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Optimal Blue no-cost, AI-powered assistant is built for executive decision-makers seeking fast answers to complex profitability questions

PLANO, Texas /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Optimal Blue today announced that Ask Obi, an AI-powered assistant designed to help mortgage lending executives extract real-time insights from across Optimal Blue's capital markets platform, is now generally available to all PPE clients. Introduced at the company's inaugural user conference in February and refined through beta testing with select clients, Ask Obi provides executives with fast answers to complex profitability questions at no additional cost.

Publishers Newswire’s ‘BOOKS TO BOOKMARK’ List for Q1/2025 Showcases 11 Interesting New Books Worth a Look

TEMECULA, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Publishers Newswire (PNW), an online news publisher covering books, music, indie film, and software launched in 2004, today announced its latest quarterly "books to bookmark" list for Q1 (Jan.-March) 2025, noting 11 new and interesting "good reads" from small publishers released in 2025. These newly published books are often overlooked due to not coming from major traditional book publishing houses or celebrity authors.

AudFree Streaming Audio Recorder Could Be Ultimate Tool for High-Quality Music Capture

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- AudFree, a leading developer of multimedia software solutions, today announced the launch of AudFree Streaming Audio Recorder, a powerful and user-friendly tool designed to record music from multiple streaming music platforms while preserving original audio quality. This innovative software empowers music lovers to enjoy their favorite tracks offline without restrictions, supporting customizable audio settings, fast speed, and ID3 tag retention.

How to Translate Images with the Best AI Image Translator in 2025: Transmonkey

LONDON, U.K. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- In 2025, artificial intelligence is making it easier than ever to translate images across different languages. According to Transmonkey, its latest image translator update now allows users to quickly and accurately translate text in images into more than 130 languages, all while perfectly preserving the original layout. This makes sharing and localizing visual content simple for everyone-from businesses and educators to travelers and creators.

To Automate Income Validation, Informative Research Integrates AccountChek with Halcyon

GARDEN GROVE, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Informative Research, a premier technology provider delivering data-driven credit and verification solutions to the lending community, today announced a strategic integration with Halcyon, a fintech innovator revolutionizing income verification through real-time access to IRS tax transcript data. This integration delivers verification of employment and income (VOE/I) reports-including payroll and paystub data-directly into Halcyon's income calculator, enabling faster, more automated income assessments.

ACES Mortgage QC Industry Trends Report for Q4/CY 2024 finds quarterly defect rate falls to 1.16% as annual loan quality improves

DENVER, Colo. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced the release of its quarterly ACES Mortgage QC Industry Trends Report covering the fourth quarter (Q4) and calendar year (CY) of 2024. The latest report analyzes post-closing quality control data derived from ACES Quality Management & Control® software.

Spire Selling is excited to unveil a career development program which offers self-paced selling courses

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- In times of economic turbulence, shifting markets and rising global tariffs, traditional sales methods are faltering. That's why Spire Selling (spireselling.com) has launched a career development program in addition to a new book - "Cheating Death" (ISBN: 978-1069339287) by CEO and 35+ year sales veteran, Robert Herbst.

His Daughters House proudly launches His Daughters Health, an integrated health and housing division redefining care and assistance

RIVERSIDE, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- A seismic shift is underway in supporting individuals and families with complex needs, including homelessness, behavioral health challenges, and chronic medical conditions. His Daughters House proudly launches His Daughters Health, an integrated health and housing division redefining care and assistance in California. Our one-stop model prioritizes stability, health equity, and long-term outcomes, ensuring individuals and families receive coordinated, trauma-informed care that addresses immediate needs and builds lasting pathways to self-sufficiency.

Beaverton Motorcycles Riders Win Big at Daytona in March

BEAVERTON, Ore. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- March 10th at the 2025 Daytona American Flat Track races, two of the Pacific Northwest’s finest, Kody Kopp and Davis Fisher, came home with hardware. Kody Kopp clinched 1st place in AFT Singles, continuing his dominance as a 3-time back-to-back champion. Kopp raced his KTM 450 SX-F to the top spot. Davis Fisher took 3rd in AFT SuperTwins in his Daytona debut on the KTM 790 Duke, Beaverton Motorcycles announced today.

Back in Print – Steven Murphy’s Explosive Memoir ‘Pyjama Boy’ Returns to Shake and Inspire a New Generation

BRISBANE, Queensland /New York Netwire - National News/ -- He was the child no one wanted, the boy in crumpled pyjamas roaming the streets while the world looked away. Now, Steven Murphy's gripping memoir "Pyjama Boy" (ISBN: 978-1779626011) is back, updated, unfiltered, and more relevant than ever. This is not just a comeback. It's a wake-up call.

How to Make Free AI Animated Videos from Text in 2025 with the Best AI Video Generator, NOVI AI

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- In 2025, AI is revolutionizing content creation-especially when it comes to turning text into animated videos. Whether you're a content creator, educator, or marketer, making free AI animated videos from text is now easier than ever. With tools like iMyFone Novi AI, a free AI animated video generator, users can easily create engaging videos from plain text-no prior editing experience required.

StarknightMT’s 2025 Memorial Day Sale Honors the Brave with Exclusive Savings

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Memorial Day is a time to honor the courage, sacrifice, and service of our nation's heroes. At StarknightMT, we believe the best way to show gratitude is to embrace the freedom they fought for-and there's no better way to do that than by hitting the trail with confidence. From May 13 to May 31, 2025, StarknightMT invites UTV riders to celebrate the holiday with the Memorial Day Sale.

ACES Quality Management Named a ‘Best Places to Work’ for 2025 in Financial Tech

DENVER, Colo. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, today announced that it has been named one of the 2025 Best Places to Work in Financial Technology. The annual awards program recognizes the leading companies in the financial technology sector that foster exceptional workplace experiences and support employee engagement satisfaction.

Industrial SalesLeads: 48 New Industrial Projects for Food and Beverage in April 2025

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Industrial SalesLeads released its April 2025 report on planned capital project spending within the North American Food and Beverage industry, revealing a total of 48 new projects. Notably, renovations and equipment upgrades constituted 44% of this activity. The Firm's tracking encompasses facility expansions, new plant constructions, and key equipment modernization initiatives within the sector.

Argyle, has announced the debut of its integration with Encompass Consumer Connect

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Argyle, a service provider automating income and employment verifications for some of the largest lenders in the United States, today announced the debut of its integration with Encompass® Consumer Connect™, a digital mortgage point-of-sale solution from ICE Mortgage Technology®, part of Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE). In addition, Argyle announced the release of significant upgrades to its existing integration with ICE Mortgage Technology's flagship Encompass® loan origination system.

Stack Sports announces a new strategic partnership with the Florida Coaches Coalition (FCC)

ORLANDO, Fla. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Stack Sports, the leading provider of sports management solutions, is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with the Florida Coaches Coalition (FCC), the principal advocate and leadership organization for coaches in Florida. This collaboration will help provide resources and technology for high school, middle school, and youth coaches throughout the state.

First Choice Safety Solutions in Connecticut Joins Petzl Technical Partner Program

MYSTIC, Conn. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- First Choice Safety Solutions: Safety, Rescue, Access, Training, and Gear is proud to announce its official partnership with Petzl, a global leader in safety, fall protection, and rope access equipment, as a Petzl Technical Partner (PTP). This collaboration will significantly enhance safety training, equipment accessibility, and expert consulting services for industries where workplace safety is paramount.

Optimal Blue’s April 2025 Market Advantage report shows stronger purchase activity, a shifting loan mix, and signs of investor caution

PLANO, Texas /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Optimal Blue today released its April 2025 Market Advantage mortgage data report showing total loan lock volume rose 3.2% month-over-month (MoM) as the spring homebuying season progressed, with purchase locks up 7.5% despite ongoing economic pressures.

Cafely LLC Releases World’s Strongest Coffee: Cafely’s BanMe Blend

LAS VEGAS, Nev. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Cafely, the premium Vietnamese coffee brand known for bold flavor profiles, today announced the official release of BanMe, its most potent offering yet and a legitimate contender for the world's strongest coffee. These exceptional beans are sourced directly from Vietnam's renowned coffee capital, Buon Ma Thuot, at an altitude of 800 meters in the lush Central Highlands.

Echoes of the Forest, a N.C. Nonprofit, to Host Unveiling Event for First ‘Echo’ in Asheville’s River Arts District

ASHEVILLE, N.C. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Echoes of the Forest, an Asheville-based 501(c)(3), is thrilled to announce the unveiling of its very first Echo. This is a significant milestone in the organization's mission to promote community revitalization, environmental restoration, and economic rejuvenation through art. The event will take place at Foundation Woodworks in Asheville's River Arts District on Thursday, June 12 at 5 p.m..

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