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NEW YORK, N.Y. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Novi AI, a leading AI-powered video creation platform under iMyFone, announced the launch of its Web V2.1.0. The update expands Novi AI from desktop and mobile apps to a fully online solution, allowing users to create high-quality videos anytime, anywhere-without downloads. The platform also supports mobile browsers, letting creators start projects on smartphones and tablets seamlessly.

AUSTIN, Texas /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- FirstClose™, Inc., a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, today announced a certified integration with Optimal Blue that connects FirstClose's point-of-sale (POS) platform to Optimal Blue's product, pricing and eligibility (PPE) engine. The integration builds on FirstClose's ability to reduce home equity closing times from 45 days to 10 or fewer.

ATLANTA, Ga. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Strategic Benefits Advisors, Inc. (SBA) has once again been honored by the Atlanta Business Chronicle as one of Atlanta's top employee benefits and compensation companies. The 2025 recognition marks the firm's seventh consecutive year on the list and coincides with its new certification under the U.S. Small Business Administration's Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Federal Contract Program.

MCLEAN, Va. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- By Light Professional IT Services LLC (By Light) today announced it has officially achieved Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2, placing the company among a select group of defense and technology contractors nationwide. While By Light earned this certification for its Security Operations Center (SOC) in July 2025, it now holds the same certification across the enterprise.

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Argyle, the leading verification platform for direct-source income and employment data, today announced a strategic investment round with new participation from Mastercard alongside continued support from current investors Bain Capital Ventures, Checkr, Rockefeller Asset Management and SignalFire. The investment reflects growing market demand for modern, consumer-permissioned verifications.

SANTA CLARA, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- SecuGen, a world leader in fingerprint technology, today announced the Unity™ 20 USB-S, the newest addition to its Unity line of smart fingerprint readers. Ultra-compact, affordable, and FBI-certified for image quality, the Unity 20 USB-S delivers secure biometric authentication across a wide range of industries.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Luvme Hair, a leading name in all textured wigs and hair extensions, is celebrating its 11th anniversary with the theme Luvme For Real. As part of this milestone, Luvme Hair is offering exclusive anniversary deals, with wigs starting at just $69. The celebration also introduces enhanced collections designed for effortless beauty, featuring versatile styles that suit every occasion and empower customers to express their unique look confidently.

TORONTO, Ontario /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Author Traci L Woodcock courageously shares her new book, "I Rise, A Survivor I Stand" (ISBN: 978-1998482801; released through Tellwell Publishing, April 2025) - an empowering story of resilience and survival through the darkest moments of domestic abuse, stalking, and sexual assault. This gripping memoir is not just a recounting of trauma but a testament to the human spirit's capacity to rise from the ashes, providing a beacon of hope for others facing similar challenges.

BERWYN, Pa. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Ainzel today announced the launch of AI Capability Management (ACM), the newest enterprise application category alongside ERP, CRM, and HCM. ACM provides the structure, discipline, and governance for managing AI Agents as a strategic business capability. With this launch, Ainzel establishes itself as the category leader, delivering the first complete ACM solution and shaping the future of how work gets done.

MCLEAN, Va. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Holzman Laser Vision, led by nationally renowned refractive surgeon Dr. Andrew Holzman, MD, FACS, is proud to be the first practice to bring the Wavelight® Plus procedure - the latest advancement in laser vision correction - to patients across the Washington, DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia area.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Vmake, a leading AI Talking video editor, introduced a new tool, "Auto Generated Captions," designed to integrate real-time captions, and it is worth the hype. Powered by AI, it helps businesses and creators to add and customize subtitles for videos in a few clicks. The tool is web-based and can help you add auto-generated captions in any language.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Families looking for a fun read this fall can enter a special back-to-school children's book giveaway for "Guinea Pig Power" (ISBN: 979-8322647737; Released May 23, 2024 promoted by All Out Media). Author Ben St. James is celebrating the book's recent 2nd Place win at the Purple Dragonfly Book Awards with a Goodreads giveaway of 100 Kindle eBook copies, available to enter September 1-30, 2025.

TORRANCE, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- DocMagic, Inc. today announced that CEO and Co-Founder Pat Theodora has been named a recipient of the 2025 HousingWire Vanguard Award. This recognition honors C-level professionals and business leaders who are making a significant impact on the housing economy through bold vision, enduring leadership and forward-thinking innovation.

BUFFALO, N.Y. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- LenderLogix, a leading provider of mortgage point-of-sale and automation software for banks, credit unions, independent mortgage banks and brokers, today announced its founder and CEO Patrick O'Brien has been recognized as a 2025 HousingWire Vanguard. The award honors C-suite professionals and business leaders whose vision and leadership are driving the housing industry forward across lending, servicing, investments, and real estate.

LEESBURG, Fla. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- On Saturday, September 6, Gator Harley-Davidson will transform into a high-energy casino floor for a cause that touches lives nationwide. The annual St. Jude Fundraiser, organized by Jan Wideman, will once again partner with Casino Party Planners Florida to create a Vegas-style experience benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Pokémon GO is about to enter a new era. Niantic (Scopely) has officially announced that the trainer level cap will be raised from 50 to 80 starting October 15, 2025, marking the biggest progression update in the game's history since the jump from Level 40 to 50 in 2020, says LocaChange.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- MocPOGO, a pioneer in mobile location simulation technology, has announced the launch of its Pokémon GO Spoofer iOS solution that lets users spoof location on iPhone without computer. This breakthrough makes it easier than ever for Pokémon GO trainers to explore the world virtually, catch rare Pokémon, and join global raids - all from the palm of their hand.

MANKATO, Minn. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Door Engineering is proud to announce the launch of the FF70 Hurricane Door, a revolutionary four-fold door system engineered specifically for the most demanding environments. Designed and rigorously tested to meet the stringent requirements of the Florida Building Code, the FF70 is approved for High Velocity Hurricane Zones (HVHZ) up to 65 pounds per square foot (psf), accommodating sizes up to 16-foot x 16-foot.

ATLANTA, Ga. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry's leading technology for connecting homebuyers with homebuyer assistance programs, today announced it has earned a spot on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of the nation's fastest-growing privately owned companies after achieving 130% revenue growth from 2021 to 2024. DPR was also honored on the 2023 Inc. 5000 list.

AGOURA HILLS, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Agoura Hills residents now have access to 24/7 emergency garage door and electric gate repair services thanks to Gates & Garage Door Express Inc.'s recent expansion into the region. And, there's no extra charge for after-hours emergency services.