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  • Autura Names Automotive Veteran Rudy Nieto as Chief Executive Officer to Accelerate Growth and Expand Market Presence

    Autura Names Automotive Veteran Rudy Nieto as Chief Executive Officer to Accelerate Growth and Expand Market Presence

    With 25 years in automotive technology and expertise in towing, recovery, high-growth sales, and enterprise markets, Nieto will lead Autura’s continued growth.

    BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Autura, a leading provider of towing, impound, and vehicle management technology, today announced the appointment of Rudolph “Rudy” Nieto as Chief Executive Officer. A veteran automotive technology leader with more than 25 years of enterprise software experience, Nieto takes the helm as Autura enters a critical phase of growth defined by geographic expansion, deepening towing and recovery partnerships, and a rapidly scaling wholesale vehicle marketplace.

    Nieto spent 17 years at The Reynolds and Reynolds Company, rising to Senior Vice President of Sales and Corporate Development, where he led national teams serving the largest enterprise dealership groups and OEM partnerships. He also managed affiliate businesses including AutoDataDirect — a platform deeply embedded in the towing and recovery ecosystem through vehicle titling, registration, and lien data services — and Secure Title Administration, and held board positions with Open Dealer Exchange, Computerized Vehicle Registration, and Sheeva.AI. He subsequently served as Chief Revenue Officer of Daxko and Chief Executive Officer of Mavsign, a market leader in digital retailing, fraud prevention, and dealership compliance. Across every role, Nieto has been the executive brought in to build revenue organizations, open new verticals, and turn early-stage products into category leaders.

    “Rudy is one of the rare executives who combines deep automotive industry knowledge with the operational intensity required to scale a technology company,” said Vlad Besproszvany, Board Member and Managing Partner at Nexa Equity. Fellow Board Member Jordan Bettman, Managing Partner at Radian Capital, added: “He doesn’t just understand the market—he’s built and led the teams that win in it. His ability to grow revenue, attract top talent, and execute against ambitious timelines is exactly what Autura needs right now.”

    Autura’s platform serves the critical infrastructure behind community mobility, connecting law enforcement agencies, tow operators, dispatchers, impound lot managers, and vehicle remarketing professionals. The company’s wholesale vehicle marketplace—linking buyers and sellers of unclaimed, impounded, and salvage vehicles—represents a large and largely untapped opportunity that Nieto is uniquely positioned to scale.

    “I’ve spent my entire career in automotive technology, and a meaningful part of that was in the towing and recovery space — through AutoDataDirect, I saw firsthand how critical and how underserved this industry is. The companies that win are the ones that solve real operational problems for real operators, at scale,” said Nieto. “That’s exactly what Autura does. The technology is proven, the market need is enormous, and the team here is hungry. We’re going to move fast and we’re going to win.”

    On the marketplace opportunity, Nieto was direct: “There are hundreds of thousands of vehicles moving through tow yards and impound lots every year, and the systems connecting those vehicles to buyers are outdated or nonexistent. We’re going to change that. I’m bringing the same playbook I’ve used to scale automotive platforms my entire career—build the sales team, earn the trust of the operators, and execute relentlessly.”

    Nieto’s appointment comes as Autura continues to expand capabilities for towing and recovery businesses, deepen its government, law enforcement, and commercial footprint, and scale its marketplace nationally.

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    About Autura

    Autura builds software for the people who keep communities moving. Its platform connects law enforcement agencies, tow operators, dispatchers, impound lot owners, and vehicle remarketing professionals with the technology they need to manage towing, impound, and vehicle disposition operations efficiently and transparently. Autura’s wholesale vehicle marketplace connects buyers and sellers of unclaimed vehicles nationwide, creating liquidity in a market that has long operated without modern infrastructure. For more information, visit autura.com.

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  • 45% of large organisations have suffered a Microsoft 365 security or compliance incident caused by a misconfiguration

    45% of large organisations have suffered a Microsoft 365 security or compliance incident caused by a misconfiguration

    The world’s most widely used enterprise platform is now so complex that one in five organisations say it is almost impossible to manage securely

    WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Nearly half of large organisations (45%) have experienced a security or compliance incident caused by a Microsoft 365 misconfiguration, in the past 12 months, according to new research from CoreView, the global leader in Microsoft 365 tenant resilience.

    The research finds that Microsoft 365 – used by over 2 million companies globally – has expanded so rapidly in scope and complexity that one in five organisations now say it is almost impossible to manage and secure at an enterprise scale. The UK reports the highest (27%), followed by the US (24%), Germany (10%) and Australia (8%).

    To make managing Microsoft 365 easier, businesses are turning to AI. More than half of organisations (51%) have reversed AI-driven changes within Microsoft 365 due to security or governance concerns – including 64% in the UK, 52% in Australia, 46% in Germany and 40% in the US. Yet 70% of IT leaders say AI-driven administration would be valuable, underscoring the pressure to automate environments already struggling with complexity and control.

    The report highlights seven key risk areas for organisations using Microsoft 365 as business-critical infrastructure.

    1. More than four in five businesses say Microsoft 365 is a severe operational burden
    82% of IT leaders describe managing Microsoft 365 as a severe operational burden – 85% in the UK, 83% in the US, 74% in Germany and 70% in Australia. And, more than one-third say the platform has become significantly more complex and resource-intensive over the past two years.

    2. Organisations face more than 140,000 failed login attempts every week
    Failed login attempts to Microsoft 365 average 140,443 per week per organisation, creating sustained operational pressure for IT teams and increasing the volume of potential security events requiring review.

    3. Nearly half of organisations lack full control over their Microsoft 365 environment
    Nearly half (45%) of organisations globally say they don’t have full visibility and control over their Microsoft 365 environment. The figure rises to 52% in the UK, compared with 47% in the US, 32% in Australia, and 24% in Germany. This reduced visibility forces greater reliance on manual oversight and reactive intervention.

    4. Almost nine in ten don’t have blanket basic security controls that scale
    CoreView’s analysis of 1.6 million Microsoft 365 users shows 90% of organisations struggle to enforce even basic security controls including password policies and failed login monitoring. Almost nine in ten (87%) organisations had at least some administrators operating without multi-factor authentication (MFA), and it is not enabled for 28% of administrators and 7% of users.

    5. Governance problems are often only surfaced during audits or regulatory scrutiny
    Governance gaps are often identified retrospectively, rather than prevented in real time. 43% of organisations globally report failed or delayed audits caused by slow, incomplete, or manual Microsoft 365 reporting, with issues surfaced only during audits or regulatory scrutiny. Rates are highest in Germany (46%) and Australia (44%), followed by the US (43%) and the UK (42%).

    6. Security concerns have prompted AI resistance from the C-Suite
    One-quarter (24%) of IT leaders say they are facing resistance from their C-suite over AI adoption due to security concerns. The figure rises to 34% in Germany and 32% in the US, and 28% in Australia, while just 13% of UK respondents report similar resistance.

    7. Nearly half are concerned that AI could act without oversight
    Although nearly half (45%) of organisations plan to replace legacy tools with AI-augmented solutions in the next 24 months, concerns remain. 46% are worried about AI acting without oversight, and 45% say success depends on AI actions being traceable and explainable.

    “AI is being deployed into environments that aren’t ready for it,” said Andrea Sivieri, Chief Product & Technology Officer, CoreView. “Microsoft 365 has become operationally overwhelming, and organisations are turning to automation to cope. But when governance and security controls aren’t already in place, AI doesn’t fix the problem, it accelerates it. Without structure and guardrails, automation moves risk into production faster than teams can pull it back.”

    ENDS

    About CoreView

    CoreView is the leading SaaS platform for Microsoft 365 Tenant Resilience.

    About the research

    The research is based on a survey of 500 IT leaders at large organisations with more than 1,000 Microsoft 365 users.

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  • Listen Technologies Offers TAA-Compliant ListenIR

    Listen Technologies Offers TAA-Compliant ListenIR

    Infrared (IR)-based assistive listening solution meets rigorous federal procurement standards for performance, quality, and security.

    As a TAA-compliant solution, ListenIR is trusted for use in government and institutional applications, meeting stringent standards for quality, security, and reliability. ”
    — Mikey Shaffer

    BLUFFDALE, UT, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Listen Technologies, a leading provider of advanced wireless listening solutions for 27 years, now offers Trade Agreements Act (TAA) compliant ListenIR. The new TAA-compliant ListenIR systems provide integrators and customers with more choices and greater flexibility to meet their unique project needs.

    ListenIR is an assistive listening solution that transmits audio via infrared technology. The ListenIR system is ideal for use in courtrooms, boardrooms, medical offices, and settings where confidentiality is critical.

    Why TAA-Compliant ListenIR is significant for integrators and venues

    Compliance with TAA requirements means products meet the standards for performance, quality, and safety outlined in the TAA. TAA compliance is often a requirement of U.S. government contracts, federally funded projects, and contracts in highly regulated industries such as healthcare.

    Listen Technologies is an approved vendor on the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Schedule. Its TAA-compliant ListenIR SKUs are included in GSA Advantage!®, the federal government’s online ordering and shopping system, and available for purchase through this platform. This enables federal agencies and authorized buyers to quickly identify and procure compliant ListenIR solutions using pre-negotiated pricing and established acquisition pathways. With TAA-qualified products readily available, integrators and government entities can move projects forward with confidence, efficiency, and full adherence to federal procurement requirements.

    Read more in Understanding TAA Compliance: What It Means and Why It Matters here.


    “As a TAA-compliant solution, ListenIR is trusted for use in government and institutional applications, meeting stringent standards for quality, security, and reliability,” said Mikey Shaffer, vice president of North American sales at Ampetronic | Listen Technologies. “From large auditoriums to courtrooms to smaller spaces, ListenIR offers a secure, consistent, and clear audio experience, empowering everyone to fully engage in their surroundings with confidence.”

    ListenIR combines reliable, high-quality performance and compliance flexibility

    Whether a customer’s priority is accessibility, security, or federal procurement requirements, ListenIR offers a dependable listening solution with TAA-compliant options to meet their needs. TAA-compliant ListenIR products include:

    • LR-5200T-IR-P1 – ListenIR TAA Advanced Intelligent DSP IR Receiver Package 1: A complete LR-5200-IR receiver package lets customers begin or expand their IR assistive listening system while aligning under TAA-compliance regulations.

    • LT-84T-01 – ListenIR TAA 2-Channel Transmitter/Radiator Combo: This is a 2-channel transmitter/radiator that connects to a venue’s main audio system to broadcast an IR signal with high-quality audio to iDSP receivers while aligning with TAA compliance.

    • LS-96T-01 – ListenIR TAA Advanced iDSP System: This is a secure, wireless audio solution designed for environments where confidentiality, reliability, and regulatory compliance are essential.

    • LA-384T-01 – ListenIR TAA Intelligent 4-Unit Charging Tray: A 4-unit drop-in charging tray for use with Listen Technologies iDSP receivers. Wall, drawer, rack shelf, and tabletop mounting options mean the units are convenient to install and easy to access.

    How does ListenIR from Listen Technologies work?

    The ListenIR system includes transmitters, radiators, receivers, and accessories.

    ListenIR connects to a venue’s audio source; e.g., a microphone or speaker. The transmitter converts the audio signal into the appropriate frequency range and then sends the signal to one or more ListenIR radiators. The radiator emits the infrared signal. Listeners in the space with ListenIR receivers can hear the transmitted audio clearly. Background noise is filtered out for more intelligible audio.

    Read more about how ListenIR Provides a Superior Assistive Listening Experience here.

    Benefits of the ListenIR system

    • It is a complete and versatile system. The ListenIR system features transmitters, radiators, receivers, and accessories, including signage so venues can notify guests of the system’s availability and meet compliance requirements for assistive listening under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) and local regulations. It is a cost-effective and easy way to install a solution in any space for multiple wireless audio applications, including assistive listening and interpretation.

    • It features unrivaled receivers. ListenIR receivers are smaller and lighter than other receivers, making them comfortable and discreet for users to wear and easy for venues to dispense, store, and maintain. They also provide the best signal pickup and range of any available IR-based systems. The ListenIR receivers feature an IR-transparent material that lets them receive IR light from any angle, so end users can move about and receive the signal from any direction.

    • It is secure. IR light cannot pass through walls, ceilings, or floors so transmitted audio stays within the space. Venues and end users can be confident there will not be audio spillover into adjacent rooms. This makes ListenIR a trusted choice in courtrooms, boardrooms, and other settings where privacy and confidentiality are critical.

    • Its interoperability extends accessibility. ListenIR receivers work with other manufacturers’ transmitters and radiators. This lets venues extend the life of an existing IR-based system and expand coverage.

    • It is TAA compliant. TAA-compliant offerings mean ListenIR can be trusted for federal use. The products are manufactured with precision and quality assurance that ensure long-term reliability and performance, and they meet global trade standards.

    Availability

    TAA-compliant ListenIR products are available now and shipping globally.

    “ListenIR has always delivered exceptional sound quality, privacy, and ease of use for a variety of venues. With the addition of TAA-compliant ListenIR, integrators and customers now have a solution that meets federal procurement requirements while maintaining the performance they [have come to] expect. This is one more way Listen Technologies listens and responds to the needs of venues, channel partners, and end users,” added Shaffer.

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  • Playgrounds: The First Social Network Built for Kids That Pays Them to Learn, Play, and Explore in a Safe Digital World

    Playgrounds: The First Social Network Built for Kids That Pays Them to Learn, Play, and Explore in a Safe Digital World

    Playgrounds by I Can Be Brand Unveils Revolutionary Kids-Only Social Platform with Educational Rewards and Virtual Adventures

    “We’re building more than an app – we’re creating a complete learning ecosystem,” hints Sky. “Imagine kids earning tokens on Playgrounds that unlock exclusive educational content about their careers.”
    — Shelby Sky

    LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The digital landscape for children is about to transform with the launch of Playgrounds, a revolutionary social media platform designed exclusively for kids ages 5-12. Unlike traditional social networks that adapt adult platforms for younger users, Playgrounds is built from the ground up with children’s safety, creativity, and educational growth at its core.

    “We’re not just creating another app – we’re building a digital Disneyland where kids can safely explore, learn, and connect,” says Shelby Sky, Chief Marketing Officer of I Can Be Brand. “Every parent knows the struggle of finding safe online spaces for their children. Playgrounds solves that problem while making screen time genuinely valuable.”

    A Social Network That Pays Kids to Learn and Play
    Playgrounds introduces a groundbreaking feature that sets it apart from every other platform: children earn real cryptocurrency rewards for positive engagement. Through the integrated I Can Be (ICAN) token system, kids accumulate digital currency by completing educational challenges, helping peers, creating content, and participating in community activities. These tokens can be redeemed for real-world rewards including family trips to theme parks, toys, books, movie tickets, educational subscriptions, and so much more.

    “Imagine if every homework assignment, every creative post, every act of digital kindness earned your child points toward something they actually want,” Sky explains. “We’re teaching financial literacy, rewarding good behavior, and making learning addictive – in the best possible way.”
    Safety Without Sacrifice

    Playgrounds employs a multi-layered safety system that goes beyond industry standards:
    • AI-Powered Moderation: Advanced technology screens every post, comment, and image before it goes live
    • 24/7 Human Oversight: Trained moderators with backgrounds in child psychology monitor the platform round-the-clock
    • Parent Command Center: Real-time monitoring, customizable controls, and detailed activity reports put parents in charge
    • COPPA Compliant: Exceeds all federal requirements for children’s online privacy protection
    “Parents can finally breathe easy,” says Sky. “They get full visibility and control while kids get the freedom to explore and express themselves safely.”

    Where Education Meets Entertainment

    The platform features three distinct spaces:
    1. My Profile: A personal space where kids showcase achievements, track token earnings, and connect with approved friends
    2. Playgrounds: Themed community spaces for different interests – from Science Lab to Art Corner to Story Time
    3. Fun & Learn: An innovative blend of entertainment and education featuring video challenges, school assignments, and collaborative learning games
    Schools can integrate directly with the platform, allowing teachers to post assignments, track progress, and reward academic achievement with tokens.

    Early pilot programs show students completing homework 40% faster when token rewards are involved.

    Virtual Pets Explore America’s Wonders
    Playgrounds features an enchanting virtual pet system where children adopt and care for digital companions that live in breathtaking Pet Parks inspired by America’s most iconic landmarks. Kids can visit their pets at the Grand Canyon Pet Park, where adorable creatures play among stunning red rock formations, or travel to the Mount Rushmore Pet Park in South Dakota, where pets frolic beneath the famous monument. New themed parks launch monthly, each more beautiful than the last, teaching children about geography and natural wonders while they play.

    “We’ve created something truly magical,” says Sky. “When kids visit their pets, they’re not just playing a game – they’re exploring beautifully rendered versions of real places. Parents tell us their children are now begging to visit these locations in real life. Check out the stunning visuals at playgrounds.kids.”

    Part of a Larger Vision
    Playgrounds represents the first phase of I Can Be Brand’s comprehensive ecosystem for children’s empowerment. The company plans to announce additional educational initiatives in the coming months, including a revolutionary approach to career education that will integrate seamlessly with the Playgrounds platform.

    “We’re building more than an app – we’re creating a complete learning ecosystem,” hints Sky. “Imagine kids earning tokens on Playgrounds that unlock exclusive educational content about their dream careers. The connections we’re building will transform how children see their futures.”

    Building Tomorrow’s Digital Citizens
    “We’re raising the first truly digital generation, but we’re doing it with analog tools,” Sky notes. “Playgrounds teaches kids how to be good digital citizens from day one. They learn about online etiquette, creative expression, and even basic economics through our token system.”

    Beta testing with 5,000 families across the United States yielded remarkable results:
    • 94% of parents reported feeling “completely comfortable” with their child’s online activity
    • Kids spent an average of 45 minutes daily on educational content
    • Bullying incidents: Zero reported during the entire beta period
    • Parent satisfaction: 4.9/5 stars

    Launch Details
    Playgrounds officially launches March 31, 2026, with a special early-access period for the first 10,000 families beginning March 15. The platform will be available as a free download on iOS and Android devices, with a companion web version for desktop access.

    Premium memberships offering additional tokens, exclusive pets, and advanced features will be available for $9.99/month per family (unlimited children).

    About I Can Be Brand
    I Can Be Brand is dedicated to empowering children through innovative technology and positive reinforcement. Based in Las Vegas, the company focuses on creating digital experiences that parents trust and kids love.
    For more information about Playgrounds, to request a demo, or to join the early access list, visit www.playgrounds.kids or contact info@icanbebrand.com.
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  • CrafterCMS Releases MCP Server Plugin to Facilitate AI Application Development

    CrafterCMS Releases MCP Server Plugin to Facilitate AI Application Development

    New open source plugin embeds an MCP server into CrafterCMS, enabling AI agents to securely access content, APIs, and operational tools.

    Our MCP Plugins open the door to both a new generation of intelligent digital experiences, as well as much higher levels of content and developer team productivity.”
    — Mike Vertal, CEO of CrafterCMS

    MCLEAN, VA, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — CrafterCMS, the AI-enabled headless CMS for enterprises, today announced the availability of the CrafterCMS MCP Server Plugin in the official CrafterCMS Marketplace, enabling developers and enterprises to integrate AI agents, tools, and automation directly into their digital experience applications.

    The plugin embeds a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server inside CrafterCMS, allowing AI clients and agent frameworks to securely access content, trigger actions, and interact with services in a standardized way. By implementing the emerging MCP open standard, CrafterCMS provides a structured interface for AI models and tools to interact with enterprise content and systems. As a Spring/Java platform, CrafterCMS provides these and other AI-native capabilities through the Spring AI application framework.

    With the release of the MCP Server Plugin in the Marketplace, CrafterCMS developers can now easily install and deploy the integration as a packaged extension, accelerating adoption of AI-powered digital experiences.

    The CrafterCMS MCP Server Plugin transforms the CMS into a secure AI integration hub. AI assistants, copilots, and automation agents can interact with CrafterCMS through MCP to retrieve content, perform searches, trigger operations, and execute custom tools.

    Developers can expose functionality to AI using several flexible integration approaches, including:

    – Declaring tools via Spring beans or annotations
    – Connecting existing REST APIs or OpenAPI specifications
    – Mapping services through reflection-based service bindings
    – Integrating domain-specific tools for AI agents

    This allows organizations to expose their content, APIs, and operational capabilities as AI-accessible tools while maintaining strong security controls such as OAuth authentication and configurable CORS policies.

    Through MCP, AI systems can interact with CrafterCMS in powerful new ways, including:

    – Retrieving structured content, pages, and components
    – Performing keyword, faceted, or vector searches across site content
    – Triggering operational actions such as cache clearing or reindexing
    – Monitoring site health and performance metrics
    – Automating editorial workflows and content operations

    This capability enables a new generation of AI-native digital experiences, including AI assistants embedded in websites, intelligent DevOps automation, AI-driven personalization, and conversational interfaces powered by live content.

    The MCP Server Plugin complements the previously released CrafterCMS MCP Client Plugin, enabling full bidirectional integration between CrafterCMS and AI agents using the Model Context Protocol.

    The CrafterCMS MCP Client Plugin allows large language models to interact with CrafterCMS context and tools directly from within the platform. The architecture includes:

    – An MCP client service that exposes CrafterCMS context (including content, services, and operational capabilities) to the LLM
    – A Spring AI–based chat client responsible for prompt orchestration, tool invocation, and abstracting connectivity to multiple LLM providers
    – An embedded chat interface that provides a conversational UI directly inside CrafterCMS

    This architecture enables AI copilots and agents to interact with CrafterCMS environments in real time — retrieving information, invoking tools, and assisting developers and operators through natural language interactions.

    Together, the two plugins form a complete MCP architecture:

    1) MCP Client Plugin: Connects CrafterCMS to external MCP servers and AI tools, enabling conversational AI interactions and automated workflows inside the CMS.

    2) MCP Server Plugin: Exposes CrafterCMS content, APIs, and custom capabilities as MCP tools that can be consumed by AI agents and applications.

    With both plugins available, CrafterCMS can now both consume AI services and expose its own capabilities to AI systems, enabling flexible orchestration across models, tools, and enterprise platforms.

    “As AI agents become a core interface for digital experiences, platforms must expose their capabilities in a standardized way,” said Mike Vertal, CEO of CrafterCMS. “Our MCP Plugins open the door to both a new generation of intelligent digital experiences, as well as much higher levels of content and developer team productivity.”

    The CrafterCMS MCP Server Plugin is free open source (MIT license) and available for download now in the CrafterCMS Marketplace.

    About CrafterCMS

    CrafterCMS is the AI-native, Java-based headless CMS built for modern enterprise digital experiences such as global websites, e-commerce experiences, employee intranets, customer portals, mobile apps, OTT video apps, conversational AI experiences, and more. It replaces the limitations of traditional, monolithic content management with a developer-first, API-driven architecture designed for speed, scale, and long-term platform evolution. Visit craftercms.com to learn more.

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  • Baxter Joins the National Infusion Collaborative to Advance Infusion Safety and Best Practices

    Baxter Joins the National Infusion Collaborative to Advance Infusion Safety and Best Practices

    PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Bainbridge Health today announced that Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX), a global medtech leader, has joined the National Infusion Collaborative (NIC).

    The NIC brings together over 800 hospitals, health systems, academic partners, and industry organizations to improve infusion safety, operational efficiency, and medication stewardship. Baxter’s participation supports the Collaborative’s goal of fostering open, vendor-agnostic collaboration and shared learning across the infusion ecosystem.

    “Baxter has a long history of supporting infusion safety and clinical innovation,” said Sean O’Neill, PharmD, Co-Chair of the National Infusion Collaborative and Chief Clinical Officer at Bainbridge Health. “Their perspective as a global infusion technology leader will strengthen NIC discussions as members work together to share best practices and advance safer medication administration.”

    As a member of the NIC, Baxter will engage with hospital and health-system leaders through benchmarking initiatives, educational forums, and collaborative projects focused on addressing real-world infusion challenges. Baxter’s experience across infusion delivery, interoperability, and medication safety will help inform conversations around standardization, workflow optimization, and patient safety.

    “Joining the National Infusion Collaborative provides an important opportunity for Baxter to expand its work with clinicians and health system leaders who are focused on advancing infusion practice to best support patient care,” said Ivens Souza, U.S. and Canada medical affairs lead for Infusion Therapies and Technologies and Pharmaceuticals at Baxter. “As a leader in connected infusion systems and digital solutions, we look forward to contributing our experiences while learning alongside NIC members as part of this national community.”

    NIC members participate in regular collaborative meetings, national benchmarking efforts, and research initiatives focused on advancing infusion practice across the continuum of care. Baxter’s engagement reflects the growing commitment among industry and provider organizations to work together in support of safer, more reliable medication delivery.

    For more information about Bainbridge Health and the National Infusion Collaborative, visit www.bainbridgehealth.com/national-infusion-collaborative.


    About the National Infusion Collaborative (NIC)

    Founded in partnership with Purdue University’s Regenstrief Center for Healthcare Engineering and led by an independent steering committee of hospital members, the NIC is the largest vendor-agnostic collaborative of infusion practitioners in the United States. NIC provides a forum for hospitals and health systems to share best practices, benchmark performance, and collaborate on solutions that advance medication safety, efficiency, and standardization.

    About Baxter

    At Baxter, we are everywhere healthcare happens – and everywhere it is going, with essential solutions in the hospital, physician’s office and other sites of care. For nearly a century, our customers have counted on us as a vital and trusted partner. And every day, millions of patients and healthcare providers rely on our unmatched portfolio of connected solutions, medical devices, and advanced injectable technologies. Approximately 37,500 Baxter team members live our enduring Mission: to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, we are redefining how care is delivered to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. To learn more, visit www.baxter.com and follow us on X, LinkedIn and Facebook.

    About Bainbridge Health

    Bainbridge Health is a leading provider of infusion data management solutions, serving more than 800 hospitals nationwide. With its Med O.S.® platform and Clinical Solutions team, Bainbridge Health helps hospitals prevent medication errors, reduce avoidable drug waste, improve clinician efficiency, and meet regulatory standards.

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  • PurpleLab and Decentriq Launch the Industry’s First Social Media Measurement Solution for Healthcare

    PurpleLab and Decentriq Launch the Industry’s First Social Media Measurement Solution for Healthcare

    Pharma advertisers can now connect social media campaign performance to real-world patient outcomes for the first time ever.

    PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — PurpleLab®, a leading healthcare analytics company, and Decentriq, a confidential data collaboration platform, announced today a partnership that will enable life sciences brands to measure the direct impact of social media advertising on real-world patient outcomes.

    Measuring the impact of media investment on patient outcomes has long been the “holy grail” for life sciences and pharmaceutical brands. While traditional brands have successfully used closed-loop measurement for years, the healthcare industry has faced the rigid privacy requirements (such as HIPAA’s) and the data silos of media platforms.

    PurpleLab allows healthcare advertisers to effectively measure media impact across screens, from digital and programmatic to television. Yet, unique constraints of social platforms don’t allow for exposure data to exit walled gardens, and healthcare data cannot be uploaded into these platforms. This has created an industry challenge in achieving comprehensive measurement, as a key element of the media mix remained unmeasured.

    In utilizing Decentriq’s data clean room technology, the two companies have established a secure framework that allows these datasets to be analyzed together, unlocking visibility across the full media mix.

    PurpleLab can now leverage Decentriq’s confidential computing technology platform and offer its media measurement product suite across any media environment. This lets PurpleLab securely match media exposure data from social media platforms against their extensive healthcare datasets, which include:

    • Verified pharmacy and doctor prescription data
    • Hospital and health claims data
    • Real-world patient outcome signals

    “We’ve been looking for a way to close the loop with social media platforms for years, but it was technically not possible or too cumbersome until the advent of data clean rooms,” says Scott Ronay, GM Advertising at PurpleLab. “Decentriq, with its DNA in security and privacy, is the best partner to address this problem and finally provide our clients with the full-funnel visibility they require.”

    The integration of PurpleLab’s robust, compliant healthcare data in tandem with Decentriq’s data clean room infrastructure unlocks several key capabilities for pharma marketers:

    • Closed-loop measurement in walled gardens: Track the path from a social media impression to a prescription or health claim.
    • HIPAA-compliant analytics: Perform complex attribution modeling in a secure data clean room that satisfies the strictest legal and compliance standards.
    • Multi-platform scaling: With one major social media platform already confirmed, the partnership expects to onboard additional global platforms in the coming months.

    “This partnership sits at the exact intersection of the two industries Decentriq has focused on since our beginning: media and healthcare,” says Pierre Cholet, Chief Customer Officer at Decentriq. “We are proud to provide the technology that helps PurpleLab turn their vision of a truly universal measurement suite into a reality.”

    This functionality will be available to all PurpleLab clients effective immediately, enabling life sciences brands to measure social media campaigns with ties to AQ, script lift and HCP visits, unlocking a groundbreaking opportunity.

    About PurpleLab
    PurpleLab® is a health-tech company driven by one clear philosophy: outcomes matter most. As your trusted partner for real-world data, we help organizations drive decisive action based on precise insights – with the ultimate goal of giving everyone a fighting chance at the best possible health outcome.

    About Decentriq
    Decentriq, the “Switzerland of data”, is a confidential data collaboration platform. By enforcing compliance and control with advanced privacy technologies, Decentriq’s data clean rooms help enterprises scale data collaborations across organizational boundaries and unlock value from data that would otherwise be too sensitive to use.

    Decentriq powers data collaboration in the world’s most privacy- and compliance-conscious industries, including media, healthcare, banking, and the public sector.

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  • Pinnacle Awards Announces 2026 Artificial Intelligence Winners

    Pinnacle Awards Announces 2026 Artificial Intelligence Winners

    Pinnacle Awards Announces 2026 Artificial Intelligence Winners

    IRVINE, CA, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The Pinnacle Awards proudly announces the winners of the 2026 Artificial Intelligence Awards, recognizing excellence in AI innovation, engineering, enterprise transformation, industry impact, responsible AI, and leadership.

    The 2026 program reflects the full maturity of the AI ecosystem — from foundational model breakthroughs and scalable infrastructure to enterprise transformation and global human impact.

    “The 2026 Artificial Intelligence winners represent the highest level of innovation, responsibility, and real-world performance in AI today,” said Kate Lang, Executive Director of the Pinnacle Awards. “These organizations and leaders are not only advancing technology — they are defining how AI will shape industries, economies, and society.”

    Below are the 2026 Pinnacle Awards winners by category:

    Automation & Productivity

    Autonomous Enterprise Systems
    Platinum: Just in Time Records

    AI Workflow Orchestration
    Platinum: West Shore Home
    Diamond: OPAL by Welocalize
    Emerald: Keyway

    Decision Intelligence Platform
    Platinum: Sandline Global

    Intelligent Process Automation
    Platinum: FinThrive Insurance Discover
    Diamond: Ivanti Neurons for ITSM
    Emerald: Filevine: LOIS for Word

    Business Functions

    AI for Legal & Compliance
    Platinum: Stretto

    AI for Customer Experience
    Platinum: IntelePeer
    Diamond: Netcracker Technology

    Core AI & ML Technology

    Large Language Model Excellence
    Platinum: Lasso Security

    Model Architecture Innovation
    Platinum: Veryon

    Algorithmic Innovation of the Year
    Platinum: Xevant

    Data & Training Infrastructure

    Training Infrastructure of the Year
    Platinum: Praxtera AI Institute

    Model Optimization & Compression
    Platinum: MAS by Welo Data

    Data Labeling & Annotation Platform
    Platinum: Deepen AI

    Emerging & Frontier AI

    Physical AI & Robotics Intelligence
    Platinum: TDK

    Spatial Computing AI
    Platinum: XREAL

    Autonomous Agents & Multi-Agent Systems
    Platinum: Aera Technology

    Energy, Climate & Sustainability

    Sustainability Intelligence
    Platinum: LOCOMEX INC.

    Generative & Creative AI

    Generative AI Platform of the Year
    Platinum: Intention.ly

    Healthcare & Life Sciences

    Remote Care & Digital Health AI
    Platinum: Brook.ai
    Diamond: Abbott
    Emerald: ChiroTouch

    Next Gen Digital Health AI
    Platinum: Radicle Science
    Diamond: Vital

    Drug Discovery AI
    Platinum: BostonGene

    Clinical Decision AI
    Platinum: Accuity Healthcare
    Diamond: Aclarion
    Emerald: Xsolis

    Human Impact & AI for Good
    AI for Education
    Platinum: Ellucian

    AI for Mental Health & Wellbeing
    Platinum: Spiritual Care Center / City of Hope Cancer Center

    Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Industrial

    Predictive Maintenance AI
    Platinum: SEERai by Galorath Incorporated

    Smart Factory AI
    Platinum: Asia Pacific Opportunity Zone
    Diamond: eschbach
    Emerald: Carrier Logistics Inc.

    Quality Control AI
    Platinum: NEXA

    MLOps, DevOps & Platform

    Edge AI Deployment
    Platinum: Iterate.ai’s Generate for Private Edge

    Model Governance Platform
    Platinum: DataArt

    MLOps Platform of the Year
    Platinum: Airia

    People, Teams & Leadership

    AI Company of the Year
    Platinum: Authenticom Inc.

    Retail, Media & Consumer

    Audience Intelligence AI
    Platinum: Rematch U.S.

    Scalability & Performance

    Hybrid & Multi-Cloud AI
    Platinum: Vcinity, Inc.

    High-Scale AI Deployment
    Platinum: Netcracker Technology

    Low-Latency AI System
    Platinum: IntelePeer

    AI Cost Optimization
    Platinum: Apptio, an IBM Company

    Trust, Ethics, Security & Governance

    Secure AI Infrastructure
    Platinum: Mindgard

    AI for Cybersecurity
    Platinum: Embed Security
    Diamond: Sysdig

    AI Risk & Safety
    Platinum: NIMO by Welo Data

    Responsible AI Platform
    Platinum: Copyleaks
    Diamond: ModelOp

    About the Pinnacle Awards
    The Pinnacle Awards recognize outstanding achievement across innovation, leadership, and performance. The Artificial Intelligence program honors organizations and individuals advancing AI technology responsibly and at scale.
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  • Gap Insurance Providers Close the Valuation Gap with Vehicle Value Analysis

    Gap Insurance Providers Close the Valuation Gap with Vehicle Value Analysis

    Data-Driven Valuation Reports Help Providers Identify Under-Indemnified Total Losses and Reduce Unnecessary Liability

    The biggest victim of erroneous ‘actual cash value’ estimates is often the GAP Provider, but VVA’s Valuation Tools make it possible to end the wrongful transfer of liability to the GAP Provider.”
    — Robert McDorman (Auto Claim Specialists)

    FORT WORTH, TX, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Gap Insurance is designed to protect consumers if their vehicle is totaled, but how can gap providers protect their own interests when the vehicle owner’s insurance carrier undervalues the claim? Erroneous “actual cash value” estimates often leave one party particularly exposed: the GAP provider, who typically has no meaningful opportunity to challenge or contest the proposed settlement amount. A low settlement offer could cost thousands. In fact, when a vehicle appraisal is performed, the under-indemnification on total losses averages $4,300!

    Vehicle Value Experts is excited to announce the launch of Vehicle Value Analysis (VVA), which offers comprehensive and accurate market value reports to help Gap Providers obtain an accurate market value on the vehicles they’ve covered.

    “When the vehicle owner’s insurer under-indemnifies a total loss, the Gap Provider suffers. VVA Valuation Tools help determine whether this has happened and offers guidance on when it makes sense to convince (or contractually demand) the insured borrower to invoke the Right of Appraisal,” says Russ Parsons, president of Vehicle Value Experts. “Obtaining an accurate valuation report can aid in educating and engaging the vehicle owner to reduce liability for both parties by ensuring that insurance settlement offers are fair.”

    In the past, obtaining an accurate valuation required hiring a vehicle damage appraiser, which could easily cost nearly $1,000. With VVA’s solutions, Gap Providers can secure a professional-grade valuation in mere minutes for a fraction of that cost. VVA’s tools also integrate seamlessly with Claim Transparency Innovations’ Who-Owes-What Portal, designed to centralize all claims – enhancing organization, simplifying communication and improving consistency across a Gap Provider’s entire portfolio.

    “The biggest victim of erroneous ‘actual cash value’ estimates is often the GAP Provider who is defenseless to contest proposed settlements,” acknowledges Robert McDorman, president of Auto Claim Specialists, a Texas-based public insurance adjuster firm licensed in multiple states. “By engaging both the vehicle owner and the Gap Provider in the settlement process, it becomes possible to correctly indemnify the insured and end the wrongful transfer of liability to the GAP Provider.”

    McDorman explains how an accurate valuation can benefit Gap Providers by sharing an example from his company. The vehicle owner was offered $14,444 to settle on their totaled 2017 Honda Accord, leaving the Gap Provider liable for $672.72 after a $1,069.68 pass-through deduction. After a valuation revealed the vehicle’s actual cash value was $18,450, that liability was reduced by 100%, as well as the pass-through deduction, leaving the Gap Provider with $0 liability, and the claimant received a settlement of $2,767.58 after paying for the appraisal services.

    In another example, a 2019 Dodge Journey was deemed a total loss, and the claimant’s insurer offered a settlement of $17,271. If the claimant had accepted the original claim, the Gap Provider’s liability would have been $2,685.49; however, Auto Claims Specialists demonstrated the vehicle’s true market value was $21,900. The valuation reduced the Gap Provider’s liability by 69.7%, leaving only the cost of appraisal services. But if VVA’s tools had been available at that time for the provider’s use, the liability could have been reduced by 92.6% or more. Meanwhile, the claimant’s settlement increased from $0 to $1,871.04.

    “When using appraisal services to reduce liability, the Gap Provider’s liability first gets eliminated, and then the surplus goes to the claimant,” McDorman clarifies. “Incentivizing the claimant in this way is essential since their involvement is necessary to invoke the Right to Appraisal, but VVA’s services create an easy solution for determining a vehicle’s true value and demonstrating the benefits to the vehicle owner.”

    VVA’s advanced valuation products provide Gap Providers with structured, defensible documentation that can be used to evaluate total loss settlements, support appraisal decisions and engage both claimants and carriers in a more transparent process. By identifying valuation discrepancies early, providers can reduce unnecessary liability exposure while helping ensure insured borrowers receive fair indemnification. In a market where small valuation gaps can create significant downstream losses, access to objective market data offers Gap Providers a proactive way to protect their portfolios and participate more effectively in the claims process. Explore VVA’s Valuations Tools at vehiclevalueanalysis.com.

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    About Vehicle Value Analysis (VVA)
    Vehicle Value Analysis (VVA) provides an accurate vehicle valuation based on real market sales within minutes, offering transparent documentation that can be utilized in negotiations when selling a vehicle or during the insurance claims process following an accident. VVA specializes in providing valuation solutions for attorneys representing vehicle owners and automotive lienholders, ensuring that every client receives accurate and complete compensation. VVA is an affiliate of Vehicle Value Experts.

    Email: support@vehiclevalueanalysis.com
    Phone: 817-898-8358
    Toll free: 800-869-2974
    Website: vehiclevalueanalysis.com

    About Vehicle Value Experts
    Founded in 2017, Vehicle Value Experts is an automotive appraisal firm providing analytical, sophisticated, state-of-the-art, comprehensive, accurate, unbiased, and up-to-date data and information that all parties can rely upon as both factual and objective. Serving clients that require vehicle valuations for legal, lender, insurance and personal purposes, Vehicle Value Experts arms customers with the information and confidence needed to make informed decisions and safeguard their financial interests.

    Email: appraisals@vehiclevalueexperts.com
    Phone: 817-898-8227
    Toll free: 844-305-5030
    Website: vehiclevalueexperts.com

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  • MethodSense Receives Global Reach Award for Trade Excellence from NC Governor Stein and EDPNC

    MethodSense Receives Global Reach Award for Trade Excellence from NC Governor Stein and EDPNC

    Honored for advancing North Carolina’s global life sciences presence through regulatory intelligence and compliance technology…

    MethodSense’s trade show preparation, execution, and follow up have become a model for other delegation participants, further strengthening North Carolina’s overall global presence.”
    — Melissa McGurk, Senior International Trade Manager at EDPNC

    MORRISVILLE , NC, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — MethodSense, a North Carolina–based regulatory and quality advisory firm serving the global life sciences industry, has been recognized for Export Trade Excellence by North Carolina Governor Josh Stein, in partnership with the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC).

    MethodSense received the Global Reach Award, recognizing North Carolina companies that demonstrate exceptional commitment to strategic export planning and global execution. The award celebrates companies that expand North Carolina’s presence, reputation, and expertise across international markets.

    Founded in North Carolina, MethodSense provides independent regulatory strategy and quality system advisory services to medical device and life sciences companies. At the center of its model is LuminLogic, a cloud-based compliance management platform that supports documentation control, regulatory submissions, governance, and lifecycle compliance across global markets. The company’s participation in EDPNC trade delegations and educational programming has further strengthened North Carolina’s global life sciences presence.

    “MethodSense has served medical device firms across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and the broader Asia-Pacific region, helping companies navigate complex regulatory systems and accelerate global market entry. Their trade show preparation, execution, and follow up have become a model for other delegation participants, further strengthening North Carolina’s overall global presence.”
    Melissa McGurk, Senior International Trade Manager at EDPNC

    During the ceremony, Melissa McGurk, Senior International Trade Manager at EDPNC, described MethodSense’s model and leadership team’s active participation in trade delegations and global education initiatives, as emblematic of modern global service exporting representing what modern global service exporting looks like: strategic, technology-enabled, disciplined, and ecosystem-minded.

    “Our mission has always been to help innovators bring medical technologies to market responsibly and efficiently, whether in the U.S., Europe, or emerging markets. We view regulatory intelligence as a strategic asset, not a checkbox. This recognition affirms that North Carolina companies can lead globally in high-value services and technology.”
    Rita King, CEO of MethodSense.

    About MethodSense
    MethodSense is a North Carolina–based regulatory and quality advisory firm specializing in medical device and life sciences companies. Through its advisory services and LuminLogic compliance platform, the company supports regulatory submissions, quality systems, governance, and lifecycle management across global markets. Learn more at www.methodsense.com

    About the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina
    The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina works to recruit new businesses, support existing employers, and promote North Carolina as a global destination for investment and trade. Visit Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina | EDPNC

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