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  • A Milestone Year: Vego Garden Cultivates Further Success in 2025

    A Milestone Year: Vego Garden Cultivates Further Success in 2025

    Reflecting on a milestone year of innovation, growth, and community impact as Vego Garden marks its fifth anniversary.

    2025 was a pivotal year of growth for our brand and our community.”
    — Robert X, Founder & CEO of Vego Garden

    HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — As the gardening industry’s leading innovator, dedicated to “Gardening made easier, anytime, anywhere”, Vego Garden looks back on a trailblazing 2025 – with launches of 80+ new products and expanded corporate responsibility initiatives on its 5th anniversary. It was a year of new growth and opportunities to empower gardeners, as we remained firmly committed to product breakthroughs and staying ahead of the industry despite challenges.

    Vego Garden remains dedicated to helping gardeners everywhere build their dream gardens with minimal effort – by offering solutions that exceed expectations and pushing the boundaries of innovation. We are driven by the continued support of our customers, and the goal of making gardening accessible to everyone.

    Focusing on creating products that make gardening easier and enjoyable for all, we continued to streamline our offerings throughout 2025 – with new arrivals for both indoor and outdoor gardening, significant upgrades, as well as delightful new designs. These additions reaffirm our position as a forward-thinking company with innovation ingrained in our DNA.

    Groundbreaking New Releases Delighting Gardeners
    To better support gardeners across seasons and spaces, we expanded our Greenhouse Series in 2025 with a range of new solutions, kicking off the year with two new additions to the Pacific Greenhouse Series in August—the expanded 10.5- and 12.5-foot-wide models, building on the original 8.5-foot design launched in 2024. Featuring storm-resistant frames and twin-wall polycarbonate panels that provide reliable protection for year-round growing, this line is characterized by a focus on durability and extending the growing season. The Victorian and Junior Victorian Collections also debuted in the same month, followed by the Pavilion Greenhouse Series in September – providing cozy havens for plants and sheltering them from winter chill.

    February introduced another milestone innovation: the Vego Grow Light, with full-spectrum LED lighting and five smart modes to support plant growth indoors. This was followed by the launch of the Ultimate Grow Light Garden in November, a comprehensive grow light system equipped with LED panels, adjustable heights, and built-in timers to support indoor cultivation, allowing for bountiful harvests regardless of climate.

    November also saw the debut of the Potting Bench, doubling as a gardening workstation and patio accessory built for the outdoors – made from weather-resistant powder-coated steel. Each of its shelves carries up to 265 lbs, so gardeners can store all their tools and garden supplies conveniently.

    Exciting Product Upgrades
    As in previous years, we improved upon our existing products with notable upgrades to make gardening even more effortless. Our first upgrade came in the form of the 2nd Generation Irrigation System Kit, enhanced with smart sensors, expandable tubing, and app connectivity for automated and precise watering to promote healthier plant growth.

    We also welcomed the addition of the Frost Greenhouse Cover System that is fully compatible with the cover system frame, shielding plants from frost, heavy rain, or high winds for extended seasons.

    Designed to support gardeners of all experience levels, Vego Garden also expanded its Elevated Garden Bed lineup with new options tailored to different spaces and needs. New designs—including the Woodgrain, Jumbo, Slim, and Kids Elevated Garden Beds—offer greater flexibility while making gardening easier and more enjoyable for everyone.

    Strengthening Our Commitment to Community
    Parallel to our focus on product development, Vego Garden expanded its Giving Back initiative, donating raised beds, soil, and gardening education to notable partner organizations including Urban Harvest, The WOW Project, and Milestone Montessori. These efforts aimed to promote hands-on gardening education and increase food security among the underprivileged.

    The company also marked its fifth anniversary with the inaugural Vego Day celebration, engaging gardeners directly through its first Yard Sales and live shopping events. Internally, Vego Garden earned the Great Place to Work® Certification in 2025, a designation based directly on anonymous employee feedback, highlighting the company’s investment in its people-first organizational culture.

    Staying Committed to Future Innovation
    “2025 was a pivotal year of growth for our brand and our community,” said Robert X., Founder and CEO of Vego Garden. “Our focus remained on developing thoughtful, system-based solutions that genuinely make gardening accessible for all. Earning recognition from our team with the Great Place to Work® certification was equally significant, as it is their dedication that enables us to serve gardeners more effectively.”

    “We owe our success and achievements in 2025 to the continued support of our customers, employees, and partners. We look forward to launching even more exceptional products in 2026, empowering gardeners of all experience levels with smarter, more accessible solutions—anytime, anywhere.”

    About Vego Garden

    Founded with a mission to make gardening easier, anytime, anywhere, Vego Garden designs innovative and durable solutions for indoor and outdoor gardening. Serving gardeners across North America, the brand offers system-based products that support year-round growing, from seed starting and composting to raised beds, greenhouses, and workspace solutions. Promoting eco-friendly gardening practices and advocating social responsibility, Vego Garden is dedicated to empowering gardeners of all levels to sustainably cultivate their passion for gardening.

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  • Openwater’s Open-LIFU Device Supports Concierge Mental Health Research with TIESA

    Openwater’s Open-LIFU Device Supports Concierge Mental Health Research with TIESA

    TIESA will use Open-LIFU in AI-guided, noninvasive research on neuromodulation for mental health conditions.

    SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Openwater, an open-source medical technology company delivering portable, hospital-grade diagnostic and therapeutic research devices, today announced that TIESA will use its Open-LIFU platform to support focused ultrasound (FUS) neuromodulation research for depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions. The Austrian-based company is exploring closed-loop and AI-driven neurostimulation as part of its research programs evaluating non-pharmacologic mental health treatment.

    Mental health conditions affect more than one billion people globally, according to the World Health Organization. With the goal to improve depression, anxiety, and trauma-related symptoms, TIESA aims to study and modulate the Default Mode Network (DMN) – the brain’s internal voice of stress, trauma, and worry – using precise neuromodulation. TIESA expects to begin enrolling patients into Open-LIFU-based neuromodulation research programs in early 2026.

    Patients participating in TIESA’s research will undergo its personalized, data-driven clinical process. Open-LIFU will be used under research and clinical protocols to noninvasively stimulate the target brain regions. This approach is supported by research from the University of Arizona showing that transcranial FUS targeting the DMN has been associated with response rates of up to 60% and remission in 35% of participants after three weeks of treatment.

    “The launch of our TIESA software marks an important step in the evolution of mental health care, emphasizing neuromodulation-based, personalized treatment models with no side effects,” said Raphael Biancale, co-founder and CEO of TIESA. “Our goal is to deliver advanced, data-driven mental health treatments that address the root causes of mental health disorders and restore clarity and wellbeing.”

    Currently available for research use only, Open-LIFU is an adaptable, noninvasive system designed to deliver FUS to precise areas of the brain and body. Its modular architecture and open-source software allows clinicians and researchers to customize the device for various therapeutic hypotheses and research needs.

    “What’s meaningful about this deployment is that Open-LIFU is being used as part of real-world research-driven care programs, not confined to a single lab or early feasibility study,” said Aaron Timm, CEO of Openwater. “By collaborating with organizations like TIESA, we’re showing how focused ultrasound platforms can be integrated into partner-led research programs for personalized neuromodulation, while building the evidence base needed to inform the future of mental health care.”

    Open-LIFU is already in active use at academic and research institutions in the U.S. and internationally, including at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Hospital del Mar Research Institute in Barcelona. Early academic research has explored Open-LIFU’s potential in treating neurological diseases, cancer, and mental health disorders like anxiety and depression, but the device itself remains investigational and not cleared as a standalone treatment.

    To learn more about Openwater and its open-source research devices, visit www.openwater.health.

    About Openwater
    Openwater is an AI-driven medical technology company founded by Dr. Mary Lou Jepsen to make hospital-grade care universally accessible. Backed by notable supporters including Khosla Ventures, Plum Alley, BOLD Capital Partners, Vitalik Buterin, Esther Dyson, and Peter Gabriel, Openwater employs open-source development and consumer electronics manufacturing to lower the cost and speed the delivery of noninvasive medical devices. The company collaborates with leading institutions worldwide to research, validate, and distribute these technologies, aiming to reach patients across borders and income levels. www.openwater.health

    About TIESA
    Software engineers, AI researchers, neuroscientists, and entrepreneurs at TIESA collaborate to merge neuroscience, technology, and spiritual insight in developing the Ego- Death machine—designed to help individuals overcome biases such as anxiety, fear, sadness, and loneliness, enabling a conscious life.

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  • iOT365 Introduces LLM-Native Autonomous SOC for Industrial Environments

    iOT365 Introduces LLM-Native Autonomous SOC for Industrial Environments

    Autonomous, LLM-native SOC unifying IDS, SIEM, and SOC to eliminate Tier 1 and Tier 2 operations in OT and critical infrastructure

    The future of OT security is autonomous. AI must execute detection, investigation, and response at machine speed.”
    — Alexander Tartakovsky

    NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — iOT365, a global OT cybersecurity leader delivering autonomous protection for critical infrastructure, today announced the launch of its autonomous, LLM-native security operations platform. The new architecture unifies intrusion detection, security analytics, and SOC execution into a single software-defined system designed to eliminate labor-intensive Tier 1 and Tier 2 security operations.

    The platform introduces an AI-powered forensic analyst capable of autonomously performing alert triage, investigation, correlation, and response—functions traditionally handled by human SOC teams. By embedding AI reasoning directly across the security stack, iOT365 enables continuous, closed-loop security operations without human involvement in routine workflows.

    “Security operations were built around the assumption that humans must review every alert and investigate every signal,” said Alexander Tartakovsky, CEO of iOT365. “That assumption no longer holds. With iOT365, security operations become software-defined, with AI executing detection, investigation, and forensic reasoning continuously and at machine speed.”

    Despite decades of innovation, SOCs supporting industrial and critical infrastructure environments remain costly, talent-constrained, and overwhelmed by alerts and false positives. Staffing and operational overhead continue to consume a disproportionate share of cybersecurity budgets, with limited improvement in response times or breach outcomes.

    “The current SOC model does not scale for industrial environments,” Tartakovsky added. “Organizations are being asked to defend increasingly complex OT systems using human-heavy processes that were never designed for safety-critical, always-on operations. Our approach shifts execution from people to software, while keeping human experts focused on oversight, governance, and high-impact decisions.”

    Unlike platforms that apply AI only at the analytics or SOC interface level, iOT365 embeds LLM-native reasoning across its entire architecture. At the IDS layer, the platform delivers behavioral and protocol-aware detection for OT traffic, with deterministic operation suitable for regulated and safety-critical environments. At the SIEM layer, it performs autonomous correlation and natural-language reasoning across industrial telemetry, automatically grouping, prioritizing, and classifying incidents. At the SOC layer, the AI forensic analyst reconstructs complete attack timelines, determines blast radius and affected assets, and produces investigation-ready reports.

    By automating alert validation, investigation, and response logic, iOT365 enables organizations to eliminate manual Tier 1 alert triage and significantly reduce Tier 2 investigation workloads. The result is faster detection and response, continuous 24/7 coverage without staffing constraints, and improved operational resilience. Tier 3 experts remain focused on advanced threat hunting, architecture, and compliance—where human expertise delivers the greatest strategic value.

    The platform is purpose-built for environments where traditional SOC models struggle, including industrial networks, air-gapped and regulated infrastructures, and safety-critical systems. These environments demand deterministic detection, minimal noise, and zero operational disruption—making them a natural entry point for iOT365 across energy, utilities, manufacturing, transportation, water, and other critical infrastructure sectors.

    The iOT365 autonomous SOC platform is commercially available, with phased enterprise deployments underway. Planned roadmap initiatives include expanded AI-driven threat hunting, deeper industrial protocol coverage, and advanced detection-engineering automation.

    About iOT365

    iOT365 is a global OT cybersecurity leader delivering a unified IDS, SIEM, and SOC platform purpose-built for critical infrastructure environments. By embedding AI reasoning throughout the security stack, iOT365 enables scalable, resilient security operations with dramatically reduced human dependency.

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  • DMi Partners Announces Three New Executive Appointments

    DMi Partners Announces Three New Executive Appointments

    Independent Philadelphia-Based Marketing Agency Introduces Roles in Product Development, Client Services, and Growth

    Ultimately, these new positions will help us provide clients with more opportunities for growth across services.”
    — Patrick McKenna

    PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — DMi Partners (DMi), Philadelphia’s longest-running, independent performance marketing agency today announced the promotion of Kristina Nolan to President, Brian McKenna to Executive Vice President of Client Services, and Zach Labenberg to Chief Growth Officer.

    In their new roles, these leaders, who have all worked at DMi Partners for at least 10 years, will bolster product development, client services, and growth.

    Kristina Nolan, President: Formerly VP of Media Services, Nolan will leverage the holistic channel perspective she has developed over her 10 years at DMi Partners to identify and build new products that offer new growth paths to the agency’s clients.

    Brian McKenna, EVP of Client Services: Formerly VP of CRM, McKenna will work closely with Nolan to integrate the agency’s channel offerings and build collaborative growth opportunities for clients and team members.

    Zach Labenberg, Chief Growth Officer: Formerly VP of Growth, Labenberg will focus on developing and optimizing agency partnerships to deliver value for existing and prospective clients. He will also work closely with Brian McKenna on unified service delivery and insights for current and prospective clients – regardless of the scope of their work with DMi Partners.

    “Kristina, Zach, and Brian have unique experience and expertise that are highly complementary of each other. Each brings a lot of care to their work – care for doing a good job for our clients, care for providing value to DMi Partners, and care for their team members,” CEO and co-founder Patrick McKenna said. “Each has been good at creating opportunities for client and team growth, which is our core purpose. In doing so, they’ve created opportunities for their own growth.”

    McKenna founded DMi Partners in 2003; the agency has since built an award-winning culture for a team achieving transformative growth for clients across its suite of channels. Recent honors include consecutive annual workplace awards from AdAge, Inc.com, and the Philadelphia Inquirer.

    “Ultimately, these new positions will help us provide clients with more opportunities for growth across services,” McKenna added. “Our teams will benefit from more collaboration and shared experience and intelligence across services as well.”

    About DMi Partners
    DMi Partners is a full-service performance marketing agency working with today’s leading consumer, B2B, and e-commerce brands like LiquidIV, Good American and Citizen Watch. The agency’s innovative affiliate marketing and email marketing strategies drive incremental, trackable growth for their clients’ businesses.

    Founded in 2003, DMi Partners has over 100 clients and 85 team members nationwide, including Philadelphia, California, New York, and Colorado. Staffed by big-agency talent and offering the personal attention and agility of a boutique, DMi Partners has been recognized for managing award-winning campaigns and a proven track record of delivering the highest quality marketing strategy, execution, and results.

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  • RevaTerra Joins Georgia Forestry Association (GFA) and Plans to Participate in Forestry Day at the Capitol

    RevaTerra Joins Georgia Forestry Association (GFA) and Plans to Participate in Forestry Day at the Capitol

    RevaTerra engages with Georgia’s forestry and biomass community as it advances AI-powered bioenergy solutions and constructive policy dialogue.

    Thoughtful participation and direct dialogue are essential as new technologies are introduced into long-established industries.”
    — Jude Davies

    ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — RevaTerra Joins Georgia Forestry Association (GFA) and Plans to Participate in Forestry Day at the Capitol

    RevaTerra, the world’s first AI-powered bioenergy company focused on deployable bio-coal fuel solutions, today announced that it has joined the Georgia Forestry Association (GFA) as a member.

    RevaTerra’s membership reflects its interest in engaging directly with Georgia’s forestry and biomass ecosystem as the company advances innovative approaches to renewable energy, data-driven optimization, and regional scalability. Membership in GFA provides an opportunity for RevaTerra to participate in industry dialogue, better understand policy and market dynamics, and build relationships across the forestry value chain.

    As part of its engagement, RevaTerra will attend Forestry Day at the Capitol, taking place February 9-10, 2026, in Atlanta. This event brings together forestry stakeholders and state policymakers for education and discussion around issues affecting forestry, land use, energy and the broader bio-based economy in Georgia.

    “Joining the Georgia Forestry Association allows us to stay informed and engaged as we build next-generation bioenergy solutions,” said Jude Davies, CEO and Co-Founder of RevaTerra. “We believe thoughtful participation and direct dialogue are essential as new technologies are introduced into long-established industries.”

    “We’re pleased to welcome RevaTerra to the Georgia Forestry Association,” said Tim Lowrimore, CEO of the Georgia Forestry Association. “Georgia’s forestry sector continues to evolve, and innovation plays an important role in strengthening rural economies and expanding sustainable markets for forest resources. We look forward to RevaTerra’s participation in GFA and to engaging in thoughtful dialogue as new technologies intersect with Georgia’s long-standing forestry traditions.”

    RevaTerra’s presence at Forestry Day at the Capitol underscores the company’s broader interest in constructive policy engagement and cross-sector collaboration as it works toward commercializing intelligent bioenergy systems in the Southeast and beyond.

    About RevaTerra
    Founded in 2025, RevaTerra is an AI-powered bioenergy company. The name RevaTerra means “Renew the Earth,” reflecting its mission to turn what’s abundant into what’s essential. By combining advanced biomass characterization and machine learning, RevaTerra develops energy technologies that transform forestry and agricultural residues into reliable, high-performance fuels. Designed to integrate seamlessly with existing energy systems, RevaTerra’s solutions support both economic growth and the global transition to a low-carbon future. Learn more at https://www.revaterra.co.

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  • Simply Marinas Closes Another Successful Year with Recent Transactions Exceeding $450MM

    Simply Marinas Closes Another Successful Year with Recent Transactions Exceeding $450MM

    Q4 – 2025 Simply Marinas Sales Closing with $120MM+ In Marina Transactions

    We believe that the marina sales market is poised for significant growth in 2026”
    — George Ash, Simply Marinas National Director

    CORAL GABLES, FL, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Simply Marinas ended 2025 with strong sales momentum, closing out another successful year. In the fourth quarter, several listings were sold or put under agreement, with a total of $120 million in marina transactions during this period.

    Recent marina transactions included Cottonwood Cove Campground and Marina, NE; Castaways Yacht Club, NY; Boat Tree Marina, FL; Waterman’s Marina, TX; Shelter Bay Marine, FL; Pebble Isle Campground and Marina, TN; Coconuts RV Resort, MO; Coconuts Marina, MO; Harbor Bay Marina, TX; and two Pacific Coast confidential offerings, with a few more now under agreement.

    “Most of our offerings have been confidential, which we attribute to our strong network of over 14,000 marina buyers that we have cultivated over the past 24 years,” said Michelle Ash, Simply Marinas’ owner/broker. “Our team has facilitated over 270 marina transactions, and thanks to our top-tier specialists and award-winning outreach, we have one of the highest sales volumes, with recent sales over the last four years exceeding $450 million.”

    George Ash, Simply Marinas’ National Director, stated, “We believe that the marina sales market is poised for significant growth in 2026.” He pointed to several factors contributing to this trend, such as softening interest rates, increased access to capital, and a growing number of buyers.

    Ash also said that investors are increasingly attracted to marinas due to the benefits of accelerated depreciation and favorable cap rates when compared to other commercial real estate. “The limited supply of available marinas and the barriers to entry create a unique opportunity for substantial upside. This combination leads to an optimistic forecast for the marina market,” he continued.

    To cultivate relationships, the Simply Marinas team sponsors and exhibits at various marina association events across the U.S., including the Docks Expo and the upcoming AMI Conference & Expo.

    The company offers a free consultation and valuation to those considering a sale and assists with the sales process from pre-sale to closing. Marina owners can also request a complimentary digital copy of the Simply Marinas publication, The Marina Seller’s Guide, by our team.

    For more information, including featured sales, testimonials and case studies, visit simplymarinas.com and to download our brochure.

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  • BLR’s TrainingToday earns Gold for its workforce training platform

    BLR’s TrainingToday earns Gold for its workforce training platform

    BLR announced that TrainingToday, its workforce training platform, has been awarded in the Best Advance in Learning Management Technology by Brandon Hall Group.

    Our focus has been on accuracy, usability, and measurable outcomes, particularly for organizations with limited time and resources.”
    — Kim St. Lawrence, Senior Vice President of Product, BLR

    BRENTWOOD, TN, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — BLR announced that TrainingToday®, its workforce training platform, has been awarded in the Best Advance in Learning Management Technology for Compliance Training category in a national awards program honoring technology solutions that demonstrate clear business value, innovation, and measurable results.

    TrainingToday is a comprehensive online training platform that combines a configurable learning management system (LMS) with industry- and state-specific course libraries developed and maintained by BLR’s in-house subject matter experts. The platform supports compliance, onboarding, and professional development initiatives across a wide range of organization types.

    Judges recognized TrainingToday for its ability to deliver consistent, compliant training through expert-developed courses and a configurable learning management system used across HR, environmental health and safety (EHS), and professional development programs.

    “This award recognizes the practical work our teams do every day, monitoring regulatory changes, translating requirements into clear training, and supporting a platform that organizations can actually manage,” said Kim St. Lawrence, Senior Vice President of Product at BLR. “Our focus has been on accuracy, usability, and measurable outcomes, particularly for organizations with limited time and resources.”

    To learn more about what made TrainingToday a Gold award winner, explore the course topics on BLR’s Employee Training page, or visit the Learning Management System page to see how TrainingToday delivers a modern, compliance-focused learning experience. Organizations can also schedule a consultation with a TrainingToday expert to learn more.

    About BLR

    For nearly 50 years, BLR has been the trusted compliance and training partner for HR and EHS teams operating in highly regulated industries. Our suite of products has continuously evolved to meet today’s regulatory requirements and industry demands. With long-standing expertise in HR legislative and EHS regulatory compliance, BLR is uniquely positioned to equip businesses with the guidance needed to navigate federal and state regulatory requirements, mitigate risks, and foster a safe and productive working environment. Staying true to our founding purpose and unwavering commitment to quality and accuracy, we empower businesses with the knowledge needed to navigate today’s dynamic business and regulatory environments.

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  • Foreclosure.com Releases New Educational Video Examining 50-Year Mortgages and Housing Affordability

    Foreclosure.com Releases New Educational Video Examining 50-Year Mortgages and Housing Affordability

    Extended-term mortgages re-enter national housing discussions as affordability pressures persist.

    BOCA RATON, FL, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Foreclosure.com, a leading provider of distressed-property data and housing market education, has released a new educational video examining the growing national discussion around 50-year mortgages and their potential impact on affordability, foreclosure risk, and buyer behavior as the U.S. housing market enters 2026.

    The video, “50-Year Mortgages: Lifeline or Disaster?”, features an in-depth conversation with Christopher Tapia, Principal of Tapia Group with Compass, and explores why extended-term mortgages are re-entering policy discussions amid elevated interest rates, rising taxes, and increasing financial pressure on American households.

    During the interview, Tapia explains how a 50-year mortgage may reduce monthly payments by as much as 20 – 30%, potentially helping certain borrowers remain in their homes or enter the housing market when traditional financing is no longer affordable. The discussion also addresses the risks of longer amortization schedules, including slower equity growth and the risk of prolonged debt exposure if future refinancing options are limited.

    The video highlights how 50-year mortgages may affect three key groups:
    • Distressed homeowners seeking to avoid foreclosure through payment reduction.
    • First-time homebuyers facing affordability barriers in high-rate environments.
    • Primary residence buyers attempting to relocate or upgrade without sharply increasing monthly expenses.

    The full video is available here: 50-Year Mortgages: Lifeline or Disaster?
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    Foreclosure.com provides one of the largest continuously updated databases of distressed real estate listings in the United States, including preforeclosures, foreclosure auctions, bank-owned homes, government foreclosures, and off-market distressed properties. Listings are updated twice daily from hundreds of corporate sellers, loan servicers, and government agencies.

    In addition to property data, Foreclosure.com publishes educational housing-market content to help homeowners, buyers, investors, and industry professionals better understand market trends, financing strategies, and foreclosure dynamics. Visitors can activate free local foreclosure email alerts at https://www.foreclosure.com/turn-on-the-alerts/ and explore video content at https://www.foreclosure.com/videos/.

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  • The Regis Company Wins Top Honors from Brandon Hall for Simulation Tech, Leadership Development, and Skills Intelligence

    The Regis Company Wins Top Honors from Brandon Hall for Simulation Tech, Leadership Development, and Skills Intelligence

    Three Gold Awards recognize SimGate’s practice-based approach to generating the capability data CLOs need to prove workforce readiness

    CLOs want to move beyond completion metrics to actual proof of capability”
    — Mike Vaughan, CEO of The Regis Company

    GOLDEN, CO, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The Regis Company, creator of the SimGate AI-powered skills practice platform, today announced it has won three Gold Awards in the Brandon Hall Group 2025 Technology Excellence Awards. The company earned top honors in Best Advance in Gaming or Simulation Technology, Best Advance in Leadership Simulation Tools, and the newly created Best Skills Intelligence & Skills-Based Platforms category.

    The Brandon Hall Group Excellence Awards, now in its 31st year, is widely considered the “Academy Awards” of the learning and talent industry. The program recognizes organizations that have successfully deployed technologies achieving measurable results.

    The Measurement Gap CLOs Face
    The triple Gold recognition arrives as Chief Learning Officers face mounting pressure to prove their impact at the executive level. Research shows that while 76% of organizations invest significantly in learning, only 40% can demonstrate that training actually changes behavior on the job.

    “The missing ingredient is practice,” said Eric Dingler, advisor to The Regis Company and former CLO at Deloitte. “Completions and quiz scores measure participation and recall, not capability. Only by observing people apply skills in realistic scenarios can you capture the behavioral data that actually proves readiness.”

    “There’s a growing demand across the industry for more meaningful data and insights. CLOs want to move beyond completion metrics to actual proof of capability,” said Mike Vaughan, CEO and Founder of The Regis Company. “We’re excited to help serve that demand. Skills intelligence tells you who’s ready to perform, and that’s exactly what SimGate was built to deliver.”

    Skills Intelligence: The New Standard
    The Best Skills Intelligence & Skills-Based Platforms category is new for 2025, reflecting the industry’s accelerating shift toward skills-based talent strategies. Brandon Hall Group created the category in recognition that technology designed to identify, validate, develop, and deploy skills across the enterprise has become mission-critical.

    SimGate’s recognition across all three categories reflects its unique position as the first platform purpose-built for both skills development and skills validation. Unlike traditional learning systems that track completions, SimGate’s AI-powered simulations place learners in realistic business scenarios where they make decisions, navigate consequences and tradeoffs, and demonstrate capability, generating the behavioral data that proves readiness.

    About The Regis Company
    The Regis Company is the creator of SimGate, the industry’s first AI-powered skills practice platform purpose-built for both skills development and skills validation. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Golden, Colorado, the company combines deep simulation expertise with cutting-edge AI technology to deliver measurable workforce readiness solutions for Fortune 500 enterprises. The company has won 50+ industry awards and maintains strategic technology partnerships with leading AI providers including Synthesia, ElevenLabs, Pictory, Colossyan, and others. For more information, visit www.regiscompany.com.

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  • MYTSV.COM Research Reveals Video Marketing as the Antidote to ‘Review Fatigue’ in the $60 Billion Hair Care Industry

    MYTSV.COM Research Reveals Video Marketing as the Antidote to ‘Review Fatigue’ in the $60 Billion Hair Care Industry

    The traditional text-based reviews and faceless star ratings are no longer sufficient to build trust in the high-stakes beauty and wellness sector.

    DEERFIELD, IL, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — MYTSV.COM, the video-first local business directory and investigative research blog, has released an in-depth industry analysis: “Comprehensive Analysis of the United States Hair Care and Styling Industry.” The report highlights a critical shift in consumer behavior, asserting that traditional text-based reviews and faceless star ratings are no longer sufficient to build trust in the high-stakes beauty and wellness sector.

    As of 2024, the U.S. hair salon market is valued at approximately $60.6 billion.[1, 2] However, the industry faces a growing “trust gap.” With the rise of bot-generated feedback and misleading reviews, consumer skepticism has reached an all-time high. The research identifies “review fatigue” as a primary barrier to conversion, noting that 71% of consumers will not even consider a business with a rating below 3 stars, yet many remain doubtful of the authenticity of 5-star text reviews.[3, 4]

    Key Research Findings:
    * The Power of Video: Video-based marketing yields a 33% higher recall rate than traditional ads.[5]
    * Engagement Metrics: Short-form video content results in a 52% increase in brand recall and a 41% boost in purchase intent.[5]
    * The Loyalty Tipping Point: First-time clients who book online return for a second visit 78% of the time, compared to just 39% for walk-ins, emphasizing the need for frictionless digital journeys .
    * Demographic Shifts: Men’s grooming has become the fastest-growing market niche, with 68% of male clients visiting salons more frequently in 2024 .
    “The beauty industry is inherently visual, yet for decades, we have relied on static text to help consumers choose their stylists,” said Eugene Kolkevich, CEO and Founder of MYTSV.COM. “Our research confirms that trust is built on familiarity. Consumers want to see the face, hear the voice, and witness the craftsmanship of a professional before they book. MYTSV was built to provide exactly that transparency.”

    The MYTSV Mission and Concept
    MYTSV.com is rewriting the rules of local discovery. Its mission is to bridge the gap between local consumers and the trusted, specialized experts operating within their immediate communities. In a digital world that often feels impersonal, MYTSV leverages the power of authentic video storytelling to re-establish accessibility at the neighborhood level.
    The platform’s concept—”Neighborhood, Your Experts, Your Video Guide”—transforms static, low-engagement listings into dynamic customer introductions. By integrating high-quality video directly into verified business listings, MYTSV helps local salons and service providers stand out through “human-first” technology. This approach not only boosts a business’s local SEO by increasing dwell time but also serves as an antidote to the skepticism surrounding traditional online ratings.
    The full research report, including strategies for AI-driven search and investigative blogging, is available now in the blog section of MYTSV.COM.
    About MYTSV.COM
    MYTSV.COM is a next-generation online business directory and investigative research platform founded by Eugene Kolkevich. By fusing authentic video storytelling with verified business data and expert-level economic analysis, MYTSV.COM helps consumers make informed choices while providing businesses with a dynamic platform to build visibility, authority, and trust.

    Research Sources and Links:
    * Market Dynamics & Growth: https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/salon-hair-care-services-market-113322
    * U.S. Salon Benchmarks & Retention: https://www.joinblvd.com/blog/salon-trends-industry-statistics
    * Neuroscience of Video Storytelling: [5]https://behindwellness.com/beyond-the-product-connecting-beauty-brands-through-storytelling/
    * The Launch of Video-Focused Search: [6]https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/mytsvcom-launches-nations-first-video-focused-business-directory-revolutionizing-local-search-with-trust-and-transparency-302613103.html
    * Solving Review Fatigue: [6, 4]https://www.billhartzer.com/local-search/meet-mytsv-the-youtube-style-directory-thats-redefining-local-search/

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