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CLEVELAND, Ohio /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Top mortgage industry webcast The Big Picture, broadcast live every Thursday at 3 p.m. ET, announced a January slate of guests offering timely perspectives on how to navigate the regulatory landscape ahead, scale mortgage production while developing the next generation of originators, execute with discipline in volatile markets and expand access to homeownership in new ways.

WESTMINSTER, Colo. and NEW YORK CITY /New York Netwire - National News/ -- The Industry Group and Kiosk Industry Group are pleased to announce several major initiatives and recognitions in conjunction with the upcoming National Retail Federation (NRF) 2026 Big Show in New York City. Attendees are invited to visit Booth 2203 at the Javits Center to explore groundbreaking self-service technology, meet industry leaders, and celebrate excellence across the self-service, kiosk, digital signage, and retail automation ecosystem.

CHICAGO, Ill. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Ascribe, a leading provider of real estate valuation and inspection services, has appointed Craig Bennett as chief executive officer to lead the company in its next phase of growth.Bennett brings nearly 15 years of senior-level experience in financial services to his post which includes 5 years at StoicLane, Ascribe's parent company.

SAN ANTONIO, Texas /New York Netwire - National News/ -- MindBridge Math Mastery, a U.S.-based educational services organization specializing in conceptual math instruction, is issuing new guidance regarding widespread math learning gaps that allow students to advance academically without developing true understanding. Founded and led by educational clinician Susan Ardila, M.Ed., the organization reports that these gaps frequently remain undetected for years.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation's only independent, wholly-owned mortgage lending cooperative, today announced the appointment of Rich Swerbinsky as Strategic Advisor to the CEO & President and Heidi Belnay as Senior Advisor for Business Development. These strategic additions to the leadership team position TMC for accelerated growth and continued industry impact in 2026 and beyond.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- HitPaw, a leading provider of AI-powered creative solutions, today announced the official release of HitPaw FotorPea V5.2.0, delivering a major upgrade focused on intelligent editing workflows and professional-grade image enhancement. This version introduces the all-new AI Canvas alongside enhanced RAW image support and denoising, empowering users to edit, enhance, and create images with greater flexibility and precision.

VALENCIA, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- IRS Solutions® announces today that it has completed the SOC 2® examination. As tax professionals face growing security expectations, technology providers must prove accountability and consistency in how they handle data. A recently completed SOC 2® examination provides independent validation that IRS Solutions systems maintain secure, reliable, and confidential operations.

HONG KONG /New York Netwire - National News/ -- TunesKit, a leading software developer dedicated to providing top-notch utility solutions, is proud to announce the official release of its latest product, TunesKit Android Unlocker. This powerful tool offers Android users a secure, efficient, and user-friendly way to remove various types of screen locks and bypass Google Factory Reset Protection (FRP) without requiring a Google account or password.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Natural Transplants(r), a leader in permanent hair restoration, has been officially recognized as the #1 facility in the latest industry rankings of the Top Hair Transplant Clinics in Fort Lauderdale. This prestigious accolade from ReVerb solidifies the clinic's status as the premier destination for patients seeking life-changing results through advanced surgical techniques.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Exciting news for readers ready for a juicy journey through high society and the hip-hop culture of the South: Karen Soven's "Once Upon A Time In Palm Beach: Tales of Life & Love from the Land of Sunshine & Money" (ISBN: 978-1964377605 [ebook]; 978-1964377599 [paperback]; 978-1964377612 [hardcover], Legacy Launch Pad Publishing) provides that and more.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation's leading independent cooperative network for mortgage lenders, today announced it will host the inaugural ACT Technology Summit, short for Accelerator and Collaborative Transformation, a two-day standalone mortgage technology competition and showcase Aug. 12-13 at The Highlands Hotel in Dallas.

WASHINGTON, D.C. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C., one of the Washington D.C. area's most distinguished personal injury law firms, has once again been recognized in the prestigious 2026 Edition of Best Law Firms(r), marking the seventh consecutive year the firm has earned this honor. This latest achievement reinforces the firm's position as a consistent leader in personal injury and medical malpractice litigation throughout the Washington D.C. metropolitan area.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- What if men had to prove they were marriage material? What if men were judged by their biceps and facial symmetry? What if men needed to smile more in order to get promoted? And what if this wasn't satire - but a classified transmission from the future? Welcome to "Galaxy 360: A Woman's Playground," produced by Movement 360 Inc., the feminist sci-fi universe quietly taking over the internet.

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- ViewTech Borescopes announced the introduction of the new VJ-4 8.4mm triple camera borescope this week: engineered to provide a near-360-degree field of view. Using three integrated high-resolution cameras - one forward-facing camera and two side-facing cameras - the triple camera borescope delivers a more comprehensive assessment for the most demanding professional and industrial applications.

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NEWBURY PARK, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- freebeat AI (freebeat.ai), an AI-powered music video creation platform, today announced the launch of a new version of its AI Music Video Generator, introducing a more expressive Music Video Agent that adapts how visuals are created for different types of songs.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- This holiday season, HitPaw, a global leader in AI-powered creative solutions, teams up with PixPretty, an emerging AI visual creation platform, to launch the HitPaw & PixPretty Christmas Special Treats campaign. This cross-brand collaboration delivers genuine holiday value to creators worldwide, combining a free AI Portrait Editor Access with exclusive discounts of up to 50% off across HitPaw's product lineup.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Fineshare, a leading AI audio and video software company, today officially announced the launch of Vora AI, an AI-powered video generation and enhancement tool purpose-built to elevate Sora videos. With Vora, users can instantly upgrade videos to 4K ultra-high definition and generate clean, pro-grade videos, while also accessing a continuous stream of creative ideas to produce more compelling, high‑impact videos that drive visibility and audience engagement.

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /New York Netwire - National News/ -- Industrial SalesLeads reported a strong rebound in the Food and Beverage industry with 53 new planned capital projects identified in November 2025. The Firm, which tracks North American industrial activity including facility expansions, new plant construction, and major equipment upgrades, confirmed the increase as part of its latest project spending report.