone. With this agreement, we enable cohesive and easy-to-use color management, allowing our users to control color all the way through their design workflow, from the inspiration stage to quality control. Our upcoming release means getting desired color results through X­-Rite Pantone's trusted and recognized color ecosystem with ease." ''We are excited to partner with NedGraphics on the integration of our Pantone libraries and i1Pro 3 color measurement device," Jan Keller, Vice President of OEM Sales at X-Rite Pantone, said. ''We're confident that NedGraphics' customers will quickly appreciate and take advantage of these tools to expand, simplify, and diversify the use of color across the entire design process." The agreement between NedGraphics and Pantone demonstrates a shared commitment to providing users with the highest level of quality and accuracy in their color workflow. The upcoming NedGraphics v23 release is scheduled to launch later in 2023. As users anticipate this integration, NedGraphics extends an invitation to ITMA 2023. Taking place between June 8 and 14, ITMA 2023 will happen at the Fiera Milano Rho exhibition and trade center in Milan, Italy. ITMA 2023 will be an exciting opportunity to network with the world's top manufacturers and industry leaders. Attendees will also meet the NedGraphics team in person and see software demonstrations. To learn more about the event, NedGraphics, and its partnership with X-Rite Pantone, visit https://www.nedgraphics.com. About NedGraphics NedGraphics is a leading developer of CAD software solutions created specifically for apparel and retail, home furnishings, flooring design, and various other textiles. NedGraphics products allow designers to exercise full creative freedom while improving efficiency, productivity, and accuracy to create production­ ready artwork. For more information, visit https://www.nedgraphics.com. About Pantone Pantone provides a universal language of color that enables color-critical decisions through every stage of the workflow for brands and manufacturers. More than 10 million designers and producers around the world rely on Pantone products and services to help define, communicate, and control color from inspiration to realization - leveraging advanced X-Rite technology to achieve color consistency across various materials and finishes for graphics, fashion, and product design. For more information, visit https://www.pantone.com. About X-Rite Founded in 1958, X-Rite Incorporated is a global leader in the science and technology of color and appearance. With Pantone, X-Rite employs more than 800 people in 11 countries. The company's corporate headquarters are located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia and service centers across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and the Americas. X-Rite offers a full range of solutions used by manufacturers, retailers, printers, content creators, and graphic design houses to achieve precise management and communication of color and appearance throughout their processes. X-Rite products and services are recognized standards in the printing, packaging, photography, graphic design, video, automotive, paints, plastics, textiles, and medical industries. For more information, visit https://www.xrite.com.

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Island Conservation and Parallel Flight Technologies partner to revolutionize the restoration of islands worldwide

LA SELVA BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16: Island Conservation, a leading global nonprofit organization that restores and protects island-ocean ecosystems by removing destructive invasive species, has announced a strategic partnership with Parallel Flight Technologies, a California-based company specializing in heavy-lift drone and hybrid propulsion technology. This partnership is expected to advance Island Conservation's critical island restoration initiatives to new heights. Islands are biodiversity hotspots that are home to an incredible range of birds and terrestrial animals, as well as abundant marine life in the surrounding ocean. However, they are also vulnerable to destructive invasive species, such as rodents that destroy natural habitat. Roughly 75 percent of reptile, bird, amphibian, and mammal extinctions combined have occurred on islands with invasive species as a primary cause. Removing this threat is crucial to ensuring ecological balance and diversity. “Frequently, conducting invasive species eradications in order to protect these ecosystems involves huge logistical and resource challenges,” says David Will, Head of Innovation at Island Conservation. “Because of this, we have pioneered the use of drones in invasive rodent eradications to overcome the cost and skill barriers to conventional ground and helicopter-based approaches. However, we’ve reached the limits of what current all-electric drone technology can achieve.” The solution lies in hybrid unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) with large payload capacities and long-range capabilities that can meet the demands of conservation interventions in remote locations. Parallel Flight Technologies offers a groundbreaking aircraft with hybrid propulsion technology that gives it a combination of lift, endurance and portability which are ideal to advance Island Conservation’s field efforts. “We see this technology as a game-changer, and we believe that it will allow us to achieve our goal to restore globally important islands more efficiently, effectively and sustainably,” says Will. The aircraft can carry and spread a total payload capacity of approximately 100 pounds (45 kilograms) for over 1.6 hours of flight time and can autonomously fly pre-programmed flight paths while accurately delivering bait at prescribed application rates. The hybrid propulsion technology is highly efficient and relies on locally sourced fuels, eliminating the need for costly, wasteful batteries. It also dramatically reduces the carbon footprint and power requirements of continuous aerial operations in remote locations. “Our work with Parallel Flight Technologies is timely, inspiring and necessary,” says Penny Becker, Vice President of Conservation at Island Conservation. “The continued development and adaptation of Parallel Flight Technologies’ autonomous heavy-lift drone technology will enable a significant increase in safety parameters and exponentially increase efficiency over traditional methods. With this drone technology, we will be able to restore islands on a much larger scale and in remote places that were once prohibitive, protecting more island wildlife, oceans and communities.” Making heavy-lift drone technology more readily available in the future will support island communities that rely on sustainable natural resources for food security and their livelihoods. When biodiversity is diminished, fishing and other income-driving activities are reduced, and tourism can be negatively affected. Island communities are also on the frontlines of climate change, susceptible to rising sea levels, flooding and other climate-related impacts. “We are extremely pleased to be deploying our heavy-lift drone platform to support these island communities,” says Joshua Resnick, CEO of Parallel Flight Technologies. “Welcoming Island Conservation, an extremely reputable and respected organization, as a partner is a multi-fold value add for Parallel Flight. This synergistic partnership will provide us access to directly impact global biodiversity initiatives by replacing helicopters and implementing our scalable technology for use across remote islands around the world. These types of use cases are a part of our DNA, and we are thrilled that this partnership will allow us to further act on our mission to save lives and protect the environment for future generations.” Island Conservation Island Conservation is our world’s only international nonprofit conservation organization dedicated solely to preventing extinctions on islands. Our collaborations with local island communities aim to improve livelihoods, manage invasive species, and reintroduce native animals and plant life. Island Conservation is a United States-based 501(c)(3) charitable organization working through diverse local and international partnerships to foster sustainable development, climate resilience, and healthy island-marine ecosystems across the globe. Visit us at www.islandconservation.org.   Parallel Flight Technologies Parallel Flight Technologies is pioneering intelligent hover and vertical-lift with sustainable, autonomous UAV solutions to save lives, property, and the environment. The company’s transformative Parallel hybrid propulsion technology allows UAV platforms to carry heavy payloads for long durations, and can be applied across multiple logistics verticals, including real- time and complex healthcare logistics, tactical support for firefighters and first responders, industrial logistics and other mission-critical applications, globally. This tech enables >90% carbon footprint reduction, and 50%-75% reduction of operating costs. Visit www. parallelflight.com for more information.

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Secmation Partners with AUVSI’s Trusted Cyber Program

RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES, May 16:Today, Secmation is proud to announce its partnership as an official working group member of the Association of Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) Trusted Cyber Program. This critical program, and its subset Green UAS program for small UAS security analysis and validation, are unique and intensely collaborative efforts across the uncrewed systems industry to focus on frameworks for key cybersecurity and supply chain risk management vulnerabilities impacting the design, development, and deployment of uncrewed systems. “Secmation prides itself in having a seat at this important table,” said Hal Aldridge CEO of Secmation. “Secmation’s roots are in the uncrewed systems industry. Unique for a cybersecurity company, we understand the challenges that uncrewed and autonomous systems developers face because we have done it. As the uncrewed systems industry evolves across multiple domains and becomes more interconnected, the security of all these systems needs to be robust, resilient, and safe. This begins with securing these systems, their integrated capabilities, and components as early in the development cycle as possible. Secmation has deep expertise in the secure design, development, and deployment of software and engineering tools to rapidly develop uncrewed systems, and we are eager to work with customers across all domains to help them achieve compliance for security controls, frameworks, and other industry standards.” “Uncrewed systems are increasingly relied on to conduct critical operations, and ensuring a cyber-secure foundation will maximize their potential to deliver benefits to businesses and the public,” said Michael Robbins, Chief Advocacy Officer at AUVSI. “Members of AUVSI’s Trusted Cyber Working Group are leading the industry in building foundational trust that will expand commercial and government adoption of drones and robotics.” Secmation believes strongly in the value of organizations like AUVSI and their mission. Our employees are engaged across their multiple domain Advocacy groups, take advantage of webinars and e-learning platforms like A-Ville, and invest in annual AUVSI events like XPONENTIAL. It’s a robust partnership that brings value to our company and our industry. About Secmation Secmation is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina and specializes in Digital Engineering, Software Development, and Cybersecurity tools and services for Defense and Industrial applications. Our technologies reduce the time to develop, deploy, and maintain machine learning, artificial intelligence, complex automation, guidance/control, secure communications, and other critical software systems securely and on-time. Our experience in autonomous systems design enables us to provide advanced cybersecurity solutions enabling rapid compliance with cybersecurity regulations and certifications. Please reach out to Secmation at info@secmation.com or visit Secmation.com to learn more about who we are, our product offerings, and our secure software development and engineering expertise. About AUVSI The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) — the world's largest non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of uncrewed systems, autonomy and robotics — represents corporations and professionals from more than 60 countries involved in industry, government and academia. AUVSI members work in the defense, civil and commercial markets. For more information, visit AUVSI.org.

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Maptitude 2023 Released: The Ultimate Mapping Tool for Business Development

NEWTON HIGHLANDS, MASSACHUSETTS, UNITED STATES, May 16:Maptitude 2023, the latest version of the powerful business mapping and geographic analysis software, is available now. Maptitude 2023 provides an easy-to-use, affordable solution for businesses to visualize their data and gain valuable insights that drive success. Maptitude 2023 is the most comprehensive mapping software available today. It provides businesses with the tools they need to make informed decisions, streamline operations, and increase profitability. With its advanced mapping capabilities, Maptitude 2023 enables users to analyze data in new and innovative ways, including: • Creating, optimizing, and managing sales territories • Identifying new markets and sales opportunities • Creating targeted marketing campaigns • Optimizing delivery routes and logistics • Analyzing customer behavior and preferences • Visualizing data for effective presentations and reports • And much more. Maptitude 2023 is an all-in-one solution that integrates seamlessly with existing databases and software, making it easy to import and analyze data. Its intuitive interface and powerful features make it easy to use, even for those without a background in mapping or GIS. “We are thrilled to bring Maptitude 2023 to market,” said Maptitude VP, Stewart Berry. “We believe that Maptitude 2023 is the ultimate tool for businesses looking to gain a competitive edge. With its advanced mapping capabilities and ease of use, Maptitude 2023 will help organizations of all sizes make better decisions, increase efficiency, and drive success.” Maptitude 2023 is available now. For more information, See: • New Features in Maptitude 2023 • Why 70% of Fortune 50 companies rely on Maptitude to drive their business development. About Caliper Corporation: Caliper Corporation is a leading provider of mapping software and geographic analysis tools for business, government, and education. Founded in 1983, Caliper has been at the forefront of the mapping and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software industry for nearly 40 years. Its flagship product, Maptitude, is used by thousands of organizations worldwide to make better decisions and to achieve their goals. Caliper is a privately held corporation and is a leading developer of mapping software, redistricting, transportation, and GIS software.

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The Assets Net Expands Global Presence in Remote Entity Awareness and Control systems with Asset Purchase of PrecyseTech

VIENNA, VA, May 16:The Assets Net (TAN), a leading Industrial IoT (IIoT) technology company, plans to expand its global customer footprint along with products and services in new industries, considering an increase in demand for real-time location-based services globally. This follows the acquisition of all PrecyseTech assets, including products, customer contracts, copyrights, registrations, Intellectual Property (IP), and technology through an asset purchase agreement. PrecyseTech, a pioneer in wireless Remote Entity Awareness and Control (REAC) systems for managing high-value physical assets and personnel, developed a patented solution and product family which TAN now owns. The purchase of PrecyseTech assets by TAN was closed on July 26, 2020. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. TAN is a part of the Radiant Digital family of companies through beneficial ownership and affiliation. Leveraging the asset purchase of PrecyseTech enhances TAN's position as a provider of innovative technology solutions for clients in the oil and gas, mining, chemical, energy, terminal operations at airports and shipyards, and yard management at vehicle distribution facilities, among others. TAN will now be able to offer an expanded range of services to its clients, including REAC capabilities for tracking critical physical assets, including people, vehicles, equipment, instruments, and inventory. "TAN is committed to delivering cutting-edge technology solutions that help our clients stay ahead of the rapidly evolving digital landscape," said Dr. Shankar Rachakonda, CEO of TAN. "The asset purchase of PrecyseTech expands our capabilities in remote entity awareness and control systems, which are critical for our clients in hazardous and non-hazardous heavy industries." TAN will leverage PrecyseTech's patented technologies incorporating assisted GPS (A-GPS) and active radio frequency identification (Active RFID) communications into a single "Smart Agent" to enhance its digital transformation and IT consulting services, as well as to expand its capabilities in remote entity awareness and control systems. TAN has embarked on a product redesign aimed at positioning the technology better to suit current market needs for expanded use cases. "We are excited to welcome the talented team at PrecyseTech to the Radiant family. Their expertise in wireless Remote Entity Awareness and Control (REAC) systems, combined with our digital transformation capabilities, will allow us to provide even more innovative solutions to our clients in a variety of industries. We look forward to working together to drive growth and value for our customers." About The Assets Net TAN delivers advanced and innovative Industrial IoT (IIoT) solutions that help their customers ensure personnel safety and management of high-value assets in hazardous environments while reducing operational costs. For more information, visit www.theassets.net. About Radiant Digital Radiant delivers advanced and innovative digital transformation solutions that help their customers become more operationally efficient and competitive. Radiant’s solutions help reduce costs, advance agility, increase customer insight, and improve employee skills and knowledge. For more information, visit www.radiant.digital. About PrecyseTech PrecyseTech is a pioneer in wireless Remote Entity Awareness and Control (REAC) systems for managing high-value physical assets and personnel. The company's patented technologies incorporating assisted GPS (A-GPS) and active radio frequency identification (Active RFID) communications into a single "Smart Agent" provide real-time REAC capabilities for Fortune 500 organizations in the oil and gas, mining, chemical, energy, terminal operations at airports and shipyards, and yard management at vehicle distribution facilities industries, among others.

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BuildClub files 5th patent application related to AI, Machine Learning and Big Data

PALO ALTO, CA, USA, May 16: The BuildClub is building what may be the industry’s largest dataset of over 100 million product records, for training their artificial intelligence models. "We are continuing to leverage the most advanced AI algorithms and machine learning models to disrupt the building material supply chain. We use these technologies to manage our database of over 100 million records and gain a unique advantage. We believe we have one of the largest and most varied databases of building material products in the world.", said Stephen Forte, Founder and CEO. The BuildClub tracks products, their images, specifications, descriptions, inventory levels and pricing in 15 major cities. “Our systems can detect price opportunities, and predict shortages in markets. We believe our data will be of significant strategic value to the Company ongoing, as this historic data, product movements and correlation with weather, supply chain events and other external data, can create unique predictive models.” The BuildClub’s mission is to liberate contractors and homeowners from the inefficiency of sourcing building supplies and materials. Providing a disruptive alternative to home improvement stores and wholesale houses, they offer same-day, on-site delivery, at the click of a button, and at a highly competitive price point. The BuildClub has demonstrated significant growth and market traction. Since their launch a short 2 years ago, BuildClub has completed over 5,000 deliveries of over 270,000 items. Say goodbye to traffic and the long lines at home improvement stores. According to recent data, the U.S. construction category is a $250B industry and within this sector, there is a $9B addressable “need it now” market. Additionally, the industry is composed of more than 680K employers, with over 7M employees, responsible for nearly $1.3T in new construction projects each year. The BuildClub has raised $4M in funding from over 40 CEOs in the construction, building materials, finance venture, and manufacturing sectors in addition to venture capital and a $5b construction company.

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Fair Driver Pay and Enhanced Passenger Safety Take Center Stage in Wridz's Innovative Approach

MISHAWAKA, INDIANA, UNITED STATES, May 16:Wridz, a rideshare platform soon to be available in the South Bend area, is poised to transform the industry by prioritizing fair pay for drivers and ensuring the safety and affordability for passengers. Traditional rideshare companies have left drivers struggling to make a living. With changes to the surge and pay rate systems the drivers can receive 25% or less of the customer payment, causing many drivers to operate at or below their long-term costs. Wridz is addressing this issue by ensuring drivers keep 100% of their earnings, booking fees and tips. For a small subscription fee, drivers can select their preferred region and gain access to rides within the app. This approach empowers drivers to work on their terms, leading to increased driver satisfaction and retention. UDMS LLC CEO JR Robinson, the regional owner of Wridz in South Bend, saw the need for a fair system after driving for rideshare companies following his time as a taxi owner operator. In contrast to the leading competitors, Wridz offers significantly higher pay rates to drivers and riders pay the same great price. Drivers can earn an average of twice the amount of earnings they are used to. With the Wridz system we can ensure drivers are fairly compensated for their services. Safety and affordability are central to the Wridz experience. Fares are competitive or lower than mainstream rideshare companies, and there is no surge pricing. Wridz conducts comprehensive background checks on drivers and requires them to undergo an interview process that includes a drug test. Drivers are continuously monitored, and passengers can verify their driver through a unique CallingCard® system. Wridz is set to disrupt the rideshare market in the South Bend area by putting drivers and passengers first, focusing on fair pay, improved safety measures and affordability. The platform's commitment to revolutionizing the rideshare industry is expected to bring significant benefits to the community and the industry as a whole. As Wridz continues to expand its presence in Northern Indiana, more drivers and passengers are expected to join the platform, creating a positive impact on the local transportation ecosystem. The company's dedication to fair pay and enhanced safety promises will set a new standard in the rideshare industry, making it a preferred choice for both drivers and passengers. The Wridz app is easy to use and is available for free download for Apple and Android devices. For further information, visit Wridz.com or learn more about UDMS at UDMSLLC.com.

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Quantic Wenzel Frequency Synthesizer to Support NASA’s Europa Clipper

AUSTIN, TEXAS, UNITED STATES, May 16:Quantic Wenzel, a leader in crystal oscillators, frequency sources, and integrated microwave assemblies has completed delivery of a space-qualified frequency synthesizer assembly for NASA’s Europa Clipper Mission. Scheduled to launch next year, the spacecraft will orbit Jupiter to perform a detailed exploration of Europa - a moon that shows evidence for an ocean of liquid water beneath its icy crust and which could host conditions suitable for life. “Our support of the Europa Clipper mission is another exciting step in our work with JPL,” said Jigar Shah, Director of Business Development at Quantic Wenzel. “Wenzel is widely known as a company that RF engineers come to when they need to solve their unique frequency reference and timing challenges for space applications.” Europa Clipper will carry instrumentation that can look directly into the moon’s icy shell. It is called the Radar for Europa Assessment and Sounding: Ocean to Near-surface, or REASON. REASON will use radio waves to penetrate Europa’s ice as much as 18 miles deep. It will search for the moon’s suspected ocean, measure ice thickness, and study the ice’s internal structure, including any internal water bodies that may connect the surface and the ocean. Working closely with NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California, which manages the mission, Quantic Wenzel engineered and manufactured a custom, space-qualified frequency synthesizer assembly. The assembly consists of a single stable local oscillator that generates the reference frequencies for all the instrument timing signals. Earlier this month, Quantic Wenzel celebrated its 30th year supporting space RF/MW applications. About Quantic Wenzel: Since 1978, Wenzel has defined the absolute state of the science in ultra-low phase noise crystal oscillators, a portfolio complemented by a range of advanced frequency sources and integrated microwave assemblies. Quantic Wenzel’s oscillators and synthesizers are designed into mission-critical military, space, and commercial applications. Unmatched precision, low-g sensitivity and very low phase noise distinguish Quantic Wenzel’s engineering expertise, so customers can execute with full confidence – and without hesitation. And as a Quantic company, Quantic Wenzel is a part of an extended engineering ecosystem and powerful supply chain, defining a competitive advantage that extends to every customer. About NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory: Founded by Caltech researchers, NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) is a federally funded center for exploring the solar system and more distant expanses that humans cannot yet reach. JPL leads missions in planetary exploration, Earth science, and space-based astronomy. Their spacecraft and telescopes probe the farthest reaches of our solar system and discover worlds beyond, while also observing our home planet to provide crucial insights on climate and to assist in disaster recovery.

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Nilos Launches European IBANs and Instant on/off ramp for businesses operating with crypto

PARIS, FRANCE, May 11: Nilos, a leading financial platform for businesses operating with crypto-currencies, has launched its new Virtual EU IBANs aimed at companies dealing with crypto in Europe. The move has been made possible by their new partnership with Modulr, a leading payment and card issuing platform. The solution allows businesses to have a dedicated crypto-friendly payment account, enabling them to create EUR and GBP virtual accounts, make payments across Europe and the UK, and use SEPA and Faster Payment rails. The crypto market has long struggled to find viable payment alternatives, with traditional banking systems proving unhelpful for businesses dealing with crypto-currencies. Even when these businesses do find banking options, on/off ramps don’t work and onboarding takes more than a month and compliance is challenging. For the first time, Nilos solves these issues by offering customers a modulable payment infrastructure that lets them move from crypto to fiat seamlessly using their own business account. "With our technology, businesses can now seamlessly move funds from crypto to fiat in just 7 seconds, with their name as the originator of the payment. This innovative solution eliminates the pain points associated with slow, compliance-heavy processes and empowers businesses to thrive in the evolving landscape of payments." Said Eytan Messika, Co-founder of the platform. The company already processed several millions in deposits in the last month and works with all types of companies from big brands like Warner and web3 native companies like DappRadar. The startup raised a $5.2 million funding round back in April 2022. Viola Ventures and Fabric Ventures led the round, with Mensch Capital Partners also participating. Several business angels also contributed to this round, such as Yuval Tal, Sebastien Borget, Emmanuel Schalit, Benjamin Seror, Didier Valet, Guillaume Houzé, Philippe Suchet and Valentine Baudouin.

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BootUp PD Selects Savita Raj as New Chief Executive Officer

PARK CITY, UTAH, UNITED STATES, May 1:After an intensive nationwide search, the BootUp Professional Development (BootUp) Board of Directors is thrilled to announce the selection of Savita Raj as the organization’s next Chief Executive Officer. Savita will take the helm of the organization beginning May 1, 2023. Savita Raj previously served as the Chief Program Officer for Girl Scouts of the USA and as the Executive Director for the Texas Alliance for Minorities in Engineering. An engineer by training, Savita has worked with nonprofits that support youth empowerment and engagement in STEM for almost 20 years. Savita is excited to advance BootUp’s mission of empowering elementary school teachers and students through computer science and creating equitable computer science programs in underrepresented and underserved communities. We are grateful to our staff, board, and partners who played a crucial part in our decision-making, and to the entire BootUp community for your encouragement and continued support through our search process. We are especially grateful to Lien Diaz, Vice Chair of the BootUp Board of Directors, who served as interim Executive Director during this leadership transition. The Board of Directors is deeply committed to working with Savita to ensure her successful and visionary leadership as BootUp enters its next chapter. On behalf of the entire BootUp team, we are grateful for your past, present, and future continued support. This search was conducted by Paul Towne at Cooper Coleman LLC. Cooper Coleman is a full-service recruiting and consulting firm partnering exclusively with nonprofit organizations, social enterprises, foundations, and research and academic institutions to drive meaningful growth. Learn more about Cooper Coleman at www.coopercoleman.com/ About BootUp Professional Development We prepare and empower teachers and implement elementary coding and computer science programs nationwide in order to reach ALL students, creating equitable access to 21st-century skills. BootUp PD is a national nonprofit specializing in district-wide elementary computer science initiatives focusing on creativity and problem-solving. Since 2015, BootUp has worked with more than 700 elementary schools in twenty-one states, impacting over 260,000 students. BootUp prepares teachers to facilitate open-ended coding projects that are project-based and personally meaningful. Students are empowered with creative and interactive curricula that allow them to explore their personal interests through coding with design, music, animation, games, or stories. BootUp believes in creating a world where true and measurable equity is paramount. We strive to empower those who can most positively, and brilliantly, affect change for centuries to come – our historically underserved and underrepresented students.

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Shark Tank Backed Changed App Launches New Features to Help Millions of Debt-Holders

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, UNITED STATES, May 2:Changed, the fintech company that's revolutionizing debt management, has announced the release of new features to help debt-holders, offering users even more tools and resources to help them take control of their finances and pay off their debts faster. The new features come with a range of benefits, including unlimited debt links, unlimited bank links, a 10x roundup multiplier, and same-day transfers. Plus, the newly added summary dashboard feature allows users to view all of their debts in one place, track their progress towards paying them off, and receive personalized recommendations to speed up their journey to financial freedom. Changed's commitment to creating innovative solutions for debt management has earned the company a reputation as a leader in the fintech industry. The release of Plus and Premium plans follow recent rave reviews from Changed users, with many praising the platform's ease of use and effectiveness in helping them manage their debts. "We're excited to offer these new features to our users, providing them with more tools to take control of their finances and pay off their debts faster," said Nick Sky, CEO of Changed. "Our mission has always been to make debt management more accessible and transparent, and we're proud to continue delivering on that promise." Changed is dedicated to providing debt management solutions for consumers with a focus on transparency and accessibility. The company offers a suite of tools and services to help users pay off their debts faster and achieve financial freedom. For more information on Changed and its new features, visit https://www.gochanged.com/

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SIMmersion® Supports National Mental Health Awareness Month

COLUMBIA, MD, UNITED STATES, May 2: Taye Banks actively thinks about ending her life every day and can’t get it out of her head. She made one attempt in high school and now has developed a better plan to take her own life. Imagine how hard it would be to help Taye through this difficult time to potentially save her life. Even the slightest mistake could have significant consequences. Fortunately, Taye is only a role-player, but mental health providers need to be able to help individuals like her. As part of their education, they can sit in PowerPoint lectures, read books, and watch videos on working with people with mental health challenges. They will also work with other providers during their clinical residency to build their skills. But often that education is not sufficient to build all the required skills. Fortunately, clinicians can now develop these skills in a risk-free environment by practicing with virtual role-players. Suicide Intervention Just like a real person idealizing suicide, role-player Taye is not always at high risk; she may be at moderate risk, or even at low risk with no specific active thoughts of suicide. Additionally, her risk factors can vary which creates a wide variety of training experiences for mental health providers allowing for increased skill development and refinement. She is one of three virtual role-players that mental health providers can practice counseling sessions focused on suicide interventions. Click https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymtS7jBGizg to watch a YouTube video on SIMmersion’s suicide prevention training or click https://www.simmersion.com/suicideprevention to learn more. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Training (CBT) While Suicide Intervention techniques are tailored specifically for people idealizing suicide, “Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a form of psychological treatment that has been demonstrated to be effective for a range of problems including depression, anxiety disorders, alcohol and drug abuse, marital problems, eating disorders, and severe mental illness.” (American Psychology Association) SIMmersion has developed training systems, so that providers can practice applying CBT with three different virtual role-players who are struggling with alcohol dependence. Learn more at https://www.simmersion.com/trainingcbt.   Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Skill Assessment Assessing the ability of a mental healthcare provider to properly apply CBT and be certified requires recording sessions with real clients and then having a certified provider carefully evaluate them. Candidates must get their clients to agree to be recorded during a session and then they select the sessions they want to submit for certification. There are many issues with this approach, but up to now, it has been the only one available. SIMmersion has recently developed six virtual role-players designed specifically to evaluate provider’s skills at applying CBT associated with both Cognitive Restructuring and Exposure for Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, and Social Anxiety Disorder. This assessment system produces results similar to the traditional recording and evaluation process, but without the need to record and evaluate specially selected sessions. Since the evaluation is scored based only on the candidate’s choices, the assessment is completely objective. Motivational Interviewing Motivational Interviewing (MI) “is a client-centered yet directive approach for facilitating change by helping people to resolve ambivalence and find intrinsic reasons for making needed behavioral changes. Originally designed for people with substance use disorders, motivational interviewing is now broadly applied in health care, psychotherapy, correctional, and counseling settings.” (Source APA dictionary) Like CBT, learning to apply Motivational Interviewing techniques requires practice. SIMmersion provides a multi-faceted system, so that providers can practice applying MI and have very different experiences each time. Click https://www.simmersion.com/mi to learn more. While applying MI techniques can take more time than many providers have, faster techniques stemming from MI have been developed. One called Brief Motivational Intervention has been implemented in a virtual role-player training system, so that providers can practice applying a shorter technique. Click https://www.simmersion.com/briefmi to learn more. Gender Affirmative Therapy According to Mental Health America, nearly 5.8 million people in the LGBTQ+ community reported having mental illness in the past year. When people do openly express this part of themselves, they face the potential of rejection from peers, colleagues, and friends, so it’s not surprising that LGBTQ+ people used mental health services at 2.5 times higher rates than their heterosexual counterparts. The community is a highly diverse one, with unique needs. Mental health providers are not always prepared to provide the needed specialized service, so with funding from the National Institutes of Health, SIMmersion developed a series of role-player-based training systems, so providers can practice providing special services. To learn more about intake, watch our YouTube video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azEMSRAKvyI. You can also click to learn more about “Traditional Needs” at https://www.simmersion.com/products/Gender-Affirmative-Therapy--Traditional-Needs-with-James and “Transitioning” at https://www.simmersion.com/products/Gender-Affirmative-Therapy--Transition-with-Lucas. Final Remarks According to the CDC, “more than 50% (of people in the U.S.) will be diagnosed with a mental illness or disorder at some point in their lifetime.” To help support Mental Health Awareness, SIMmersion has proudly developed numerous training systems designed to support mental healthcare providers. These systems help providers to work with, and treat, those who idealize suicide, are depressed, have anxiety disorders or alcohol and drug use problems, marital problems, eating disorders, severe mental illness, or need gender affirmative care.

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Microsoft Bing API Price Hike Threatens the Future of Search

UNITED KINGDOM, May 2:Changes to the price of Microsoft Bing’s application programming interface (API), which provides search results for a range of well-known alternative search engines, such as DuckDuckGo, Yahoo! and Ecosia, threaten the future of many of Microsoft’s search partners and competitors. From 1st May 2023, there will be significant increases to the costs incurred by those using any Bing API products: search, images, news, videos, visual, entity, spell check and autosuggest. Costs per query are going up as much as 10x in some cases. The lowest price Web Search costs will rise from $3 per thousand queries, to $15. According to Bloomberg, Microsoft also told two unnamed search engines that it doesn’t want their chatbots to leverage its index in March, threatening to remove their API access. Companies wishing to use Bing API results alongside their own Large Language Model will have to pay higher prices; at least $28 per thousand queries, with a dramatic increase to $200 per thousand for more than 1 million requests per day. To justify these massive price increases, the Microsoft Bing Search API webpage states: “We periodically assess the value and pricing of our services to meet market demands and align the pricing of our products and services with customer consumption trends and preferences. The new pricing model reflects more accurately the technology investments Bing continues to make to improve Search.” Colin Hayhurst, CEO of non-tracking search engine, www.mojeek.com, stated: “Though we are deeply concerned by this move by Microsoft, we have been anticipating it. As a UK -based but international and authentically-independent search engine, Mojeek is a genuine alternative to Bing. As a result, we have seen a significant increase in interest for our own web search API.” “With a unique and proprietary search index of nearly 7-billion pages we can provide search data for use in metasearch engines, as well as machine learning and artificial intelligence applications. We stand ready to help those organisations that cannot afford these unjustified price hikes by providing them with a fairly-priced API,” continued Hayhurst. “By increasing the API prices to such a degree, Microsoft has decided pick to a fight with Google through changing the form of their search duopoly. Until now, Microsoft had been content to challenge Google through Bing API partners like DuckDuckGo, Ecosia and Yahoo! Now these companies are being exploited for profit, and neutered in their efforts to develop products that challenge Bing Chat and GPT from their new partner OpenAI.” “The Bing price changes will adversely affect search engines which do not have their own search indexes, traditionally referred to as metasearch engines or search proxies. The ease of using Bing’s API has created a range of different metasearch engines which all depend upon Bing but offer extra functionality. Those focusing on protecting user privacy, such as in the case of DuckDuckGo and Qwant; and navigators which use ad revenues for charitable causes, such as Ecosia and Lilo, will all be affected. These options, which in most cases use Microsoft’s advertising network to generate revenue, will have to look elsewhere for results, find other ways of making money off their offerings or close altogether,” concluded Hayhurst. The price hike is part of a broader trend in the tech industry, as companies that have large datasets move to further profit from their data and services, sometimes suppressing the ecosystems that they both feed and benefit from. Another recent example is Twitter who haves moved to an expensive paid API, affecting third-party Twitter apps such as Tweetbot and Fenix. Reddit have also recently updated the Developer Terms of their API, clarifying restrictions on using “User Content for ... purposes, such as for training a machine learning or artificial intelligence model.”

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GrowthDesk and AsiaPay Launch Partnership to Help Brands Extend their Omnichannel Customer Data Capabilities

SINGAPORE, May 2:GrowthDesk’s enterprise solutions allow brands to capture rich customer data across channels, segment users based on their purchase data and deliver targeted communication to shoppers to drive growth. Their platform is unique in how it provides a breadth of solutions for capturing in-store customer data from store receipts, digital engagement, vouchers, gamification and even chatbot conversations to predict the customers that are most likely to convert. GrowthDesk’s SKALE marketing platform works with some of the largest FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) brands and shopping mall groups in Asia-Pacific. By extending this partnership with AsiaPay, the leading digital payment solution and financial technology provider in Asia-Pacific (APAC), brands will be able to unlock a holistic view of who their offline and in-store shoppers are across their network of channel partners and deliver an optimized omnichannel sales experience to each individual shopper. “Many brands, particularly FMCG players, lack visibility into who their offline shoppers are. By adding this critical layer of data, brands can now directly build 1-to-1 relationships with shoppers in a highly scalable manner. The addition of AsiaPay’s payment capabilities allows our brands to take that data and drive business impact through a superior omnichannel sales experience” commented Yuet Whey Siah, CEO of GrowthDesk. “We are excited to partner with GrowthDesk to use omnichannel data to help brands and retailers, especially FMCGs and shopping malls, better understand customers and deliver a tailored customer experience," said AsiaPay’s CEO, Joseph Chan. “Flexible payment options benefit all parties in the ecosystem, and our collaboration with the SKALE platform allows merchants in the APAC region to experience the benefits of the PayDollar digital payment gateway in a seamless manner with better customer profiling and customer data management. We are thrilled to witness and support the expansion of SKALE's services with the addition of new digital payment solutions." This partnership with AsiaPay creates a unique opportunity for both companies to eliminate blind spots in the FMCG and retail industries and drive the next phase of omnichannel sales in the industry. About AsiaPay AsiaPay, a leading payment service and technology provider in Asia since 2000, offers all-in-one award-winning and integrated digital payment services to merchants in APAC. Covering 100+ payment methods in APAC: Credit/Debit Cards, eBanking, Digital Wallets, Buy Now Pay Later, Over-The-Counter and Cryptocurrency; Multi-Channel, Multi-Currency, and Multi-Language payment interface support; Advanced digital payment technologies including Tokenization, Payment Link and QR Code, 3D Secure Authentication, Anti-Fraud Filter and Alerts, Global Partner Platform Plugin, Multi-Level Reporting and Big Data Payment Analytics; Local service and 7x24 technical support across 16 operations in 11 countries in Asia and Australia. A trusted payment partner to maximize your payment acceptance, sales conversion, revenue and cash flow, and account and IT productivity while minimizing the risk of late or missed payments, financial and fraud loss, and time and manpower overheads. For more information, please visit www.asiapay.com and www.paydollar.com. About GrowthDesk GrowthDesk is the leading Enterprise Solution that enables Customer Data Collection for Growth. GrowthDesk’s SKALE marketing platform is uniquely focused on enabling brands to acquire and capture offline customer data and to leverage on it to drive growth across the funnel, from segmentation to activation to retention. GrowthDesk is trusted by thousands of global enterprise brands, including market leaders such as Fonterra, CapitaLand, Unilever and more. Visit GrowthDesk's website: www.growthdesk.com

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Crowdfunding Site GiveTaxFree.org Announces Rise in Campaigns for Financial Medical Support

FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES, May 1:In a time when rising inflation is putting greater stress on individuals and families, the founder of GiveTaxFree.org is announcing the crowdfunding site is seeing an increase in the number of campaigns for financial medical support. GiveTaxFree.org is a not-for-profit platform that provides an easy and safe way for those in need of donations to share their stories - with donors from the U.S. receiving tax deductions. Through the site, users can create a campaign for themselves, or for someone else in need, and they can raise as little or as much as they wish. Funds can be raised for many different purposes, including paying medical bills, paying rent, generating funds for emergency travel, critical home repairs, and more. Recently, founder of GiveTaxFree.org, John Berardino, announced the platform is seeing a rise in the number of campaigns for financial medical support. According to Berardino, this is a result of the increasing popularity of crowdfunding efforts, in addition to the surging need for financial assistance during this unprecedented time of soaring inflation. “Let’s face it – people are in need of a financial helping hand now more than ever,” Berardino says. “This is especially true when it comes to medical and general household costs, which are at an all-time high. It’s extremely difficult for individuals and families to make ends meet and many are turning to crowdfunding platforms like ours to help during these tumultuous times. Though we’ve seen a dramatic increase in the number of campaigns for medical costs, we still have lots of room for those who need it.” Some of the medical costs that GiveTaxFree.org can help raise funds for include: • Doctor’s visits • Surgical costs • Patient aftercare • Support for paying non-medical bills, such as housing • Treatment for disease and illness • Long-term care • And so much more For more information about GiveTaxFree.org, or to start a crowdfunding campaign for someone in need of financial medical support, please visit https://givetaxfree.org/. About GiveTaxFree On a mission to help others in need, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization GiveTaxFree.org provides a free, easy, and secure platform for those in need to share their stories. A crowd fundraising platform with a difference, GiveTaxFree is the only site that allows donors in the U.S. to receive tax deductions, having been granted special non-profit status by the IRS.

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Nearly Half of Executives Expect More Accounting System Breaches

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, UNITED STATES, May 1:In February, the Deloitte Center for Controllership released findings from a poll of more than 1,100 C-suite and other executives that showed nearly half (48.8%) fully expect the number and the size of cybersecurity attacks targeting their own organizations’ accounting and financial data to increase this year. However, that same survey showed fewer than one-fourth (20.3%) said their accounting and finance teams work closely and consistently with their colleagues in cybersecurity. Additional findings include: *34.5% of organizations reported experiencing cyber events targeting their accounting and financial data within the past year. *11.1% reported their cyber and accounting/finance teams do not work together at all. *However, 39.5% said this year, they will increase the amount of time accounting/finance teams work with cybersecurity teams. The news is particularly concerning to accountants and CPAs who work closely with sensitive financial data and usually perform that work using complex software. Additionally, IRS regulations require accounting firms to have a written information security policy (WISP) in place, and the FTC Safeguard Rules also have at least eight specific requirements that must be met within the policy and its accompanying procedures by June 9. 2023. To help organizations meet the FTC guidelines and the IRS regulations, the Center for Accounting Transformation is offering its Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) Protection program, which begins with creating a policy to ensure IRS and FTC compliance, then continues to determine how to incorporate the appropriate technology. “For some firms, this is done in collaboration with their existing IT service provider,” said Alisa Nishimoto, PMP, a project manager for the Center. “However, every firm is different, and for those who need more comprehensive support and technology, packages can be customized to achieve any level of support needed. “The goal of the SOHO Protection Package is to empower small accounting firms with enterprise level cyber protection and peace of mind at an affordable price.” The program includes three tiers: Do-IT-Yourself, Guided and Proactive. The Do-IT-Yourself program includes workstation protection, phishing testing and training, Office 365 backup setup and a SOHO information security policy template. The Guided plan adds a meeting with an IT risk advisor to personalize the policy to the applicable IT environment, while the Proactive plan includes everything in the Guided plan, plus a cybersecurity risk advisory team and a subscription to Cybersecurity Risk Insights & Advice. “We understand that your workload is already crazy enough without having to figure out which policy and technology is best for your firm,” Nishimoto added. “That’s why SOHO was created. You should never feel exposed to the newest virus, malware, or ransomware or worried that the IRS is going to sanction you unexpectedly.” Get some additional insights on the new FTC guidelines at https://vimeo.com/816549921. Learn more about SOHO and how it can help your organization at https://improvetheworld.net/cybersecurity/cyber-protection-for-your-firm/.

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Revolutionary Conversational AI Telephony Startup RowBotAI Launches in San Diego

SAN DIEGO, CA, USA, May 1Today marks the launch of RowBotAI, a cutting-edge startup co-founded by seasoned and award-winning entrepreneurs Ken Kalb, Jan Drake, and Julian Kalb. RowBotAI is on a mission to revolutionize the way businesses communicate with their customers by providing personalized voice and text chatbots that accurately understand and meet their needs. As the first company to market with a true generative AI telephony chatbot, RowBotAI is empowering individuals, groups, and enterprises to hold genuine and informative voice conversations. By utilizing the latest advancements in artificial intelligence, and proprietary technology the company is creating robust solutions for knowledge workers and call centers in various industries, including government, transportation, banking, law, and insurance. "We are thrilled to be launching RowBotAI and to be at the forefront of the next generation of conversational AI technology," said Ken Kalb, CEO and founder of RowBotAI. "Our team has worked tirelessly to develop a voice solution that provides personalized, informative, and extraordinarily helpful conversations for businesses and their customers. It is without question one of the most powerful implementations of generative AI available today, and we are excited to be the first to market." RowBotAI's chatbots are designed to learn and adapt to the needs of the customer, providing a truly personalized experience that increases customer satisfaction and loyalty. The company's solutions are based on provisional patents and a scalable extensible architecture that enables chatbots to understand and respond to customer inquiries, regardless of the complexity of the request. The company's unique solution is already gaining traction in various industries, including government, transportation, banking, law, and insurance. RowBotAI's technology is helping these industries to improve their communication and provide better customer service while reducing costs. Customers have stated that the technology reduces costs by a factor of ten and offers up to two orders-of-magnitude increases in customer satisfaction. RowBotAI is headquartered in San Diego, California, and is rapidly developing and deploying generative AI solutions for businesses worldwide. With its focus on personalized voice and text chatbots, RowBotAI is set to become the leading provider of conversational AI technology for businesses. For more information about RowBotAI, please visit www.rowbotai.com.

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TOP-5 startups in the Baltics received a zero-rate Open Banking from Noda

MADRID, SPAIN, May 1:This is the 12th time that the conference TechChill took place in Latvia. In these years, the event has grown from a handful of young entrepreneurs to the leading startup business conference in the Baltics. The event consists of lots of events; however, the main one is the Fifty Founders Battle - an annual pitch competition for early-stage startups. Fifty of the most promising startups from across the Baltics, Nordics, Central, and Western European regions, as well as the rest of the world, are selected among all participants. Each semi-finalist then has the opportunity to present their business idea on TechChill’s stage in front of over 200 investors and other attendees. In 2023 the battle was quite tough - it took a while for the jury to decide on this year’s TOP-5 finalists: Codigy, Sisko, Green Growth, Zenoo, and Adventum Tech. “From health improvement and farmers assistant to engineering optimisation mechanism and food subscription service - all of the startups have extremely talented and hardworking teams, who truly believe in their ideas” said Noda’s Strategic Consultant Lasma Kuhtarska. “We’re honoured to sponsor the Fifty Founders Battle 2023 and support the TOP-5 startups with the zero-rate Open Banking service for 1 year. I believe that Noda’s Open Banking solution will go in line with their businesses and will play a good role in boosting their sales”. The winning startup turned out to be Adventum Tech. The company aims to optimise complex construction and engineering processes through advanced data management that efficiently uses financial, human, equipment, and material resources. TechChill is organized by a non-profit foundation of the same name, empowering the startup ecosystem throughout the year — the next stop: TechChill Milano in September 2023. Stay tuned.

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variednews: Ohanafy introduces features for Contract Brewing, ...: WILMINGTON, NC, UNITED STATES, May 1: Ohanafy, the innovative craft beverage management software, has just announced three revolutionary...

Ohanafy introduces features for Contract Brewing, Quota Management, and Pre-Orders

WILMINGTON, NC, UNITED STATES, May 1: Ohanafy, the innovative craft beverage management software, has just announced three revolutionary features that will shake up the industry: Contract Brewing, Quota Management, and Pre-Orders. These features were developed to address their customer’s specific needs and pain points. Each is a testament to the speed at which Ohanafy brings innovative new features to market by collaborating closely with their customers and their commitment to providing the most advanced software solution available for craft beverage businesses. Contract Brewing allows Ohanafy customers to track contract, shipping, inventory, and production information related to their contract brewing relationships. With a streamlined way to manage everything from raw materials to production to packaging and shipment, Ohanafy customers can now easily manage all aspects of contract brewing and quickly separate those from internal brewing operations. With Quota Management, customers can automatically manage and track their sales rep’s quotas and attainments through and visualize everything on a set of easy-to-use reports and dashboards. Quotas are automatically related to each rep as orders and invoices are generated, giving business leaders and team members unparalleled visibility into their sales team’s performance. Additionally, customers can now quickly see how their reps perform across different metrics such as year-over-year, quarter-over-quarter, seasonal periods, product segments, and more. Finally, with Ohanafy’s Pre-Order feature, customers can now accept pre-orders from distributors and customers for upcoming product releases. This feature was created to enable a streamlined way of tracking and aggregating total barrelage of what has been pre-ordered to minimize missed revenue opportunities. Once the pre-order process is complete, Ohanafy customers can convert existing pre-orders into real-time orders with invoices with one click. To learn more about Ohanafy or see a demo of why they are the go-to solution for breweries across the United States, visit their website today. Also, be sure to check their booth #1863 at the Craft Brewers Conference, where they’ll showcase these exciting new features. About Ohanafy: Ohanafy is a revolutionary brewery management software that partners with craft beverage companies of all sizes to boost sales, cut costs, and save time. As the only brewery management software built on Salesforce, Ohanafy has become the go-to solution for breweries across the United States. Whether you're a small craft brewer or a large-scale operation, Ohanafy provides a solution to support running your entire business on the world’s #1 platform, Salesforce. To learn more about how Ohanafy can transform your business, and their commitment to supporting the craft beverage industry, schedule a demo today.

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Vive Studios gets the green light to the overseas expansion of its virtual production business

SEOUL, S. KOREA, May 2:The green light is on for Korean virtual production technologies to expand overseas. Vive Studios (CEO Stanley Kim), Korea's leading AI-based virtual production content art technology company, showcased virtual production and generative AI-based virtual human production technology solutions at the 2023 NAB Show, the world's largest international broadcasting equipment exhibition, which was held from April 15 through April 19 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, raising expectations for Vive Studios' full-scale overseas expansion. During the show, Vive Studios set up a studio with LG LED display panels where it demonstrated the use of XR technology through VIT (ViveStudios Immersive Technology), an integrated control solution for virtual production. It also showcased, in real time, the highest level of hyper-realistic digital contents that combine in-camera VFX, AR, and re-aging technologies, receiving a great response from industry stakeholders who visited the site. Visitors to the 2023 NAB Show could check out new technological innovation trends in the field of visual media at a glance. The category that attracted the most attention during the show is none other than virtual production, which is already spreading rapidly across the world on the strength of its overwhelming work efficiency, including effects in streamlining the production process and reducing production time as well as improving sustainability. Vive Studios fueled the interest in virtual production further by unveiling VIT, the first virtual production operations solution developed in-house in Asia to control operations at virtual production sites efficiently. More than anything else, VIT attracted attention as customer-friendly solutions equipped with exquisite and precise zoom-lens calibrations automated by the company’s own AI technology as well as a broad range of functions optimized to the production of digital contents that use various virtual production technologies, such as AR, VR, and XR. Thanks to the keen interest in VIT, Vive Studios received requests for business meetings to discuss separate business proposals from leading global media companies who visited the site. In addition to this, Vive Studios ran an experience zone to allow visitors to experience its generative AI-based virtual human production tools, including the real-time re-aging and face swap tools that its AI Research Institute completed for the first time in the world. These tools are of an incomparably high level and have also received an enthusiastic response. Vive Studios CEO Stanley Kim said, "An official from a leading global media group in Europe that I met while watching a Vive Studios demonstration said, ‘One of the biggest things that I got from the 2023 NAB Show was getting to know Vive Studios’. We are getting attention from across the world, and we are proud of such a high level of interest that exceeds our expectations.” He also added, “This event has confirmed again the great shift in the global media content production environment towards virtual production. It has also brought international recognition to Vive Studios' advanced production capabilities and technologies. Therefore, we will quickly gear up and get ready to enter the overseas markets in earnest.” Vive Studios is an AI-based virtual production content art tech company with world-class production capabilities in virtual production, digital immersive experience, and computer graphic image (CGI) with cutting-edge technologies and creative storytelling. It has made a big splash not only with its AI-enabled virtual human “Jilju” but also with the production of BTS Original Story videos for HIVE and TV documentaries titled Meet You and Kiss the Universe based on its virtual content production and immersive content technologies. Vive Studios is committed to developing diverse AI-based software that can be used in virtual production and 3D modeling solutions that incorporate AI technology, through its own AI R&D laboratory called VIV Lab.

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Unispend Launches to Revolutionize Crypto Spending Globally

DUBAI, UAE, May 2:Unispend a leading web3 infrastructure company, today announced the public launch of its groundbreaking crypto-to-commerce protocol, Unispend Protocol. This innovative platform allows users to easily spend their digital assets on everyday items directly from their non-custodial wallets and enables Developers, Wallets, and Crypto networks to natively integrate spending and unlock utility for users. Uchi Uchibeke, Founder and CEO of Unispend, expressed the company's excitement, stating, "We're excited to unlock utility for all tokens, chains, and networks to make crypto truly spendable." Unispend currently supports Ethereum, Polygon, BNB Chain, Celo, and the XRP Ledger. Users can connect their wallets to Unispend and pay for over 500 million products on Amazon or Shopify, 1,000+ gift cards, airtime in 8 countries, and mobile money in 9 countries. To celebrate the launch, Unispend is offering a 5% rebate in USDC on purchases made with any supported token this week only. Designed to preserve self-sovereignty, Unispend eliminates the need for third-party access to users' assets. Each transaction is signed and approved individually, maintaining the highest level of security. The platform's one-stop shopping experience eliminates the need for users to send crypto to exchanges, convert to fiat, and transfer to bank accounts, streamlining the spending process. Unispend's ecosystem-first approach allows users to spend tokens on a supported chain, enabling them to use their block rewards, DeFi earnings, and yield farming gains. With a wide selection of localized products and services available, Unispend is currently available in 21 countries and offers 500 million+ products from Amazon and Shopify and 1,000+ global gift cards. The company's future plans include expanding to more Blockchain networks, adding more product categories, and increasing geographic coverage. As part of this expansion, Unispend will soon support an offramp to Indian UPI numbers, WeChat, and other Mobile Wallets and integrate with more Chains like Solana and Flow. Speaking from Toronto, Canada, Uchi Uchibeke adds that “We’re committed to unlocking economic opportunities for everyone by enabling any token to be spendable on locally-relevant options including offline payment systems like Mobile Money in Africa. The public launch of Unispend is a step in our journey to accelerate financial inclusion for all.” For more information about Unispend and how it's revolutionizing the way that Digital Assets are spent, visit unispend.com, or launch the app at unispend.com/?cSContext=evm. About Unispend: Unispend is a fintech infrastructure company focused on creating products that allow easy transfer of value from anywhere to everywhere, and from anything to everything. Founded by Uchi Uchibeke, Unispend is dedicated to transforming how digital assets are used and spent globally.

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variednews: A Italy-based startup among the winners of a prest...: ITALY, May 2:MLR Ltd, the innovative Italian startup, has won the 2023 America Innovation Award from the Italy-USA Foundation. The award ...

A Italy-based startup among the winners of a prestigious award

ITALY, May 2:MLR Ltd, the innovative Italian startup, has won the 2023 America Innovation Award from the Italy-USA Foundation. The award recognizes the innovation introduced with WuvDay, the platform created by MLR to encourage the free diffusion of news and turn anyone with a smartphone into an occasional reporter, able to document any event, emergency, or unpredictable situation of informative interest and sell it in real-time from any part of the world. The prestigious award aims to promote Italian entrepreneurial talents that have developed innovative and competitive startups in the global market, representing a qualification and a certification of quality. The ceremony for the America Innovation Award will take place on May 4th, 2023, at the Italian Chamber of Deputies in Rome. The award includes a scholarship for the Master's program in Leadership for International Relations and Made in Italy, offered by the Italy-USA Foundation in collaboration with the Italian Trade Agency and Gedi Editorial Group. The master is directed by Professor Stefania Giannini, former Italian Minister of Education, and operates within the academic program of the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI), of which the Italy-USA Foundation is a part. "WuvDay is a highly innovative platform," said Giuseppe Carapellese, Project Manager and COO of MLR. "It aims to revolutionize the world of information by allowing anyone to become an occasional reporter and sell exclusive photos and videos to journalists and editors. Thanks to its user-friendliness, WuvDay appeals to a broad and general audience and transforms smartphones into work tools. That's why the platform has already been chosen by many journalists and professionals in the sector, who have seen in WuvDay a valuable ally to access exclusive and quality contents." "WuvDay is easy to use," continues Carapellese. "Simply download the app and register for free to become an occasional reporter. Whenever you witness an event of public interest, you can take exclusive photos and videos and upload them to the platform. Editors can then purchase the contents and publish it on their media, benefiting a vast audience. Users can earn money and give visibility to the events they have witnessed. Editors can also make specific content requests that will be notified only to users in the area of interest of the request, providing users with an additional opportunity to earn and editors with a powerful tool for acquiring 0 miles content." "WuvDay really makes the difference," concludes Carapellese, "because it allows users to become occasional reporters and provide exclusive information about the places and events surrounding them, earning by selling their contents. Moreover, the platform offers journalists, editors, and media from all over the world the opportunity to access first-hand information and images about news events and major happenings that occur anywhere in the world, especially in hard-to-reach places and for absolutely unforeseeable circumstances."

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variednews: Gausium's Phantas Wins iF Design Award 2023: SHANGHAI, CHINA, May 2:Gausium, a leading provider of autonomous floor cleaning robots, announces that its latest product Phantas has won...

Gausium's Phantas Wins iF Design Award 2023

SHANGHAI, CHINA, May 2:Gausium, a leading provider of autonomous floor cleaning robots, announces that its latest product Phantas has won the iF Design Award 2023. The iF Design Award is one of the world's most respected and prestigious design awards, celebrating outstanding achievements in design and innovation. The award jury of 2023, composed of 132 design experts from over 20 countries, evaluated over 11,000 entries from 56 countries. The winning products were selected based on their innovative design, functionality, user experience, sustainability, and overall impact. Phantas is an autonomous commercial floor cleaning robot designed for small and medium-sized facilities. The device features a sleek and elegant design, with a minimalist aesthetic that blends seamlessly into any modern buildings. The device is made from high-quality materials and features intuitive controls that allow users to operate the device in a simple and natural way. "We are honored to receive the iF Design Award for Phantas," said Sean Chen, Head of the Design Center of Gausium. "This award is a recognition of the hard work and dedication of our team, who have worked tirelessly to create a product that is not only functional but also beautiful and intuitive. We will continue our efforts to bring more well-designed products to the market.” The iF Design Award is just the latest in a series of accolades for Gausium, which has quickly established itself as a leader in the robotic cleaning industry. About Gausium is a leading smart solutions provider of AI-integrated autonomous service robots. Currently, Gausium’s products and services include commercial floor cleaning robots, indoor delivery robots and supplementary accessories like docking stations, cloud platform and application software. Founded in 2013, Gausium built its class-leading autonomous navigation based on advanced SLAM technology and integrated it into cleaning machines in 2017. It has since committed to providing total solutions of autonomous floor cleaning for extensive applications across industries and scenarios, and managed to set the industry benchmark with currently the world’s most comprehensive commercial cleaning bot portfolio consisting of Vacuum 40, Scrubber 50, Scrubber 75 and Sweeper 111. In 2021 and 2022, Gausium launched its first autonomous delivery robot “X1” and the groundbreaking new cleaning product line “Phantas”, marking the strategic expansion of its service robot ecosystem. By 2021, Gausium’s cleaning robots have been deployed in over 40 countries across 6 continents, recognized by thousands of satisfied customers with millions of autonomous operational hours accrued and billions of square meters covered. With a vision to lead the smart digital transformation of the service sectors, Gausium will continue to bring more disruptive innovations to the world and empower more people to work smarter and lead happier lives with the products and services we provide. https://gausium.com/