Jennifer Hedly

NEW YORK and SHENZHEN, China /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- In the fast-moving world of generative AI, few releases have captured as much attention as Sora 2, OpenAI's next-generation video-creation model. But while anticipation continues to rise, many creators are asking a practical question: how can we actually use this technology today? For those eager to explore the creative potential of AI-driven video production, Novi AI from iMyFone now offers immediate, open access to the next phase of AI video storytelling.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- This Halloween, HitPaw, the creative powerhouse behind leading AI tools for video, photo, and audio enhancing and editing, invites global users to celebrate the spooky season with exclusive discounts. Whether you're crafting eerie effects for Halloween videos, reviving vintage photos with a haunted touch, or transforming your voice for fun, HitPaw has everything you need to make your creativity come alive.

ATLANTA, Ga. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry authority on homebuyer assistance program data and solutions, today released its Q3 2025 Homeownership Program Index (HPI) report. The report identifies 70 new programs launched in Q3, bringing the total number of available programs nationwide to a record 2,624. Additionally, 20 new program providers were added to DPR's database in Q3, bringing its provider total to 1,360.

TROY, Mich. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Class Valuation, a leading real estate appraisal management company (AMC), announced today that Kaushal Shah, its chief technology officer, has been named a 2025 NewsLink Tech All-Star by the Mortgage Bankers Association, the national association representing the real estate finance industry. The MBA's NewsLink Tech All-Star awards recognize a few individuals each year who are making measurable and meaningful contributions to the mortgage industry.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter®), an innovative leader in mortgage technology, today announced that PNC Bank, part of the PNC Financial Services Group, Inc., will extend its use of Dark Matter's cutting-edge mortgage solutions under a new contract to enhance PNC's mortgage and home equity lending operations.

CHENGDU, China /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- JOPDF is thrilled to announce the official launch of its revolutionary PDF editor, designed to transform how users interact with PDF documents. In an era where digital documentation is integral to work, education, and personal life, JOPDF delivers a 100% free, feature-rich, and user-friendly solution that eliminates barriers to PDF editing - no registration, no ads, and no hidden costs.

ATLANTA, Ga. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Elite Web Professionals today announced a free 60‑second checklist designed to help Atlanta residents verify AI‑generated "near me" service recommendations and avoid hidden fees. As AI‑powered search now surfaces plumbers, HVAC technicians and locksmiths before consumers even click a website, the company warns that these algorithms often suggest providers across town or with opaque pricing, outdated hours and "24/7" claims, so people need to double‑check before booking.

NEW YORK and HONG KONG /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- LumeFlow AI has officially released Version 1.1.0 on October 15, 2025, along with new model integration and new video-generating features, the latest update brings Sora 2 model integration and aims to make professional video creation more approachable, imaginative, and enjoyable for users.

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 the completion of an additional round of equity funding, which was led by existing investor Lateral Investment Management, based in San Mateo, California.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- CapitalW Collective, a trailblazing non-profit dedicated to advancing women and their allies in mortgage capital markets, proudly announces FICO® (NYSE:FICO), as a Corporate Development Partner - CapitalW Collective's highest support tier. The partnership reinforces a shared mission to educate, elevate, and empower current and future leaders within mortgage.

HAMILTON, Ohio /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- For outdoorsman Bret Abner, the story that became Winged Retriever began with his Labrador, Ivy - a dog whose courage outpaced every setback, even after losing an eye to a life-threatening infection. Her determination and instinct inspired Winged Retriever, a new American brand of premium, hand-built collars for retrieving and hunting dogs launched October 5, 2025.

CRESTVIEW HILLS, Ky. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- FusionWrx, a leading full service marketing agency, announced the successful redesign and launch of a new website for their parent company, Flottman Company, Inc., a venerable leader in the printing industry with over 100 years of excellence.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Luvme Hair, a trusted leader in premium human hair lace wigs and extensions, has introduced a stunning new collection of long hair wigs for women, designed to enhance both style and confidence. This fall season, the collection combines the elegance of human hair extensions with effortless versatility, offering protective options that cater to various hair needs.

PLANO, Texas /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Optimal Blue today announced the launch of a new data solution to deliver increased market transparency, as well as three major platform enhancements focused on pricing accuracy, trade execution and counterparty management. Released ahead of the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Annual Convention and Expo, and as the company prepares for its 2026 Optimal Blue Summit, these innovations reinforce Optimal Blue's commitment to delivering solutions that position lenders to drive operational excellence and boost competitive performance.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Since its founding in 1998, California Safe Schools (CSS) has been at the forefront of protecting children, educators, and communities from toxic exposures. Through tireless advocacy, innovative policies, and community engagement, CSS has led groundbreaking efforts to promote safer school environments, advance environmental justice, and ensure transparency in environmental health.

SYOSSET, N.Y. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- NY Mental Health Center (NYMHC), a leading telehealth practice providing integrated therapy and psychiatry across New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, is proud to announce the launch of its inaugural Postdoctoral Fellowship in Clinical Psychology. The program will be directed by Dr. Maggie Stoutenburg, Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist and Director of Postdoctoral Training.

LONG BEACH ISLAND, N.J. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Save Long Beach Island, Inc. (Save LBI), a grass-roots organization dedicated to sound energy policies and preserving our shore and ocean environment, today urged the U.S. Department of Interior (DOI) to end the egregious practice of letting operators of offshore wind farms postpone providing financial assurance earmarked for the future decommissioning and removal of turbines and related infrastructure.

DES MOINES, Iowa /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- iEmergent, a forecasting and advisory services firm for the financial services, mortgage and real estate industries, today announced three new market intelligence dashboards that give mortgage lenders immediate, data-driven visibility into competitive benchmarking, market trends and broker performance.

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 the release of the Homebuyer Intelligence Report, a quarterly summary of insights into borrower behavior during the home-buying process based on data collected by the LenderLogix suite of tools. The latest report covers data collected during the pre-approval and borrower application process in the third quarter (Q3) of 2025.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Florida Newswire - National News/ -- Newsjunkie, the journalism site known for "Who's Behind the News" articles, announced today the release of Guide to Public Archives, the news industry's first comprehensive directory of historical, cultural, and scientific archives maintained for public access. The Guide is designed to serve researchers seeking information from the astonishing array of curated collections across the globe, some dating as far back as the 13th century.