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Canada and Manitoba Invest in Helping Homeowners Install Energy-Efficient Home Heating Systems

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WINNIPEG, MB, March 21, 2025 /CNW/ – Manitobans have a natural choice for cleaner, more affordable home heating: energy-efficient heat pumps. By replacing oil-based heating, heat pumps provide reliable warmth in winter and cooling in summer while lowering home energy costs — all while cutting pollution.

Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources and the Honourable Mike Moyes, Manitoba Environment and Climate Change Minister, announced a federal investment of approximately $7.9 million toward the Oil to Heat Pump Affordability program (OHPA) to support climate action in Manitoba and help low- to median-income homeowners reduce their energy bills. Including funds from Efficiency Manitoba, the Manitoba government is contributing up to $2.6 million toward the co-delivery of the OHPA program.

Eligible homeowners can receive an up-front payment of up to $20,000 toward the purchase and installation of a high-efficiency heat pump in homes currently heated with oil, plus a one-time $250 heat pump bonus payment to further help participants with the costs associated to transition from oil heating. More information, including details on eligibility and how to apply, is available on Canada.ca.

Efficiency Manitoba will support this enhanced OHPA program by providing outreach and marketing support as well as a financial contribution toward the installation of ground source and cold-climate air source heat pumps.

The federal government has OHPA program co-delivery arrangements in place in British Columbia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and Yukon. Discussions are also underway with other provinces and territories.

Provinces, territories and the federal government are working together to reduce energy bills and help Canadians reduce their carbon emissions.

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Canada is partnering with the Government of Manitoba to make it easier for Manitoba homeowners to replace their expensive oil furnaces with efficient heat pumps, which will save money on annual energy bills, reduce energy use and decrease personal carbon footprints. This investment is helping Manitobans transition to efficient year-round heating and cooling systems and making the cost of living more affordable.”

The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson
Minister of Energy and Natural Resources

“Our government is committed to making life more affordable for Manitobans, and this program will help those who heat their home with oil to save money on their energy bills while also reducing greenhouse gas emissions. We are pleased to partner with the Government of Canada on the Oil to Heat Pump Affordability program, which will help Manitoba achieve our goal of supporting 5,000 Manitoba families to heat and cool their homes with heat pumps.”

The Honourable Mike Moyes
Manitoba Minister of Environment and Climate Change

“Heat pumps can provide clean and energy-efficient heating and cooling. Efficiency Manitoba aims to make accessing incentives to install these systems as easy as possible. We’re pleased to work with the provincial and federal governments to support the Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program and make upgrading to heat pumps more affordable for Manitobans.”

Colleen Kuruluk
CEO of Efficiency Manitoba

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The OHPA program was first introduced in November 2022 as a $250-million investment under the Canada Greener Homes Initiative. On February 22, 2023, the program was opened to pre-registration and was fully launched in late March 2023, with the first grants being issued shortly thereafter.Every year, on average, a Canadian household participating in the OHPA program saves $1,337 on energy costs and achieves 2.78 tonnes in greenhouse gas reductions.To date, the OHPA program has contributed to reducing 37,719 metric tonnes of greenhouse gases — equivalent to removing 11,574 cars off the road.The OHPA program has received more than 38,700 applications to date nationally.This program will support approximately 520 Manitoban households in making the switch from oil heating to an energy-efficient heat pump.Manitoba has set a target of supporting 5,000 Manitoban families in making the switch to heat their homes with heat pumps.Efficiency Manitoba is Manitoba’s Crown corporation dedicated to energy efficiency. With legislated long-term energy savings targets to achieve, the organization has diverse programs available to help Manitobans save energy, money and the environment.In October 2023, the federal government announced that it is working with provinces and territories on co-delivery agreements including:increasing OHPA funding up to $15,000, where up to $5,000 matches supplementary provincial and territorial contributions via co-delivery arrangements; andan upfront payment of $250 for eligible applicants through the Canada Heat Pump Bonus.Heat pumps are one of the best ways for homeowners currently heating with oil to save money on energy bills and fight climate change. Electric heat pumps are energy-efficient heating and cooling systems that provide comfortable temperatures for your home year-round by exchanging heat from outside the home. This results in greater savings for homeowners and reduced energy intake for utilities and grids.Since 2020, 1,229 Manitoba residents have installed heat pumps using federal government funding.In jurisdictions without co-delivery arrangements, oil-heated households can apply to the national program to receive up to $10,000 in federal OHPA funding for switching to electric heat pumps.Under Budget 2024, the Government of Canada is taking numerous steps to make life more affordable for Canadians while addressing climate change. This includes the Canada Greener Homes Affordability Program, which will support the direct installation of energy efficiency retrofits for Canadian households with low- to median-incomes.

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Health in Tech Expands Access to Virtual Care Through Collaboration with DialCare

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STUART, Fla., March 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Health In Tech (Nasdaq: HIT), an Insurtech platform company backed by third-party AI technology, is pleased to announce a strategic collaboration with DialCare, a leading provider of telehealth and virtual care solutions. The collaboration aims to enhance access to quality, affordable healthcare by integrating DialCare’s virtual primary care and behavioral health services into Health In Tech’s dynamic suite of self-funded health plan offerings.

Through this collaboration, Health In Tech will integrate DialCare’s services—including virtual primary care, therapy, and psychiatry—into its product offerings, members across the U.S. will benefit from streamlined, on-demand access to licensed providers via phone or video consultations.

“We’re proud to partner with DialCare to bring their trusted virtual care solutions into the hands of our members,” said Tim Johnson, CEO of Health In Tech. “Through this integration, employer groups with 10 or more lives can offer their employees convenient, affordable access to DialCare’s telemedicine services—all seamlessly quoted and managed through our eDIYBS technology. This collaboration aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver smarter, more accessible healthcare solutions for diverse populations.”

Members will benefit from access to licensed physicians, therapists, and psychiatric providers through DialCare’s mobile app and web platform, helping address both physical and mental health needs with convenience and care.

Together, Health In Tech and DialCare are redefining how care is delivered: patient-centric, technology-enabled, and focused on scalable, sustainable outcomes for employers and employees alike.

Use of Forward–Looking Statements

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About Health In Tech

Health In Tech (Nasdaq: “HIT”) is an Insurtech platform company backed by third-party AI technology, which offers a marketplace that aims to improve processes in the healthcare industry through vertical integration, process simplification, and automation. By removing friction and complexities, we streamline the underwriting, sales and service process for insurance companies, licensed brokers, and TPAs. Learn more at healthintech.com.

About DialCare

DialCare is an innovative industry leader committed to providing affordable access to virtual care to help people improve their overall health and well-being. Across a robust suite of virtual health services, DialCare offers seven comprehensive, high-demand telehealth solutions, including a Physician Access program that provides 24/7/365 access to non-emergency care from a national network of U.S.-based, fully credentialed physicians and virtual primary care for long-term care of chronic conditions with dedicated physicians; a Mental Wellness program that provides virtual counseling and psychiatry with licensed mental health professionals for mental and behavioral health care; a Teledentistry program for 24/7/365 access to consultations with licensed dentists via video or phone chat; and a Virtual Vet program that provides 24/7/365 access to guidance and information from licensed veterinary professionals. DialCare is available nationally to consumers and organizations of any size or industry. DialCare’s virtual care solutions are available as standalone products or as part of a bundled offering. For more information on DialCare, please visit DialCare.com.

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Integreon Wins Legalweek 2025 Leaders in Tech Law Award for Innovation

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Award highlights Integreon’s commitment to bringing innovation to global clients

NEW YORK, March 25, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Integreon, a leading global provider of tech-enabled legal solutions, is proud to announce its recognition at Legalweek’s Leaders in Tech Law Awards 2025. The company has been honored for its groundbreaking contributions to legal technology, securing a win in the M&A and Transaction Innovation category.

“This award is a testament to our dedication to innovation and Integreon’s ability to deliver scalable, value-driven solutions that empower our clients to achieve more.” –Subroto Mukerji, CEO, Integreon

Integreon won for its work with The Contract Network (TCN) to apply generative AI to streamline the M&A NDA contract process, enhance negotiation efficiency for participants, and accelerate NDA signings with a market validated approach to terms. The M&A and Transaction Innovation category recognizes legal technology companies or alternative legal service providers that offer or help implement technology specifically aimed at streamlining, automating, or supporting any process in the merger and acquisition (M&A) finance or deal lifecycle.

“Integreon is more than just a market leader, we are a market disruptor,” Subroto Mukerji, CEO of Integreon, said. “This award is a testament to our dedication to innovation and Integreon’s ability to deliver scalable, value-driven solutions that empower our clients to achieve more. Our partnership with The Contract Network exemplifies how generative AI can revolutionize the legal industry. We are honored to be recognized for this achievement.”

The Legalweek Leaders in Tech Law Awards celebrate excellence and innovation in the legal technology sector, spotlighting organizations and individuals who are driving transformative change. Integreon’s recognition underscores its commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance legal workflows, improving client outcomes, and redefining the future of legal services.

The Legalweek Leaders in Technology Awards 2025 took place during Legalweek, a global legal technology conference, held in New York City from March 24 to March 27. The event brings together thousands of industry professionals to discuss and learn about the latest advances that are shaping the future of the legal profession.

About Integreon

Integreon is the trusted, global provider of legal, creative and business outsourced solutions to corporations and law firms seeking to expand their capabilities and transform their performance. The company’s 4,000+ professionals provide expert support across a range of managed services—from creative design, content delivery and administrative support to legal and compliance. With global delivery centers on three continents, Integreon delivers round-the-clock service in 70+ languages and is deeply committed to client success, consistently delivering innovative, tech-enabled solutions that improve agility and efficiency to drive business performance. Integreon is owned by EagleTree Capital, a leading New York-based middle-market private equity firm with over $5 billion of assets under management.

For more information about Integreon’s range of services, email info@integreon.com, visit www.integreon.com and follow Integreon at LinkedIn, X, and Facebook.

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Data Cities to Build AI-Optimized Data Centers Worldwide, Breaking Ground Near San Francisco in 2025

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Data Cities is revolutionizing AI infrastructure with the world’s first AI-powered data city, breaking ground in Copper Valley, CA, in 2025. This 4,000-acre, fully entitled site—strategically located near Silicon Valley—will provide scalable, high-performance compute infrastructure, independent from big tech, to power the future of AI. Led by CEO Venkat Thummisi, former Head of Infrastructure at OpenAI, who has overseen nine data center builds, Data Cities is backed by industry leaders from Microsoft, Amazon, Meta, and Schneider Electric to create the next generation of AI-native infrastructure.

COPPER VALLEY, Calif., March 25, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ —

Our Secret Weapon

“Access to compute resources is increasingly controlled by a few dominant players. We are building AI infrastructure that puts power back in the hands of businesses, providing them with dedicated, scalable, and vendor-neutral compute resources to drive innovation on their own terms.”

The Nathan Single family office based in Santa Monica; CA owns Copper Valley, a 4000-acre town 90 mins from Silicon Valley which is fully entitled and ready to become the world’s first AI powered data city. Copper Valley presents a great opportunity to harness natural gas based energy and abundant water for hybrid cooling facilities to support the energy and cooling intensive AI performance centers. Given the property is situated next to Lake Turlock there is plenty of water capacity in addition to our other off grid power solutions such as gas turbines which provides us sufficient power for 50 Acres.

Why Copper Valley?

Purpose built for AI-Secure – Scalable, and designed for high performance compute

Full control & localization – A dedicated AI infrastructure city, free from cloud monopolies

Proximity to Silicon Valley – The ideal location for AI enterprises to operate and expand

Empowering Businesses to keep their AI close – and their infrastructure closer

Hydrogen capabilities- given our property is situated next to Lake Turlock we have plenty of water capacity in addition to our other off grid power solutions such as gas turbines which provides us sufficient power for 20 Acres

In response to the exponential growth in global demand for artificial intelligence (AI), Data Cities is proud to announce the launch of a large-scale buildout of AI-optimized data centers on 4,000 acres of fully entitled land in Copper Valley, California. The first of these state-of-the-art facilities will be a 50-acre site breaking ground in 2025, marking a significant milestone in Data Cities’ mission to create a scalable, independent AI infrastructure. Unlike traditional developers, Data Cities owns the land and is actively transforming it into an AI-native city, providing businesses with full control over their AI operations, free from the constraints of big tech.

A Fully Owned and Strategically Positioned AI Hub

Copper Valley, just 90 minutes from Silicon Valley, is set to become a premier location for AI-driven infrastructure. Supported by the Nathan Family Office, Data Cities is developing a cutting-edge AI hub with a dedicated lake. With the land secured, construction is already in progress to bring this vision to life.

Addressing Critical Challenges in AI Compute

As enterprises integrate AI at an accelerating pace, they face challenges related to cost, accessibility, and vendor lock-in. Data Cities is pioneering a new model for AI compute with its sovereign, high-performance infrastructure, designed to deliver flexibility, security, and scalability. The Copper Valley site will break ground in 2025, launching a plan to develop over 1,000 acres of data centers, followed by four additional sites by 2027 and ten global locations by 2030.

A Team with Unmatched Expertise

Data Cities is backed by industry leaders from Microsoft, OpenAI, Amazon, Meta, and Schneider Electric, bringing deep expertise in AI, energy, and infrastructure. CEO Venkat Thummisi, Ex-Head of Infrastructure at OpenAI, who has overseen 9 data center builds, is leading the charge to ensure businesses gain access to vendor-neutral, dedicated AI infrastructure.

“AI is transforming every industry, but access to compute resources is increasingly controlled by a few dominant players. We are building AI infrastructure that puts power back in the hands of businesses, providing them with dedicated, scalable, and vendor-neutral compute resources to drive innovation on their own terms,” said Venkat Thummisi, CEO of Data Cities.

AI’s Transformative Impact Across Industries

From healthcare to transportation, AI is already reshaping the world:

Healthcare: AI-powered diagnostic tools are revolutionizing medical imaging, enabling faster and more accurate disease detection.

Finance: AI-driven financial analytics enhance fraud detection, risk management, and trading automation.

Retail: AI optimizes recommendation engines and inventory management for increased efficiency and profitability.

Autonomous Vehicles: AI processes sensor data in real time to make driving safer and more efficient.

About Data Cities

Founded by experts in AI, cloud infrastructure, and data centers, Data Cities is committed to democratizing access to AI by developing scalable, independent infrastructure. This allows businesses to train, deploy, and scale AI models with full control over their compute resources.

Contact Information

For investment opportunities and expansion details, please contact:

Ed Stephens

Head of Investor Relations

ed@datacities.ai

+1.917.744.1964

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