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KPMG LLP AND MICROSOFT ESTABLISH INDUSTRY-LEADING INITIATIVE TO SCALE GENERATIVE AI ACROSS AUDIT, TAX AND ADVISORY

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Companies co-invest to deliver generative AI solutions for Audit, Tax and Advisory U.S. clientsKPMG deploys Microsoft OpenAI capabilities across its internal platforms Collaboration delivers responsible, secure approach to deploying AI at scale

NEW YORK, May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — KPMG LLP, the U.S. the audit, tax, and advisory firm, and Microsoft are establishing an AI Innovation Initiative, focused on co-developing solutions for clients across industries and embedding Azure OpenAI Service across nearly all dimensions of KPMG’s U.S. business. The initiative will be led by Cherie Gartner, KPMG’s Global Lead Partner for Microsoft. 

 

“Embracing the capabilities of generative AI will shape business solutions and create new opportunities for growth and success at our firm, in our industry and for our clients,” said Carl Carande, Vice Chair – Advisory for KPMG U.S. and Global Head of Advisory. “Over the past decade, Microsoft and KPMG have worked together to put ethics and security at the center of everything we do. The collective ingenuity of the team dedicated to our AI Innovation Initiative will allow us to innovate at a rapid pace, maintain the trust of our stakeholders, and deliver transformational value for our clients.” 

Many KPMG U.S. partners and employees can already apply Microsoft’s generative AI capabilities against KPMG proprietary data within the firm’s secure cloud platform built on Microsoft Azure, and the firm will embed generative AI capabilities across its client delivery models. This collaboration with Microsoft and use of Azure OpenAI Service allows KPMG to layer Microsoft’s state-of-the-art machine learning models, natural language processing capabilities and enhanced analytics onto firm data sets and solutions within its secure cloud environment, protecting client and firm data.

“KPMG is known for delivering exceptional audit, tax, and advisory services to its clients, and we are thrilled to expand our collaboration with generative AI technologies to accelerate growth and innovation across KPMG and for its clients,” said Judson Althoff, executive vice president and chief commercial officer at Microsoft. “Through this initiative, we will work with KPMG to harness the power of Microsoft Azure, Azure OpenAI, and Microsoft 365 Copilot to deliver AI-empowered solutions within our trusted cloud environment.”

Today’s announcement focuses on three areas of investment:

Establishing the AI Innovation Initiative: KPMG and Microsoft are collaborating to develop new solutions that will address some of the market’s most pressing needs. For example, KPMG Tax developed an AI solution using Azure OpenAI Service that rapidly analyzes clients’ ESG data, establishes fact patterns, and ultimately helps clients to develop their ESG data reporting and narrative.Enhancing every client engagement: KPMG’s Advisory practice is rebuilding its project delivery platform on Azure to integrate Azure OpenAI Service and machine learning models. KPMG Tax will operate a generative-AI powered “virtual assistant” to create new client service models and revenue-generating opportunities.Transforming internal operations: KPMG will be an early adopter of Microsoft 365 Copilot this summer as part of the firm’s broader efforts to put generative AI capabilities in the hands of its professionals to help them work more efficiently and spend their time on high-value activities. The collaboration with Microsoft will also include a training component to prepare KPMG professionals to adopt the technology.

“The KPMG and Microsoft AI Innovation Initiative will bring the best of our two organizations together,” said Cherie Gartner, Global Lead Partner for Microsoft at KPMG. “KPMG’s industry-leading AI security and responsible use experience paired with Microsoft’s cutting-edge generative AI capabilities, provides us with an unrivaled ability to rapidly develop and deploy solutions, while also prioritizing protection and adhering to the principles of Responsible AI.”

About KPMG LLP 

KPMG LLP is the U.S. firm of the KPMG global organization of independent professional services firms providing audit, tax and advisory services. The KPMG global organization operates in 143 countries and territories and has more than 265,000 people working in member firms around the world. Each KPMG firm is a legally distinct and separate entity and describes itself as such. KPMG International Limited is a private English company limited by guarantee. KPMG International Limited and its related entities do not provide services to clients.

Some or all of the services described herein may not be permissible for KPMG audit clients and their affiliates or related entities.

KPMG is widely recognized for being a great place to work and build a career. Our people share a sense of purpose in the work we do, and a strong commitment to community service, inclusion and diversity and eradicating childhood illiteracy. Learn more at www.kpmg.com/us

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Melanie Malluk Batley
mbatley@kpmg.com
201-307-8217

 


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Tenant Inc.’s Hummingbird PMS Surpasses 1,000 Facilities, Driving Self-Storage Success Through Enhanced Automation and Modern Tenant Experiences

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NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Tenant Inc., an innovator in self-storage technology, today announced that its Hummingbird property management software (PMS) now powers over 1,000 self-storage facilities. This significant milestone underscores the industry’s rapid shift towards integrated, cloud-based solutions and Tenant Inc.’s role in enabling operators to thrive in a digital-first landscape. 

The rapid adoption of Hummingbird by over 1,000 facilities reflects the strong demand among operators for a comprehensive platform that delivers the essential tools for success in today’s self-storage industry. Hummingbird empowers operators to maximize revenue, automate operations, and provide the seamless, digital convenience today’s tenants demand. The platform achieves this through a comprehensive, all-in-one suite of technology solutions encompassing everything from high-converting websites offering “touchless” online rentals to dynamic revenue management tools powered by real-time business intelligence.

“This milestone is a testament to our team’s hard work and the trust operators place in our platform,” said Lance Watkins, CEO of Tenant Inc. “We are driven by a commitment to continuous innovation, providing cutting-edge solutions that help independent operators navigate a rapidly evolving self-storage industry. This milestone isn’t just a number; it represents 1,000 facilities leveraging technology to operate more efficiently and deliver the mobile-first experiences their tenants expect.” 

Tenant Inc.’s rapid growth and platform adoption are driven by its ability to deliver tangible results across key areas:

Attracting & Converting Tenants: Tenant Inc. equips operators with powerful, mobile-first websites engineered to rank high on search, capture high-intent traffic, and convert clicks into rentals through a seamless online rental experience.Automating Operations: Comprehensive automation across key self-storage tasks—from leasing and billing to delinquency management and auctions—transforms daily operations and frees teams to focus on strategic growth and customer service.Maximizing Revenue: Tenant Inc.’s platform unlocks hidden revenue opportunities through dynamic rate management tools, automated rent management, and integrated ancillary offerings like tenant protection and merchandise sales.Making Smarter Business Decisions: Tenant Inc. provides actionable business intelligence, turning data into insights via real-time reporting and the advanced analytics of Tenant Data Warehouse for data-backed certainty.Providing the Best Tenant Experience: Operators can deliver the modern digital convenience tenants demand through intuitive self-service portals, flexible mobile payment options including Apple/Google Pay, and personalized support enhanced by integrated call management tools.

Tenant Inc. remains dedicated to pushing the boundaries of self-storage technology, ensuring operators have the comprehensive, integrated tools needed for sustained success.

About Tenant Inc. 

Tenant Inc. empowers self-storage operators with an all-in-one SaaS platform designed to streamline operations and maximize revenue. Their comprehensive cloud-based suite of tools includes property management software, self-storage websites, digital marketing services, and more—giving storage owners and operators everything they need to compete and thrive in today’s competitive self-storage market.

For more information, please visit tenantinc.com

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EARTHWORKS TO CLOSE FIRST TRANCHE OF PRIVATE PLACEMENT

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OTCQB: EAATF

VANCOUVER, BC, May 22, 2025 /CNW/ – Earthworks Industries Inc. (the “Company”), in a release dated April 1, 2025, announced its offering of 7,500,000 Units at $0.05 per Unit to raise $375,000. The Company proposes to close a first tranche of 5,270,000 Units – for which it has received gross proceeds of $263,500 – subject to acceptance by the TSX Venture Exchange. 

The Company further reports that its wholly owned U.S subsidiary, Cortina Integrated Waste Management Inc. (CIWM), has received an updated Order from the United States District Court for the Eastern District Court of California establishing the briefing and argument schedule for the Motion for Summary Judgement that the U.S. Interior Department filed seeking dismissal of CIWM’s Complaint challenging the Interior Department’s purported termination of its Cortina lease in California. The court set October 27, 2025, as the hearing date for that Motion, and approved the following briefing schedule:

Federal Defendants’ Opposition/Cross Motion June 30, 2025Defendant-Intervenor’s Opposition/Cross Motion June 30, 2025Plaintiff’s Reply/Opposition August 8, 2025Federal Defendants’ Reply September 5, 2025Defendant-Intervenor’s Reply September 5, 2025

Management is pleased with the progress we have made to date, and we remain optimistic about the successful resolution of issues at Cortina. We look forward to continuing to develop Cortina as the model for future environmentally responsible disposal operations.

Forward Looking Statements:

This news release contains “forward-looking information” and “forward-looking statements” (collectively ‘forward-looking statements”) within the meaning of the applicable Canadian securities regulations. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements and are based on expectations, estimates and projections as of the date of this news release. Any statements that involve discussions with respect to predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objective assumptions, future events or performance  (often but not always using phrases such as “expects”, or “does not expect”, “is expected”, “anticipates” or “does not anticipate”, “plans”, “budget”, “scheduled”, “forecasts”, “estimates”, “believes” or “intends” or “may” or “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” be taken to occur or be achieved) are not statements of historical fact and may be forward-looking statements.

Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance, or achievements of the Company or CIWM to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements are described under the “Risks and Uncertainties Statement” attached to this news release. Forward- looking statements contained herein are made as of the date of this News Release. The Company will update these forward-looking statement and Risks and Uncertainties as required to reflect new information, results, future events, circumstances, or if management’s estimates or opinions should change, or otherwise. There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, the reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on our forward-looking statements.   

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its regulation services provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this News Release.

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Tap Native Launches Precision Bidding by NPI, Empowering Pharma Marketers to Reach HCPs at the Individual Level

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RAMSEY, N.J., May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Tap Native, a leading healthcare-focused digital advertising platform, today announced the launch of its new Bid by NPI capability, a precision targeting feature that enables pharmaceutical advertisers to assign custom cost-per-click (CPC) bids to individual healthcare professionals (HCPs) using their National Provider Identifier (NPI).

This new feature represents a shift away from legacy decile-based targeting models, which broadly group providers by prescribing volume. With Bid by NPI, marketers can now strategically prioritize physicians and other HCPs based on specialty, historical engagement, therapeutic alignment, or other campaign-specific attributes—maximizing budget efficiency and ROI.

“By allowing marketers to bid by NPI, we’re giving them a tool to align their investments directly with their goals,” said RJ Lewis, Co-Founder of Tap Native. “Every healthcare professional has a unique value to each brand. Our platform now reflects that reality.”

Tap Native’s authenticated HCP reach already spans more than 82% of U.S.-based healthcare providers across a wide range of digital properties. With this new targeting precision, brands can reach their highest-priority audiences more effectively, with real-time control over how and where ad spend is allocated.

“This bidding feature gives advertisers more power to connect meaningfully with their most important audiences,” said Rafael Cosentino, Vice President of Business Development at Tap Native. “We’re excited to bring greater efficiency and accountability to the healthcare advertising landscape.”

The introduction of NPI-level bidding aligns with the industry’s broader transition toward data-driven strategies that emphasize measurable performance and person-level engagement. It also supports publishers by improving campaign effectiveness and engagement rates.

As healthcare marketers continue to seek greater transparency and value from their advertising investments, tools like Bid by NPI offer a future-ready approach to reaching the right providers at the right moment, with maximum relevance.

About Tap Native

Tap Native is a performance-driven digital advertising platform purpose-built for healthcare. The company connects health brands with authenticated healthcare professionals and engaged consumer audiences across high-quality publisher environments. Tap Native enables advanced targeting, contextual placements, and real-time optimization to deliver measurable outcomes for advertisers.

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Madison Crane
mcrane@ehsmail.com

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