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U.S. Minority Business Development Agency and Urban Strategies, Inc. Announce New Partnership to Strengthen Opportunities and Access for Minority Businesses

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BALTIMORE, July 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Acting Under Secretary of Commerce for Minority Business Development at the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) Eric Morrissette and Esther Shin, president of Urban Strategies, Inc. (USI), celebrated a partnership with the signing of a memorandum of understanding to strengthen opportunities and access for emergent enterprises of color throughout the country.

As a federally designated Community Development Financial Institution, Urban Strategies’ CDFI focuses on helping underserved businesses and communities prosper with training and expertise in accessing necessary resources.

“The ability for Black, Latinx, Indigenous, and other marginalized communities to dream and actualize their economic goals is oftentimes a hard-fought battle. These entrepreneurial dreamers, in partnership with USI and the USI CDFI, are building a pathway to access resources with thoughtful funders and strategic partners who understand the systemic challenges that call for meaningful and equitable strategies. USI is proud to solidify this partnership with the Minority Business Development Agency to create pathways for families with enterprising aspirations to achieve stability, prosperity, and liberation.” – Esther Shin, USI, President

The mission of the MBDA is to foster, promote and develop minority enterprises, including promoting their growth and global competitiveness, by providing technical assistance and highlighting business development opportunities. Financial assistance provided by the agency is designed to help deliver a range of services.

Through the partnership, USI and the MBDA will work as strategic partners to scale access to services and capital for emergent businesses of color, leveraging the capabilities of each organization to expand public awareness of their priorities, initiatives and resources. They will also identify opportunities to support each other’s work, with efforts to recognize USI as a collaborator with MBDA grantees nationwide, including sharing information about USI activities through MBDA networks.

USI will provide opportunities for MBDA officials to speak at and become engaged in USI-hosted events and share information about the agency’s programs through its network.

About the U.S. Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA): 

The U.S. Department of Commerce, Minority Business Development Agency is the only Federal agency dedicated to the growth and global competitiveness of U.S. minority business enterprises (MBEs). For more than 50 years, MBDA’s programs and services have better equipped MBEs to create jobs, build scale and capacity, increase revenues, and expand regionally, nationally, and internationally.                                                      

About USI CDFI
The USI Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) Certification is a designation given by the CDFI Fund to specialized organizations that provide financial services in low wealth communities and to people who lack access to financing. The USI CDFI provides equitable access to affordable financial products and services. For information www.usi-cdfi.org

About Urban Strategies Inc.
Founded in 1978, Urban Strategies, Inc. is a national nonprofit leader with extensive experience in implementing results-based human capital development strategies in communities that are undergoing physical revitalization. USI supports communities while working with partners to develop economic opportunities, cradle-to-college/career success, high quality health services and a range of comprehensive service supports. The organization is leading people efforts and neighborhood transformation in 32 cities and 48 communities across the nation. USI’s mission is to help ensure that all families will be stable and thriving. For more information www.usi-inc.org.

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1-314-922-8060 
cindy@sagemarketingpr.com

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TerraMaster Launches the New TNAS Mobile 3 with Various New Features for Efficient NAS Management

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SHENZHEN, China, Dec. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — TerraMaster, a professional brand focusing on providing innovative storage products for families and businesses, launched new TNAS Mobile 3 application compatible with the latest TOS 6, introducing a host of new features and optimizations such as updated UI, TNAS Online and photo backup and one-touch initialization. With these improvements, the latest version of TNAS Mobile 3 ensures users enjoy a more convenient, efficient, and powerful NAS management experience, all from the palm of hands.

TNAS Mobile 3 New Features

Upgraded TNAS Online Management
Upgraded to TNAS Online 2, with a 500% speed improvement, providing smoother and more stable mobile access, ensuring seamless operation from anywhere.

One-Touch NAS Initialization
Users can now easily initialize the TNAS directly from mobile device. Simplified operation process for quick deployment and initialization of the TOS system.

Perfectly Compatible with TOS 6
Seamlessly integrates with the latest TOS 6 operating system, users can explore all features of TOS 6 on the mobile phone.

Optimized Overall UI and Photo Backup
The TNAS Mobile 3 app now boasts a cleaner, more intuitive interface for a smoother user experience. And the photo backup transfer process has been improved to increase efficiency and stability.

Media Index Management
The app also introduces a new media index management feature. Smart indexing for quick retrieval of media files on TNAS, offering the convenience of one-click activation across platforms.

User Management
A new user management feature has been added, allowing administrators to centralized manage and control user access more efficiently. Enable flexible allocation and control of permissions.

Shared Folder Management
The app now includes enhanced shared folder management. Users can easily create and edit shared folders with detailed control over access permissions.

Availability
TerraMaster new TNAS Mobile 3 V3.3.038 is now available for download and installation through Google Play Store and Apple App Store. More details, please visit:
https://www.terra-master.com/global/tnas-mobile3/.

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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@terramaster_official  

About TerraMaster
TerraMaster is a professional brand that focuses on providing innovative storage products, including network attached storage and direct attached storage that has become increasingly popular in over 40 countries and regions. The brand has been developing storage technology for 10 years, addressing the needs of customers such as home users, small/medium businesses, and enterprises.

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Yuki Shi
+86 755 81798272
388067@email4pr.com

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Sapiens to Participate in the 27th Annual Needham Growth Conference on January 15, 2025

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ROCHELLE PARK, N. J., Dec. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Sapiens International Corporation, (NASDAQ: SPNS) (TASE: SPNS), a leading global provider of software solutions for the insurance industry, today announced that Roni Giladi, Chief Financial Officer, is scheduled to participate in the 27th Annual Needham Growth Conference to be held at the Lotte NY Palace Hotel in New York City, January 14 – 16, 2025. Sapiens will host a group presentation on January 15, from 2:15 p.m.- 2:55 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) in “Holmes 1″ and conduct one-on-one meetings the same day.

A webcast of management’s presentation can be found on the company’s IR website under the events section, at https://sapiens.com/investor-relations/. For more information about the conferences or to schedule a one-on-one meeting with Sapiens, please contact your Needham representative at the respective firm. The firms hosting the conference reserve the right to adjust a company’s meeting schedule, including its presentation time. It is recommended that participants confirm all meeting and presentation times with the conference organizers.

About Sapiens

Sapiens International Corporation (NASDAQ and TASE: SPNS) is a global leader in intelligent insurance software solutions. With Sapiens’ robust platform, customer-driven partnerships, and rich ecosystem, insurers are empowered to future-proof their organizations with operational excellence in a rapidly changing marketplace. We help insurers harness the power of AI and advanced automation to support core solutions for property and casualty, workers’ compensation, and life insurance, including reinsurance, financial & compliance, data & analytics, digital, and decision management. Sapiens boasts a longtime global presence, serving over 600 customers in more than 30 countries with its innovative SaaS offerings. Recognized by industry experts and selected for the Microsoft Top 100 Partner program, Sapiens is committed to partnering with our customers for their entire transformation journey and is continuously innovating to ensure their success.

For more information visit https://sapiens.com or follow us on LinkedIn 

Media Contact
Yaffa Cohen-Ifrah
Chief Marketing Officer and Head of Investor Relations, Sapiens
Yaffa.cohen-ifrah@sapiens.com 

Investors Contact
Kimberly Rogers
Managing Director, Hayden IR
kim@HaydenIR.com 

 

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Pocamarket Named ‘Best K-POP Photocard Platform’ at 2024 KBS N Brand Awards

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SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Pocamarket, the pioneering K-POP photocard trading platform operated by Infludeo Co., Ltd., has received the prestigious ‘Best K-POP Photocard Platform’ award at the 2024 KBS N Brand Awards. The ceremony, organized by KBS N, a subsidiary of Korea’s national public broadcaster KBS (Korean Broadcasting System), recognizes outstanding brands for their excellence and industry impact.

Since its inception, Pocamarket has established itself as the trusted destination for K-POP enthusiasts seeking to trade photocards in a secure and streamlined environment. The platform’s commitment to fan experience extends to its physical presence through PocaSpot, an interactive retail space in Seoul’s vibrant Hongdae district. This innovative space serves as a hub for both domestic and international fans to acquire authentic photocards while experiencing Korean pop culture firsthand. Building on this success, the company has announced plans to launch its second PocaSpot location in Myeongdong during 2024.

The recognition underscores Pocamarket’s transformation from a specialized trading platform to a significant force in promoting global K-POP culture. As the international K-POP community continues to grow, Pocamarket maintains its position as an industry leader by delivering exceptional value and authentic experiences to fans worldwide.

“This recognition reflects the unwavering support and trust of our global fan community,” stated a Pocamarket representative. “We remain dedicated to developing innovative solutions that ensure a seamless and secure experience for K-POP enthusiasts everywhere. Our mission is to continue evolving alongside our users while fostering the growth of K-POP culture internationally.”

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