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  • Too Lost Secures 9-Figure Strategic Investment Led by GoldState Music and TA Associates

    Too Lost Secures 9-Figure Strategic Investment Led by GoldState Music and TA Associates

    Too Lost has announced a strategic investment led by GoldState Music and TA Associates, alongside a senior credit facility from Pinnacle Financial Partners.

    NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Too Lost has announced a strategic investment led by GoldState Music and TA Associates, alongside a senior credit facility from Pinnacle Financial Partners.

    This capital significantly expands Too Lost’s ability to invest in artist advances, catalog acquisitions, and the continued development of its proprietary technology platform. Too Lost’s founders and management team will continue to lead the company and remain its largest shareholders.

    The investment brings together Too Lost’s technology-driven platform with two experienced institutional partners in music, technology, and services. GoldState Music—who recently announced a strategic partnership with Bridgepoint targeting growth investments—brings deep expertise in music investing and intends to work closely with Too Lost as a commercial partner.

    Meanwhile, TA Associates contributes a long track record of partnering with growth companies across technology and services. The credit facility from Pinnacle Financial Partners provides dedicated debt capital to support artist advances, catalog acquisitions, and broader strategic initiatives.

    “We built Too Lost to give independent artists and labels the technology, services, and support they need to grow on their own terms,” Too Lost Co-Founder & CEO Gregory Hirschhorn told Digital Music News. “GoldState and TA share our respect for artist independence and our long-term vision for modernizing the music industry. Their deep experience and resources will allow us to invest further in our platform, expand globally, and put more capital and opportunity directly into artists’ hands.”

    “The independent music sector continues to grow faster than the broader industry, and creators are increasingly looking for sophisticated support and services without sacrificing ownership,” adds Michael Berk, Managing Director & Co-Head of TA’s North America Services Group. “Too Lost has built a differentiated platform that combines industry-leading technology with high-touch services, positioning the company well to meet artists’ evolving needs and benefit from the industry’s long-term growth.”

    “Too Lost has rapidly emerged as a trusted distribution and publishing partner, with a scalable platform that supports the creative music community, from emerging artists releasing their first works to the institutional investor actively managing a complex portfolio of music rights,” adds Charles Goldstuck, Founder & Managing Partner of GoldState Music. “We are excited to partner with Too Lost to help drive innovation, create greater value for artists, and deploy capital in support of their growth.”

    JEGI LEONIS served as financial advisor to Too Lost, and Paul Hasting LLP provided legal counsel. Ropes & Gray LLP served as legal counsel to TA Associates. Audit, tax, and additional advisory services were provided by Deloitte LLP, EisnerAmper LLP, and Grant Thorton LLP.

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  • ProHealth Connect and SKUx Partner on Item-Level Payments for CPG Promotions and Medicare Advantage OTC

    ProHealth Connect and SKUx Partner on Item-Level Payments for CPG Promotions and Medicare Advantage OTC

    ProHealth Connect (“PHC”) and SKUx today announced a strategic partnership to enable item-level commerce orchestration at the retail checkout.

    ST. PETERSBURG, FL AND MELVILLE, NY, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — ProHealth Connect (“PHC”) and SKUx today announced a strategic partnership to enable item-level commerce orchestration at the retail checkout. This collaboration integrates PHC’s healthcare benefits and Over-the-Counter (OTC) program expertise with SKUx’s SKUPay®—a platform providing item-level offer precision, tender innovation, and support for emerging payment rails. By streamlining these complex capabilities into a single solution, merchants can now activate multiple funded-value services simultaneously. This allows health plans and brands to deliver value to consumers with greater precision and control at the point of sale (POS), significantly expanding access and usability across a broad retail network.

    Expanding Reach Through Technical Innovation
    Through this partnership, PHC is deploying SKUPay across its network of nearly 11,000 independent merchants to provide item-level accuracy for funded programs including-consumer CPG offers, humanitarian aid, and other eligibility-based programs. “ProHealth Connect is excited to equip our network with these next-generation capabilities,” said Andrew Winakor, President of ProHealth Connect. “By simplifying how multiple funded programs—from CPG promotions to OTC benefits— can be delivered through a single connection, we are achieving our vision for the future of item-level commerce at checkout while expanding the role independent retailers play in serving their communities”.
    Simultaneously, PHC will extend its OTC and healthy benefit programs through the SKUx merchant network, increasing access for Medicare Advantage members at local retailers beyond PHC’s current footprint. To date, PHC has served 1.7 million unique customers and processed nearly $875 million in OTC and grocery transactions. By combining their respective merchant footprints, both companies are positioned to deliver stronger outcomes for consumers, merchants, and program sponsors alike.

    Modernizing the Marketplace
    “The traditional systems for managing sponsor-funded offers and retail payments are ripe for modernization,” noted Bobby Tinsley, CEO and Co-founder of SKUx. “By combining SKUPay precision with ProHealth Connect’s scale, we’re creating a more efficient way for merchants to activate multiple services through the POS. We’re excited to equip independent merchants with frictionless acceptance of targeted promotions while expanding access to supplemental benefits—delivering meaningful value for brands, local retailers, and the communities they serve”.
    This partnership arrives as demand for pre-funded retail programs continues to accelerate. However, legacy promotion models are increasingly constrained by limited reach and basket-level controls. With Medicare Advantage enrollment projected to reach 35.7 million in 2025 and OTC medication sales estimated at $44.3 billion, the need for modern, item-level commerce has never been greater. Today’s announcement bridges these trends, ensuring funded value is applied at the right time and for the right purpose in local markets nationwide.

    About ProHealth Connect LLC
    ProHealth Connect LLC is a healthcare fintech platform that serves as the connectivity layer between benefit administrators and independent retailers. Through a single platform, retailers can process OTC, grocery, disaster relief, and other approved digital benefits. By unlocking interoperability across programs and administrators, ProHealth democratizes access to billions of dollars in benefit spending while strengthening the role of community retailers in serving local populations. Learn more: prohealthconnect.com.

    About SKUx
    SKUx provides a purpose-driven network that combines easy mobile wallet delivery with granular transaction controls. Their platform allows brands to replace legacy coupon systems with secure digital payments restricted by category, location, or SKU-level precision to eliminate fraud and provide 360-degree visibility. Through SKUPay®, SKUx can execute both SKUx-enabled and third-party managed programs—including benefits and other eligibility-based programs—with item-level precision at checkout. Learn more: skux.io.

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  • West Orlando Compares Independent vs Corporate Collision Shops

    West Orlando Compares Independent vs Corporate Collision Shops

    Independent Collision Shop vs Big Chain: Which Should You Choose?

    Orlando, United States – February 16, 2026 / db Orlando Collision – West /

    ORLANDO, FL – February 2026 – db Orlando Collision West has released a new consumer education guide explaining operational differences between independent collision repair facilities and multi-location corporate auto body chains.

    The guide, published on the company’s website, provides a structured comparison of how ownership models, repair planning processes, insurance relationships, and manufacturer procedure adherence may vary across repair facilities. It is designed to help drivers in West Orlando better understand what to evaluate when selecting a repair center after an accident.

    The full educational article is available at:
    https://orlandocollision.com/auto-body-shop/independent-collision-shop-vs-big-chain-which-should-you-choose/

    Focus on Repair Process and Documentation

    According to the guide, independent collision repair facilities are typically locally owned and managed. Corporate collision repair organizations operate across multiple markets using standardized systems and centralized operational structures.

    The publication explains that business structure alone does not determine repair quality. Instead, it encourages consumers to review:

    • Whether manufacturer repair procedures are researched for each repair

    • Whether pre- and post-repair diagnostic scans are performed

    • How advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) recalibrations are handled

    • What documentation is provided upon repair completion

    Additional information about db Orlando Collision West’s repair services can be found at:
    https://www.dborlandocollision.com/collision-repair/

    Manufacturer Repair Procedures and Modern Vehicle Complexity

    The guide highlights the growing complexity of modern vehicles, which frequently incorporate high-strength steel, aluminum construction, structural adhesives, and integrated electronic safety systems.

    Automakers publish detailed Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) repair procedures that outline approved structural methods, corrosion protection requirements, and electronic calibration standards. These procedures are typically accessed through manufacturer repair information systems, such as Honda’s official repair portal:
    https://techinfo.honda.com

    The guide also references broader vehicle safety resources from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA):
    https://www.nhtsa.gov

    As vehicle technology evolves, adherence to manufacturer procedures has become a central topic in the collision repair industry.

    Insurance Relationships and Workflow Considerations

    The publication further explains how insurance program participation can affect repair workflow. Some facilities participate in Direct Repair Programs (DRPs), which are agreements between insurers and repair centers intended to streamline claims handling.

    The guide clarifies that DRP participation does not automatically determine repair outcomes. However, it encourages drivers to ask how repair plans are developed, how supplements are handled, and how manufacturer procedures are incorporated into final repair decisions.

    db Orlando Collision West states that it does not participate in DRP agreements, allowing repair plans to be developed independently based on vehicle manufacturer requirements.

    Statement from Ownership

    “Vehicle repair today requires attention to structural standards, electronic calibration, and manufacturer documentation,” said Drew Bryant, Owner and President of db Orlando Collision. “This guide was created to help drivers understand what questions to ask when choosing a repair facility.”

    Local Resource for West Orlando Drivers

    The guide encourages West Orlando drivers to evaluate repair facilities based on technician certifications, access to manufacturer information, in-house diagnostic capabilities, written warranty coverage, and communication practices.

    About db Orlando Collision – West Orlando

    db Orlando Collision West is a collision repair facility located in Orlando, Florida. The company provides structural repair, refinishing, and advanced vehicle system calibration services. The organization emphasizes manufacturer repair research, technician training, and documented repair processes designed to support vehicle safety and long-term performance.

    db Orlando Collision – West Orlando
    6359 Edgewater Dr
    Orlando, FL 32810
    Phone: (407) 436-6500
    Website: https://orlandocollision.com/

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    6359 Edgewater Dr
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  • The Birth of a New Dark Hero! Ultra-Violent Action Saga ‘TANK CHAIR-戦車椅子-‘ Anime Series: Coming Fall 2026

    New “TANK CHAIR” teaser, trailer, and screenshots revealed! Staff comments are in, and the official Discord fan club is now OPEN! Join the global community now.

    TOKYO, JAPAN, March 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Over 1 Million Copies in Circulation Worldwide! It has been decided that the popular work TANK CHAIR, created by the visionary Manabu Yashiro and currently serialized in Monthly Shonen Sirius (Kodansha), will be adapted into an anime series in Fall 2026.

    The animation of 『TANK CHAIR-戦車椅子-』, which is drawing fans around the world into a whirlpool of enthusiasm, will be handled by Polygon Pictures, an animation studio recognized worldwide for its overwhelming visual power. The Director, Series Composition, and Screenplay will be handled by Tadahiro “Tady” Yoshihira, who worked on Star Wars: Visions Vol. 3 – The Bird of Paradise and Knights of Sidonia: Love Woven in the Stars. Hiroaki Ando (Kaina of the Great Snow Sea, AJIN – DEMI-HUMAN -) will also serve as Director and Screenplay writer, and Yuki Moriyama (BLAME!, AJIN – DEMI-HUMAN -) will participate as Character Designer. The music will be handled by Masaru Yokoyama (MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM IRON-BLOODED ORPHANS, MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES).

    In conjunction with this information release, the teaser visual, teaser PV, and first-look screenshots, as well as comments from the original creator Manabu Yashiro and the main staff, are being released all at once.
    The teaser visual was specially drawn by the original creator, Manabu Yashiro! It powerfully depicts a dynamic battle scene of the protagonist, who freely maneuvers a “Tank Chair” (a modified wheelchair) and annihilates enemies with overwhelming combat force. In addition to the opening of the official teaser site and various official social media accounts, an official fan community “TANK CHAIR FANCLUB” will be established on Discord, where fans can participate in giveaway campaigns and view exclusive content. At AnimeJapan 2026, free stickers featuring the newly unveiled teaser visual will be distributed in limited quantities at the Bandai Namco Filmworks booth!


    ■INTRODUCTION
    The Birth of a New Dark Hero!
    The violent action saga of “Bloodlust and Bonds” finally receives an anime adaptation!

    Nagi Taira, the world’s deadliest hitman, fell into a deep coma after shielding his younger sister from a hail of bullets. But there is one twisted condition for his awakening: he must be targeted by an “Intent to Kill.”
    Believing that “extraordinary bloodlust” will lead to his full recovery, his sister, Shizuka Taira, takes her brother on a brutal “rehabilitation” journey against the most formidable foes!

    Currently serialized in Kodansha’s Monthly Shonen Sirius, this sensation by the visionary creator Manabu Yashiro has already ignited a frenzy among international fans. Now, it’s ready to conquer the screen!

    The animation is produced by the world-renowned Polygon Pictures. Known for their overwhelming visual prowess in global hits like Knights of Sidonia, Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, and Star Wars: Visions Vol. 3 – Bird of Paradise, they bring this pulse-pounding world to life with breathtaking dynamism and unmatched intensity.

    ■Comments Have Arrived from Original Creator Manabu Yashiro, and the Main Staff
    ・Original Creator：Manabu Yashiro
    “Complex mechanics, strange monsters, cluttered cities, and absurd action… These are the things I love. And TANK CHAIR is where I did all of that. However, I always thought, ‘It would be so hard to animate, so it’ll probably never happen…’
    But! The team at Polygon Pictures made it happen!! Directors Tady and Ando, along with the rest of the staff, have sublimated the essence of the original work into an incredible visual experience with terrifying passion and technical skill.
    Nagi, Shizuka, Dr. Radio, Naozumi, Touko, Uzu, Sensei… everyone is so cute and cool.
    Please look forward to seeing TANK CHAIR run wild across the screen! “

    【Profile】
    Received an Honorable Mention for Muhouchitai (No-man’s-land) at the 39th JUMP Treasure Newcomer Manga Award (Shueisha) in September 2010. Made his debut with the one-shot Shin-Onigashima published in Weekly Shonen Jump NEXT! 2011 WINTER (Shueisha). In the following year, 2011, he entered the 7th Weekly Shonen Jump Gold Future Cup. His work Murahagane was published in the Weekly Shonen Jump 2011 Combined Issue No. 35/36 (Shueisha). After serializing all four chapters of Natsu to Mikoshi to Kyodai Kaiju (Summer, Portable Shrines, and Giant Monsters; original story by Takuma Yokota) on JUMP LIVE in 2013, he took a hiatus from drawing.

    He returned in May 2021 with Asshuku Kyouikuyou Kashou Kuukan (Virtual Space for Compressed Education), included in the Knights of Sidonia Tribute Manga & Illustration Collection (Kodansha Sirius KC). From July 2021, he began the exclusive distribution of the serialized series TANK CHAIR on Apple Books. Subsequently, the sequel was serialized on Magazine Pocket (Kodansha) starting in November 2022. Due to its popularity, it moved to Monthly Shonen Sirius (Kodansha) for serialization in November 2024.

    ▶︎Other Comments: https://tankchair-anime.com/en/

    ■Official Fan Community “TANK CHAIR FANCLUB” Opens on Discord!
    An official fan community inspired by the original work is opening on Discord! Registration for Discord and joining the fan club are completely free. From participating in giveaway projects and discussing impressions or theories about the work to checking out fan club-exclusive content, the ways to enjoy it are endless. Please look forward to the anime premiere in Fall 2026 in your own way!

    Join the Discord server “TANK CHAIR FANCLUB” using the invitation code (URL) below!
    Community Invitation URL: https://discord.gg/UgvnVPQQN9

    ■Official Teaser Site and Social Media Channels Now Open!
    The official teaser site and various official social media accounts are now open! We will be delivering the latest information on TANK CHAIR.

    【Official Teaser Site】 https://tankchair-anime.com/en/
    【Official Social Media Accounts】
    Official X: @anime_tankchair (https://x.com/anime_tankchair)
    Official TikTok: @anime_tankchair (https://www.tiktok.com/@anime_tankchair)
    Official Instagram: @anime_tankchair (https://www.instagram.com/anime_tankchair/)
    Recommended Hashtag: #TANKCHAIR

    Title: TANK CHAIR-戦車椅子-
    Release Date: Fall 2026
    Original Work: Based on the manga “Tank Chair” by Manabu Yashiro, originally serialized in the Monthly SHONEN SIRIUS magazine published by KODANSHA Ltd.
    Director / Series Composition / Screenplay: Tadahiro “Tady” Yoshihira
    Director / Screenplay: Hiroaki Ando
    Character Designer: Yuki Moriyama
    Production Designer: Kazuma Teshigahara
    Music: Masaru Yokoyama
    Animation Production: Polygon Pictures

    Copyright: ©Manabu Yashiro, KODANSHA/”Tank Chair” Production Committee
    Please include this credit when using images or logos.

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    Please download and use the assets for media and news coverage from the link below.
    Folder: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1FupsHIy3TiorTTTISsaTTSpN5Zcp70Eu?usp=drive_link

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  • Genuine Optics Previews 3.2T CPO Optical Engine with 200G/Lane Microring Modulators

    Genuine Optics Previews 3.2T CPO Optical Engine with 200G/Lane Microring Modulators

    Empowering Scalable 3.2T/6.4T Scale-Up Optical Connectivity Solutions for the AI Era

    This optical engine highlights Genuine Optics’ strengths in silicon photonics, advanced packaging, linear optics, and future high-density architectures for AI data centers.”
    — David Huff, VP Sales and Marketing

    LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — At OFC 2026, Genuine Optics will showcase a 3.2T CPO optical engine built on glass-substrate TGV packaging and single-lambda 200G microring modulators (MRM), designed for next-generation AI infrastructure.

    As AI system interconnects move beyond 1.6T toward 3.2T and 6.4T architectures, optical interconnects must deliver higher bandwidth density, lower power, and better scalability. Genuine Optics’ new CPO optical engine is designed to meet those requirements for both scale-up and scale-out networks.

    Key points
    • 3.2T total bandwidth using a single 16-channel silicon photonics microring modulator (MRM) chip
    • 200G per lane performance for next-generation optical connectivity
    • More than 3 Tbps/mm bandwidth density, supporting high beachfront density designs
    • Glass-substrate TGV packaging for lower loss and improved high-speed signal performance
    • 8-wavelength DWDM architecture to reduce fiber count and simplify cabling
    • Compatibility with a quantum-dot optical frequency comb external laser source
    • Designed for 3.2T deployment today moving to 6.4T systems

    “This optical engine highlights Genuine Optics’ strengths in silicon photonics, advanced packaging, linear optics, and future high-density architectures for AI data centers,” said David Huff, Vice President Sales and Marketing at Genuine. “It also reflects the company’s focus on practical next-generation solutions that improve power efficiency, scalability, and system integration.”
    See the live demo at Genuine’s booth #1425 at OFC 2026 March 17-19.

    About Genuine Optics
    Genuine Optics delivers high-performance optical transceivers and active cable solutions engineered for the demands of AI networking and modern data centers. From its headquarters in San Jose, CA, the company provides a complete portfolio of interconnect technologies—spanning fully retimed (FRO), linear retimed optics (LRO), linear pluggable optics (LPO), active electrical cables (AEC), active copper cables (ACC), and ZR optics. This technological breadth is backed by robust manufacturing capabilities in Thailand, ensuring scalable production and supply chain reliability for a global customer base.

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  • ThoughtFocus Expands AI Innovation with ThoughtFocus Lab and AI Czar Office

    ThoughtFocus Expands AI Innovation with ThoughtFocus Lab and AI Czar Office

    NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — ThoughtFocus, a global provider of digital services and technology solutions, today announced the expansion of its artificial intelligence initiatives with the launch of ThoughtFocus Lab, an evolution of the company’s earlier ThoughtFocus Build (TFBuild) program. The company also formalized its AI Czar Office, led by Bradley Clerkin, AI Czar at ThoughtFocus, to strengthen leadership around AI innovation and accelerate enterprise adoption of artificial intelligence across client solutions and internal platforms.

    Originally launched as TFBuild, the initiative enabled ThoughtFocus teams to experiment with emerging technologies, prototype platforms, and develop practical AI use cases addressing client and industry challenges. Building on that foundation, ThoughtFocus Lab expands these efforts by scaling applied AI innovation, industry-focused solution development, and enterprise-grade technology engineering.

    ThoughtFocus Lab will serve as a hub for engineers, domain experts, and AI practitioners working to develop and deploy AI-powered solutions that address real-world enterprise challenges. By expanding the work begun under TFBuild, the company aims to help organizations translate AI innovation into measurable business outcomes.

    “At ThoughtFocus, we believe the real power of AI lies in how it empowers people to solve complex problems and deliver greater value for our clients,” said Nick Sharma, CEO of ThoughtFocus. “The evolution of TFBuild into ThoughtFocus Lab and the formalization of the AI Czar Office reflect our commitment to equipping our teams with the capabilities needed to turn AI innovation into practical solutions for our customers.”

    The AI Czar Office, led by Bradley Clerkin, formalizes the leadership structure guiding ThoughtFocus’ AI initiatives across engineering, innovation, and delivery. Avinash Dongre, Vice President of Engineering, AI and Innovation, will continue to play a key role within the office, helping advance AI engineering initiatives and ensuring that innovations progress from experimentation to enterprise deployment.

    ThoughtFocus also announced that Gayathri Devi Jayan (GD) has joined as AI Strategist and Consultant. GD is the Founder of AIDVICE, an AI advisory firm that helps enterprises adopt and operationalize applied and responsible AI. She also serves as Chapter President, India, for the Applied AI Association and was recognized by The Economic Times AI as one of the Top 5 Women Leaders in AI, GD brings more than three decades of leadership experience in the global technology and engineering services industry, having held senior roles at Wipro, L&T Technology Services, Cognizant, Verizon, and Virtusa. She will work closely with the AI Czar Office, including Clerkin and Dongre, to further embed AI across ThoughtFocus’ platforms, learning initiatives, and client solutions.

    Madan Mewari, who leads delivery at ThoughtFocus, will collaborate with the AI Czar Office and engineering teams to operationalize these initiatives across client programs, ensuring that innovations emerging from ThoughtFocus Lab translate into scalable enterprise solutions.

    Together, ThoughtFocus Lab, the AI Czar Office, and the company’s expanded AI leadership ecosystem represent a significant step in ThoughtFocus’ efforts to scale applied AI innovation and help enterprises harness AI responsibly to address industry challenges and unlock new opportunities.


    About ThoughtFocus

    ThoughtFocus is a domain-led, engineering-driven technology and services partner that enables organizations to build and modernize core applications and platforms, scale operations, and embed responsible AI. Headquartered in the United States and supported by a global team of more than 3,000 professionals across five countries, ThoughtFocus combines deep industry expertise with disciplined engineering execution to help clients solve complex business challenges.

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  • Tonic.ai Announces General Availability of Tonic Textual for Microsoft Fabric

    Tonic.ai Announces General Availability of Tonic Textual for Microsoft Fabric

    Privacy-protected, unstructured data now production-ready inside Microsoft Fabric.

    SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Tonic.ai, a leader in synthetic data solutions for AI development, today announced the general availability of Tonic Textual for Microsoft Fabric, enabling enterprises to detect, sanitize, and prepare unstructured text data for AI and machine learning directly within Fabric. By bringing AI-powered entity detection, redaction, and high-fidelity synthetic text generation into the Fabric ecosystem, Tonic Textual makes sensitive documents, transcripts, and other unstructured text safe to use for production AI workflows while maintaining strong compliance and governance.

    With Fabric now widely adopted across global enterprises, Tonic Textual empowers data teams to transform sensitive text, from contracts and customer conversations to clinical notes and support transcripts, into privacy-protected, AI-ready datasets without moving data outside of the secure OneLake environment.

    “Enterprises have mountains of unstructured text data, but privacy and risk concerns create hesitancy around how to use them. With the GA of Tonic Textual in Microsoft Fabric, companies can finally operationalize their data for AI with confidence,” said Adam Kamor, Co-founder and Head of Engineering at Tonic.ai. “This integration brings together world-class privacy tooling with the scale and governance of Fabric, giving teams the visibility, control, and speed they need to innovate.”

    Unlocking value from unstructured data at enterprise scale
    Historically, unstructured data posed a significant barrier to downstream AI use cases due to the complexity of de-identifying sensitive entities like names, IDs, addresses, and healthcare identifiers. Manual or homegrown solutions are slow, error-prone, and difficult to scale, especially in regulated industries such as finance, healthcare, and government.

    “AI success depends on trusted, governed data, including unstructured text,” said Dipti Borkar, Vice President and General Manager of Microsoft OneLake and Fabric ISVs. “AI capabilities in Fabric along with Tonic Textual together unlock backlogs of text and sensitive documents for AI development allowing organizations to move from experimentation to production of agentic workloads with confidence.The General Availability of Tonic Textual in Microsoft Fabric unlocks backlogs of text and sensitive documents for AI development allowing organizations to move from experimentation to production with confidence.”

    With Tonic Textual for Microsoft Fabric, organizations can now:
    • Automate redaction and synthetic replacement of sensitive text directly inside Fabric.
    • Preserve compliance with HIPAA, GDPR, CCPA, and other regulatory frameworks.
    • Keep governance and security centralized within OneLake and the broader Fabric platform.
    • Scale AI workflows across analytics, RAG (retrieval-augmented generation), model training, and reporting.

    This integration brings powerful entity detection, customizable redaction policies, and high-fidelity synthetic text generation, all while enabling IT and compliance teams to enforce governance and lineage controls native to the Fabric ecosystem.

    Broad industry impact
    Organizations in regulated sectors are already leveraging Tonic Textual and Fabric to expand the footprint of trusted data across their AI initiatives. By unlocking secure access to previously untapped unstructured sources, such as sensitive notes, call center transcripts, and legal documents, enterprises can accelerate innovation without compromising privacy.

    Getting started
    Tonic Textual for Microsoft Fabric is generally available worldwide and can be added directly from the Workload Hub in the Microsoft Fabric console. Existing and new customers can begin operationalizing unstructured data for secure AI and analytics workflows today.

    About Tonic.ai
    Tonic.ai frees developers to build while protecting customer privacy by enabling companies to create safe, high-fidelity, synthetic data for use in software development, model training, and AI implementation. Founded in 2018, with offices in San Francisco, Atlanta, New York, and London, the company is pioneering enterprise tools for data synthesis and de-identification in pursuit of its mission to unblock innovation with usable data. Thousands of developers use data generated with the Tonic.ai platform on a daily basis to build products and train models faster in industries as wide ranging as healthcare, financial services, insurance, logistics, edtech, and e-commerce. Working with customers like Comcast, eBay, UnitedHealthcare, and Fidelity Investments, Tonic.ai builds developer solutions to advance its goals of advocating for the privacy of individuals while enabling companies to do their best work. For more information, visit https://www.tonic.ai or follow /tonicfakedata on LinkedIn.

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  • Hogg Networking Now Provides IPv6 Consulting Services to Large Enterprises

    Hogg Networking Now Provides IPv6 Consulting Services to Large Enterprises

    Hogg Networking is proud to announce that we are now providing large enterprises with technical IPv6 implementation guidance.

    ARVADA, CO, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) has become the dominant Internet protocol, surpassing IPv4 in total Internet traffic. On average, IPv6 performs better with lower Round-Trip-Time (RTT) latency than IPv4 across the Internet. According to the Asia Pacific Network Information Centre’s (APNIC’s) observations, there are 26 countries that have more than half of their users preferring IPv6 connectivity. According to Google’s IPv6 Statistics site nearly 50% of their Internet traffic uses IPv6. Within the United States, their observations show nearly 60% of Internet traffic uses IPv6.

    Enterprises can no longer continue to ignore IPv6, so they must prepare to enable IPv6 now. Governments and business must modernize their Information Technology (IT) infrastructure, and this includes updating their networks to support the current Internet Protocol. Large enterprises intentionally or unintentionally compress their IPv6 deployment timelines by continuing to delay the inevitable upgrade. HoggNet helps them by reducing the time it takes to adopt IPv6.

    Hogg Networking has developed a methodology for providing IPv6 Consulting professional services to large enterprises. HoggNet works with organizations to develop a customized plan that suits their specific requirements and unique missions. HoggNet’s methodology guides enterprises through the various IPv6 transition phases. This methodology keeps them focused and following the industry’s leading practices by leveraging HoggNet’s decades of IPv6 experience.

    “The worldwide migration to IPv6 is an inevitability and an eventuality for all organizations,” says Scott Hogg, Hogg Networking’s founder. “Over the past twenty years I’ve been involved in numerous IPv6 projects and developed this methodology that helps enterprises avoid the common pitfalls and missteps. This strategy results in IPv6 projects that are more successful, take less time, mitigate risk, and reduce costs.”

    Some of these IPv6 transition phases can be performed in parallel while other phases have strict dependencies. At project initiation, organizations are advised to start by understanding the business benefits of using IPv6. HoggNet develops customized business cases for enterprises aiming to realize the maximum benefits the IPv6 protocol provides. This early step guides the subsequent phases of the plan.

    Hogg Networking aims to empower its clients through education, making them self-sufficient so they can deploy and operate IPv6 in perpetuity. HoggNet provides IPv6 Training Classes and helps large organizations develop an IPv6 training plan that forms the foundational knowledge for the long-term IPv6 implementation activities. Furnishing technical IPv6 training to enterprise IT teams is a critical early step that some less-disciplined organizations miss.

    The subsequent activities involve advanced technical planning for the eventual IPv6 deployment. These tasks include:
    • developing an IPv6 address plan and obtaining address resources from a Regional Internet Registry (RIR),
    • drafting an IPv6 network design for establishing contiguous end-to-end reachability,
    • documenting an IPv6 Security strategy to ensure the organization proactively protects itself from known IPv6 threats,
    • developing an operations plan so the organization can measure IPv6 deployment progress and maintain the IPv6 implementation for years to come,
    • performing proof-of-concept lab testing of IPv6 product features and functionality,
    • and preparing actual implementation configurations for the deployment of IPv6 into their IT environments.
    Scott Hogg has historically advised enterprises to “IPv6-only where you can, dual-stack where you must.” The final phase of this IPv6 transition involves the enterprise organization removing IPv4 from the environment and leaving a network that solely uses IPv6. Running an IPv6-only network is the ultimate objective of an IPv6 transition and this methodology successfully guides enterprises toward that goal.

    About Hogg Networking
    Hogg Networking is an Information Technology (IT) professional services firm that provides guidance and training to organizations. Hogg Networking specializes in computer networking, IT security, and cloud technology services. HoggNet has deep expertise in the Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6). Hogg Networking offers IPv6 Training Classes, IPv6 Consulting services, and provides proactive IPv6 Security designs.
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  • Splitvolt Introduces Compact Mid-Power DC Fast Chargers V-40 & S-80 Platforms for Fleet and Commercial EV Infrastructure

    Splitvolt Introduces Compact Mid-Power DC Fast Chargers V-40 & S-80 Platforms for Fleet and Commercial EV Infrastructure

    Splitvolt introduces compact DC fast chargers for fleet depots, municipal fleets and commercial EV infrastructure, expanding its portfolio beyond AC charging.

    SAN JOSE, CA, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Splitvolt, a U.S. provider of EV charging infrastructure solutions, today announced the expansion of its commercial EV charging infrastructure portfolio with the introduction of the Splitvolt V-40 and Splitvolt S-80 DC fast charging platforms, designed for fleet depots, municipal vehicle operations, last-mile delivery fleets, and destination charging. The compact systems expand Splitvolt’s EV infrastructure portfolio beyond AC charging solutions and will make their industry debut at the EV Charging Summit & Expo in Las Vegas on March 18th, 2026.
    Building on tens of thousands of EV charging products deployed across North America, Splitvolt continues expanding its portfolio to support both residential and commercial charging infrastructure while enabling scalable mixed AC/DC charging deployments for fleet operators and infrastructure developers.

    As fleet electrification accelerates across delivery fleets, municipal vehicle operations, commercial service fleets, and other commercial transportation sectors, infrastructure providers are increasingly focused on compact, right-sized DC fast charging systems that can be deployed efficiently at depots and commercial sites with limited space or electrical capacity.
    Industry analysts also note that mid-power DC fast chargers in the 40–80 kW range are becoming increasingly important for fleet depot and destination charging, where installation cost, grid capacity, and vehicle dwell time must be balanced.
    New DC Fast Charging Systems for Fleet and Commercial Deployments
    Splitvolt’s new DC charging platform includes two complementary systems designed for flexible deployment across fleet and commercial charging environments.

    The company says the new charging platforms are designed to support a range of commercial EV charging environments where compact, right-sized DC charging can provide a practical alternative to larger ultra-fast charging installations.
    “Commercial electric vehicle adoption is accelerating across fleet depots, destination charging locations such as retail and hospitality sites, vehicle service and maintenance centers, workplace and commercial parking facilities, and emerging light-duty truck fleets,” said Daniel Liddle, CEO of Splitvolt. “Our V-40 and S-80 platforms are designed to solve real deployment challenges—delivering compact, flexible DC charging that is easier to install, scalable across many types of commercial locations, and designed to integrate seamlessly with networked AC charging infrastructure. By combining our own product innovation with proven global charging technologies, Splitvolt is building a portfolio that enables fleet operators, property owners, and infrastructure developers to deploy EV charging more efficiently and cost-effectively.”

    Industry analysts project that commercial EV charging infrastructure for fleets and logistics operations will expand rapidly over the coming decade as vehicle electrification accelerates across delivery, service, and municipal transportation sectors.
    Splitvolt V-40: Flexible 40 kW DC Fast Charging

    The Splitvolt V-40 is a versatile 40 kW DC fast charger designed for installations where flexibility and space efficiency are critical. The system can be wall-mounted, pedestal-mounted, or deployed in mobile configurations, making it well suited for fleet maintenance facilities, municipal service depots, vehicle repair shops, and other locations where traditional DC chargers may be difficult to install.
    The charger delivers up to 40 kW of DC charging power through a CCS connector and incorporates commercial charging capabilities including OCPP 1.6J network connectivity, optional Wi-Fi and LAN communications, RFID authorization, and MID-compatible energy metering. A 7-inch display interface and industrial-grade enclosure designed to IP54 / IK10 protection standards support reliable operation in demanding environments.
    A mobile configuration option allows the charger to be deployed on wheels and connected to three-phase power where permanent installation may not be practical.

    Its compact design and flexible deployment options make the V-40 particularly well suited for fleet service locations, maintenance facilities, municipal depots, vehicle service centers, and smaller commercial charging installations where space and electrical capacity may be limited.
    Splitvolt S-80 and S-80 Duo: Compact High-Power DC Charging
    The Splitvolt S-80 platform delivers high-power DC charging in an exceptionally compact form factor designed for fleet depot and destination charging deployments.

    The system supports up to 80 kW of DC output, while the S-80 Duo configuration enables up to 160 kW of total charging capacity within the same physical footprint, supporting simultaneous charging for two vehicles through a shared power architecture optimized for high-utilization fleet and destination charging sites.

    The charger integrates commercial infrastructure features including OCPP network integration, RFID authorization, MID-compatible metering, optional payment terminals, and Wi-Fi / LAN connectivity. Its compact footprint and high power density make the system particularly suitable for fleet depots, last-mile delivery fleets, municipal vehicle operations, service fleets, retail and hospitality destinations, and commercial parking installations where space is limited.

    The S-80 platform also features a vandal-resistant metal enclosure and supports advanced charging capabilities including Plug & Charge functionality designed for modern commercial charging infrastructure deployments.
    These charger architectures have already seen strong demand in European commercial charging deployments where space efficiency, flexible installation options, and high power density are critical infrastructure considerations.

    A Flexible Infrastructure Portfolio for Commercial Charging
    Many commercial EV charging deployments benefit from a combination of DC fast charging and networked AC charging infrastructure. DC chargers support rapid turnaround charging for vehicles that must quickly return to service, while managed AC charging allows larger numbers of vehicles to charge efficiently during longer dwell periods.

    These mid-power DC charging systems are particularly well suited for locations where space constraints, electrical capacity, or installation costs make larger ultra-fast charging systems impractical, enabling more sites to deploy fast charging infrastructure economically.
    In addition to its new DC fast charging systems, Splitvolt offers advanced wall-mounted AC charging stations designed for commercial and fleet environments. These chargers support OCPP-compatible network integration, dynamic and static load balancing, Ethernet connectivity, advanced management interfaces, and optional cellular connectivity, enabling scalable charging deployments across multi-vehicle facilities.

    Together, Splitvolt’s AC and DC charging solutions enable fleet operators and infrastructure developers to deploy charging networks that balance charging speed, site power availability, and total infrastructure cost.

    Splitvolt works closely with fleet operators, infrastructure developers, utilities, and technology partners to support scalable EV charging deployments across North America, helping organizations plan and deploy charging infrastructure that balances charging speed, electrical capacity, and long-term operating economics.

    The company is currently engaging with fleet operators, commercial property owners, and EV infrastructure partners to support upcoming charging deployments across North America.

    Built on Proven Charging Technology
    Splitvolt’s DC charging platform incorporates advanced power electronics architecture and charging software platforms developed through collaboration with established global EV charging technology partners. Core power modules and charging systems are based on proven global EV charging technologies deployed in mature infrastructure markets, supporting high reliability and performance in demanding commercial charging environments.

    This approach combines mature charging technologies with Splitvolt’s own product innovation and infrastructure expertise to deliver reliable and scalable charging systems designed for North American fleet and commercial charging deployments.

    EV Charging Summit & Expo Industry Debut
    Splitvolt will showcase its expanding EV charging infrastructure portfolio at the EV Charging Summit & Expo, taking place March 18–19 at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino.

    Fleet operators, charging infrastructure developers, utilities, and industry partners attending the event are invited to visit Splitvolt at Booth #550 to explore the company’s AC and DC charging solutions and discuss commercial EV infrastructure deployments.

    The company will meet with fleet operators, infrastructure developers, utilities, and potential deployment partners during the event to discuss upcoming commercial charging deployments. Organizations interested in deploying Splitvolt’s commercial EV charging systems are encouraged to contact the company directly to discuss projects and partnership opportunities.

    About Splitvolt
    With tens of thousands of customers across North America, Splitvolt is an award-winning U.S. company delivering intelligent, high-performance EV charging solutions for both consumers and businesses. The company’s mission is to accelerate electric vehicle adoption and improve energy efficiency through practical, certified, and easy-to-deploy charging technology.
    Known for its innovative Splitter Switch™ and mobile EV chargers, Splitvolt has expanded its portfolio to include advanced wall-mounted charging stations supporting residential, commercial, fleet, and multi-tenant environments.
    Building on this foundation, the company is now expanding into DC fast charging infrastructure designed to support fleet electrification, logistics operations, commercial charging networks, and large-scale EV deployments across North America.
    Splitvolt works with leading global charging technology partners to deliver scalable, future-ready charging systems combining proven power electronics, advanced software platforms, and infrastructure-ready deployment architecture.

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  • Kyota Introduces the Konbi M728 DualPro 4D Massage Chair: Luxury Features at an Unmatched Value

    Kyota Introduces the Konbi M728 DualPro 4D Massage Chair: Luxury Features at an Unmatched Value

    Dual Back Mechanisms, Advanced Technology, Now Accessible in One of the Most Affordable Dual-Mech Chairs

    With the Konbi DualPro, we wanted to make dual mechanism, high-end massage technology accessible to more people than ever before.”
    — David Figler, EVP of Product at Kyota Massage Chairs

    SEABROOK, NH, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Kyota Massage Chairs, a leader in innovative home wellness solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its Kyota Konbi M728 DualPro 4D Massage Chair. This state-of-the-art massage chair introduces dual back mechanisms previously reserved for only the highest-end models, at an unprecedented value.
    The Dual Back Mechanisms glide along an L-Track, following the natural curve of the spine, down to the glutes. What makes this design special is that it uses two synchronized massage units, working together like having two skilled massage therapists at once. They provide steady, deep-tissue pressure, covering more of your back and giving smoother transitions between massage areas than a traditional massage chair.

    Enhancing the experience further, the Konbi M728 includes SootheMe® Sounds and built-in Bluetooth® speakers, creating a calming soundscape for full relaxation. A quick-access panel allows users to adjust 4D intensity levels or cycle through 12 auto programs, while customizable slots let users save their favorite massage programs, all easily controlled via an 8” touch screen tablet. The Konbi also features an onboard Health Scan, measuring heart rate and blood oxygen to assess fatigue and recommend a personalized massage program tailored to the user’s needs.

    “With the Konbi DualPro, we wanted to make dual mechanism, high-end massage technology accessible to more people than ever before,” said David Figler, EVP of Product Development at Kyota Massage Chairs. “This chair delivers the luxury, comfort, and innovation people expect from premium models, now in a more affordable package that can transform home wellness.”

    Studies show that stress is one of the biggest barriers to both physical and mental health, affecting sleep, energy, and overall well-being. In today’s fast-paced world, finding time for self-care is more important than ever. Massage chairs offer a convenient way to enjoy the benefits of massage therapy at home, helping to reduce stress, ease muscle tension, and promote relaxation, supporting both physical comfort and mental wellness.
    The Kyota Konbi M728 DualPro 4D Massage chair is available at Costco.com, bringing professional-grade massage therapy into homes nationwide.

    About Kyota Massage Chairs
    Kyota Massage Chairs is a leader in wellness innovation, dedicated to creating products that enhance relaxation, reduce stress, and promote overall well-being. With a commitment to quality and user satisfaction, Kyota continues to set the standard in luxury massage chairs.

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