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Fahe Launches National Digital Campaign to Attract Donors and Investors to Housing Can’t Wait

BEREA, Ky., May 15, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Fahe, a regional nonprofit network and Community Development Financial Institution dedicated to building thriving communities across Appalachia, today announced the launch of a digital advertising campaign introducing Housing Can’t Wait(r) to donors, investors, philanthropic advisors, donor-advised fund professionals, and private wealth advisors seeking measurable, place-based impact.

Friday Harbor becomes first mortgage technology provider to receive AI governance compliance attestation from Brody Gapp

SEATTLE, Wash., May 15, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Friday Harbor, an AI pre-underwriting platform that helps loan officers assemble complete and compliant loan files in real time, is the first mortgage technology provider to receive an AI governance compliance attestation from mortgage banking and financial services law firm Brody Gapp LLP. The attestation follows a formal compliance review of Friday Harbor’s platform, which uses AI to analyze borrower documents.

New Residential Facility Opens in Clayton County, Bringing Much-Needed Addiction Treatment Access to South Atlanta

JONESBORO, Ga., May 15, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Samba Recovery Atlanta today announced it will officially open its Jonesboro facility to patients on May 18, 2026, expanding access to medically supervised detox and structured residential addiction treatment in Clayton County. Local leaders and community members previously gathered on April 13, 2026, for a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house to mark the completion of the facility.

Click n’ Close expands Whole Loan Trading division with engagement of Christy Soukhamneut and Launch Point Advisory Group

ADDISON, Texas, May 15, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Click n’ Close, a multi-state mortgage lender, announced strategic engagement of Christy Soukhamneut and Launch Point Advisory Group to support the expansion of its Whole Loan Trading division. The move is part of a broader initiative to grow Click n’ Close’s secondary market presence and offer whole loan trading opportunities across its government and specialty loan programs.

NewFed Mortgage leverages Friday Harbor to boost fulfillment productivity by 35%

SEATTLE, Wash., May 14, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — NewFed Mortgage Corp., a full-service residential mortgage lender operating across more than 20 states, today announced the companywide rollout of Friday Harbor’s AI pre-underwriting platform following a successful pilot program that demonstrated measurable gains in fulfillment productivity and underwriting throughput. Since implementing Friday Harbor, NewFed processors handle 36% more files per month while underwriters review 35% more loans.

The UPSHOT League Announces Expansive Multi-Platform Media Distribution for Inaugural 2026 Basketball Season

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 14, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The UPSHOT League will launch its inaugural 2026 season with one of the most comprehensive media distribution strategies ever assembled for a startup women’s sports league, combining the national Scripps Sports Network FAST channel, global streaming with YouTube and local over-the-air television distribution, including in all four Upshot League markets (Greensboro, Savannah, Charlotte and Jacksonville).

Gutscheine7 Announces Launch of Germany Travel Savings Platform to Enhance Experience for U.S. Visitors

NEW YORK, N.Y., May 14, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Gutscheine7 (Gutscheine7.de), a Germany-focused coupon platform, today highlighted how its service helps U.S. travelers save money while shopping in Germany by providing access to localized discounts, real-time promotions, and easy-to-navigate deal listings. As international travel continues to rebound, American tourists are increasingly looking for practical ways to manage spending in unfamiliar retail environments.

Neurotech Reports Announces Thomas Stieglitz, Ph.D., as Keynote Speaker for the Second Annual Neurotech Leaders Forum imec

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., May 14, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Neurotech Reports today announced that Thomas Stieglitz, Ph.D., a globally recognized expert in neural engineering and implantable neurotechnology, will keynote the Second Annual Neurotech Leaders Forum imec, taking place June 23-24, 2026, in Leuven, Belgium. Launched in 2025, the Neurotech Leaders Forum imec has quickly become a key meeting point for neurotechnology executives, researchers, and investors.

Amba to Highlight Real-World Results in Webinar on Proactive, AI-Enabled Care

NAPLES, Fla., May 14, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Amba, a leader in passive AI-powered care technology, will host a live webinar titled “From Staffing Crisis To Operational Advantage” on May 20, 2026, focused on how senior living operators can move beyond reactive care and how working with better visibility and earlier insight improves operational efficiency. The session, presented in partnership with Senior Housing News, will feature Kristen Parsons, President of Tiffany Village and Kenny’s Pond.

The Mortgage Collaborative launches Mortgage AI Council to advance responsible AI adoption for community and mid-sized lenders

SAN DIEGO, Calif., May 14, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network for mortgage lenders, announced the formation of the Mortgage AI Council, a standing committee under TMC’s lender member board of directors. The council will give community banks, credit unions and independent mortgage bankers the governance frameworks, peer intelligence and collective voice needed to adopt artificial intelligence responsibly as the technology reshapes how lenders originate loans, assess risk and serve borrowers.

OptiFunder Connects LendingPad LOS to Genesis to Link Origination and Warehouse Funding

ST. LOUIS, Mo., May 14, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — OptiFunder®, the mortgage industry leader in warehouse management automation, announced a new integration with LendingPad, the award-winning, cloud-native loan origination system. The integration brings LendingPad and Genesis by OptiFunder together, creating a direct connection between loan origination and warehouse funding operations. The platforms align the loan lifecycle from origination through funding, reconciliation, and execution in the capital markets.

Watkins Insurance Group Expands Private Client Practice with Addition of Industry Veteran Patrick McFadden

AUSTIN, Texas, May 13, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Watkins Insurance Group, a leading independent insurance agency in Texas, has announced the addition of Patrick McFadden as a Private Client Insurance Advisor. McFadden brings 30 years of insurance experience and holds the LUTC and FSCP professional designations. His hire reflects the agency’s continued commitment to serving the Austin metro market and specifically the growing segment of individuals and families whose lifestyles and assets require a more tailored approach to coverage strategy and personal service.

Web Scribble Launches Career Center Technology for Colleges and Universities

BOCA RATON, Fla., May 13, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Web Scribble, a leading provider of career center technology for associations and mission-driven organizations, today announced the launch of Career Center technology for colleges and universities. The new offering helps institutions connect students earlier to employers, mentors, alumni, professional communities, career fairs, and long-term career pathways in one student-centered experience.

Simpson Elevates Senior Living Dining Experience with Joyous Program

WEST GROVE, Pa., May 13, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Simpson, a family of communities in Pennsylvania, is introducing a new spring and summer Joyous dining program to residents of Jenner’s Pond. Recognizing the joy many residents take in dining, whether socializing with neighbors or trying a new dish, the Joyous program from Sodexo brings together warm service, thoughtful experiences, and a daily variety of sustainable, vibrant meals. Jenner’s Pond was instrumental in shaping the vision behind the new Sodexo dining program, which is rolling out nationwide.

Kiosk Association Anchors Tech Hub at 2026 NRA Show, Highlights Self-Service, AI, Payments and Accessibility

CHICAGO, Ill. and DENVER, Colo., May 13, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Kiosk Manufacturer Association (KMA) and The Industry Group (TIG) will serve as a central technology hub for self-service, AI, payments, and accessibility at the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago, May 16-19. Restaurant operators and technology leaders are invited to visit Booth #5829 in the North Building at McCormick Place to see practical solutions that increase throughput, improve guest experience, and strengthen compliance across restaurant formats.

Vesta Partners with OptiFunder to Bring Loan Origination and Warehouse Funding Together

ST. LOUIS, Mo., May 12, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — OptiFunder®, the mortgage industry pioneer in warehouse management automation, has partnered with Vesta, the AI-native loan origination system and agent platform, to connect loan origination and warehouse funding workflows. The integration links origination, funding, and sale to the capital markets, eliminating fragmented systems and manual handoffs that have historically slowed execution and increased risk.

$20 Billion Tesla Semiconductor Plant Headlines 149 New Industrial Capital Projects

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., April 12, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Industrial SalesLeads released its April 2026 planned capital project spending report and saw a surge in new industrial manufacturing capital projects, with our research team tracking 149 newly identified planned industrial projects ranging from plant expansions and new construction to renovations and equipment upgrades. Leading the month is Tesla’s planned $20 billion semiconductor manufacturing facility in TX.

Optimal Blue report: Purchase demand holds firm as April lock activity cools

PLANO, Texas, May 12, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Optimal Blue today released its April 2026 Market Advantage mortgage data report, which found that mortgage lock activity pulled back after a strong first quarter. Total rate-lock volume declined 9% month over month (MoM) but remained 11% higher year over year (YoY). Purchase lock volume declined just under 2% from March but increased more than 9% from April 2025, continuing to lead production as refinance activity cooled.

FirstClose introduces SmartDocs disclosure automation through its point-of-sale platform

AUSTIN, Texas, May 11, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — FirstClose™, a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, today announced SmartDocs, a new disclosure intelligence capability available through its XpressEquity point-of-sale platform. SmartDocs functions as the intelligence layer that determines when disclosure obligations begin and initiates the appropriate workflow based on lender-configured rules, helping standardize timing and delivery across programs and jurisdictions.

The UPSHOT League Announces Inaugural Team Rosters Ahead of Historic Opening Season

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 11, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The UPSHOT League today announced the official rosters for its four founding franchises – the Jacksonville WAVES, Savannah STEEL, Charlotte CROWN, and Greensboro GROOVE – featuring more than 40 athletes with WNBA, international, and elite NCAA experience. The UPSHOT League tips off its inaugural season on May 15.

UPSHOT League Announces Founding Partners for Jacksonville Waves Ahead of Inaugural Season

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 11, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The UPSHOT League on Tuesday announced its founding corporate partners supporting the launch of the Jacksonville Waves, marking a significant milestone in the buildout of the league’s inaugural season and its mission to elevate women’s professional basketball through community-driven investment and innovation.

California’s Response to Ferret Lawsuit Raises Questions About Agency Authority and Petition Rights

LA MESA, Calif., May 11, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — LegalizeFerrets.org says a new phase has emerged in California’s long-running ferret controversy after the California Fish and Game Commission and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife filed demurrers in response to a lawsuit involving Petition 2025-003 – a citizen petition seeking reconsideration of California’s classification of domestic ferrets as restricted animals.

Art Unlimited Rebrands as A-Squared Marketing, Signaling Bold New Era in Digital and AI-Driven Strategy

COOK, Minn., May 11, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Art Unlimited, a full-service marketing agency, today announced it is officially rebranding as A-Squared Marketing, effective immediately. The new name reflects a sharpened strategic focus and an expanded suite of services – including cutting-edge AI-enabled search optimization – while honoring the agency’s long-standing commitment to results-driven marketing.

HitPaw VikPea V5.3.0 is Launched with Video Beauty, New AI Generative Models, and Next-Gen Video Generators

NEW YORK, N.Y., May 8, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — HitPaw, a leading innovator in multimedia software solutions, today announced the release of HitPaw VikPea V5.3.0, the latest update to its AI-powered video enhancement and generation platform. This release introduces a high-precision background removal model, a new video beauty module, upgraded AI generative models, and enhanced video generation with Kling 3.0 and Kling V3 Omni.

Glancy Wine Education Foundation Releases 2026 Impact Report, Marking Six Years of Progress in Diversifying the Wine Industry

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., May 8, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Glancy Wine Education Foundation (GWEF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to advancing diversity in the wine industry through scholarships for underserved professionals, today released its 2026 Impact Report. The report details the Foundation’s cumulative work since its 2020 founding and introduces newly compiled data on the demographic communities GWEF serves.

New Jersey’s Save Long Beach Island Sues NOAA for Failure to Protect Migration Corridor of Critically Endangered North Atlantic Right Whale

LONG BEACH ISLAND, N.J., May 7, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Save Long Beach Island (Save LBI), a nonprofit, non-partisan organization dedicated to protecting our oceans from needless industrialization, along with other concerned parties, filed suit against the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to compel the agency to act on a 2025 petition intended to protect the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale (NARW).

AgingIN Opens Registration for Longevity Pre-Summit and 2026 Conference ‘Peak Purpose: Redefining How We Live and Age’

BALTIMORE, Md., May 7, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — AgingIN, a national leader advancing innovation in eldercare, has opened registration for its highly anticipated annual conference, “Peak Purpose: Redefining How We Live and Age.” The event will explore the impact of how people-first living improves care and strengthens culture while helping organizations perform better.

New Book ‘The Super Seeders: How Plant Scientists Are Racing to Protect Global Food Security Amid Climate Change and Disease’ Explores the Hidden Global Revolution in Food Security

KANSAS CITY, Mo., May 7, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Author and entrepreneur Miles Hillmann announces the release of his new book, “The Super Seeders: How Plant Scientists Are Racing to Protect Global Food Security Amid Climate Change and Disease” (ISBN: 978-1834188355, released May 2, 2026 by Tellwell Publishing), a deeply researched and compelling account of the global scientific effort to safeguard the world’s food supply through advances in plant genetics, breeding, and genomic science.

MISMO awards eVault System Certification to DocMagic’s SmartSAFE eVaults

TORRANCE, Calif., May 7, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — DocMagic, Inc. (DocMagic®) announced today that it has received two new certifications from MISMO®, the Mortgage Industry Standards Maintenance Organization. MISMO’s eVault System Certification covers SmartSAFE®, DocMagic’s core eVault for managing eNote workflows and MERS® eRegistry activity, and SmartSAFE XL™, an API-first eVault designed for enterprise environments that require flexible deployments and support for a broader range of digital assets.

MISMO awards eVault System Certification to DocMagic’s SmartSAFE eVaults

TORRANCE, Calif., May 7, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — DocMagic, Inc. (DocMagic®) announced today that it has received two new certifications from MISMO®, the Mortgage Industry Standards Maintenance Organization. MISMO’s eVault System Certification covers SmartSAFE®, DocMagic’s core eVault for managing eNote workflows and MERS® eRegistry activity, and SmartSAFE XL™, an API-first eVault designed for enterprise environments that require flexible deployments and support for a broader range of digital assets.