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Triple-I: Dog-Related Injury Claim Payouts Hit $1.12 Billion in 2023

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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On a positive note, the average cost per claim decreased from $64,555 in 2022 to $58,545 in 2023.

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  • On a positive note, the average cost per claim decreased from $64,555 in 2022 to $58,545 in 2023.
  • “Education and training for owners and pets is key to keep everyone safe and healthy,” said Ruiz.
  • “It is important to recognize that any dog, including ones that are in the home, can bite or cause injury.
  • As we mark National Dog Bite Prevention Week, let's commit to increasing our understanding of the issue and taking proactive steps towards prevention.

PetSmart Celebrates Launch of New Loyalty Program with the Ultimate Form of Loyalty -- Tattoos

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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PHOENIX, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A recent survey uncovered that 49% of pet parents have, or know someone who has, a tattoo they regret. However, a majority of those with regrets would not regret a tattoo of their pet,* which is why PetSmart is celebrating the launch of the new Treats Rewards loyalty program with the ultimate form of loyalty — tattoos.

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  • However, a majority of those with regrets would not regret a tattoo of their pet,* which is why PetSmart is celebrating the launch of the new Treats Rewards loyalty program with the ultimate form of loyalty — tattoos.
  • "Tattoos are the ultimate form of loyalty, but we know that sometimes the thing you thought you'd want to commemorate forever turns out to be…not so forever.
  • With more than 67 million loyalty members, the upgraded program will give pet parents more rewards than ever before.
  • "The new PetSmart Treats Rewards program offers more ways to engage, save and discover the extraordinary value that comes from being part of the program.

Good Inside & Out: GoodPop Partners with Good Deeds Day for National Day of Service

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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AUSTIN, Texas, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GoodPop®, the leading maker of cleaned-up classic treats, continues its partnership with Good Deeds Day, the annual global movement encouraging good deeds. This year, GoodPop will again head up efforts in 15+ cities to further expand the movement across the United States.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GoodPop® , the leading maker of cleaned-up classic treats, continues its partnership with Good Deeds Day , the annual global movement encouraging good deeds.
  • GoodPop, a certified B Corp, focuses on doing good through elements like sourcing, philanthropy, and nutrition education.
  • We can't think of a better partner to lead Good Deeds Day across the US and make the world brighter, one small act at a time"
    Good Deeds Day events in the U.S. include:
    Austin, Texas — GoodPop is bringing Good Deeds Day Fest to the Austin community!
  • RSVP here
    Austin, Texas — The Central Texas Food Bank will be hosting a canned food drive at GoodPop's Good Deeds Day Fest!

Enveil Partners with Vertosoft to Expand Reach in the Public Sector

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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WASHINGTON, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Enveil, the pioneering Privacy Enhancing Technology company protecting Data in Use, today announced a partnership and distribution agreement with Vertosoft, a leading software distributor. The agreement empowers Vertosoft to distribute Enveil's ZeroReveal® software solutions to address untapped opportunities with mission partners and expand the company's footprint in the broader Public Sector through access to Vertosoft procurement vehicles and partner network. The collaboration will accelerate the delivery of Enveil's market-leading capabilities for secure and efficient data usage, analysis, alerting, and collaboration.

Key Points: 
  • The agreement empowers Vertosoft to distribute Enveil's ZeroReveal® software solutions to address untapped opportunities with mission partners and expand the company's footprint in the broader Public Sector through access to Vertosoft procurement vehicles and partner network.
  • The collaboration will accelerate the delivery of Enveil's market-leading capabilities for secure and efficient data usage, analysis, alerting, and collaboration.
  • The Vertosoft partnership will accelerate the delivery of Enveil's market-leading capabilities for secure data usage.
  • "We are proud to add Enveil to our solution portfolio and look forward to helping Public Sector customers harness the power of Privacy Enhancing Technologies for secure data usage."

HOUSTON PETSET SERVES 861 PETS AT FREE COMMUNITY MICROCHIP AND VACCINE EVENT

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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HOUSTON, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Houston PetSet, a local nonprofit organization working to end Houston's homeless animal crisis, hosted its second free community microchip and vaccine event of 2024 on Saturday, April 6. It was the largest event to date, and the group vaccinated and microchipped 861 cats and dogs at no cost to owners in just four hours at the T.E. Harman Center in Sugar Land, Texas.

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  • Sugar Land City Council Member Suzanne Whatley attended the event and confirmed the huge demand for animal welfare services in her district.
  • "I was thrilled to see my donation dollars hard at work in the community at the Sugar Land vaccine and microchip clinic put on by Houston PetSet," said clinic underwriter Mo Aziz.
  • I'm happy to support Houston PetSet in their important work helping to end animal homelessness in Houston and supporting the communities in which they serve."
  • Houston PetSet's next free community event will take place in Baytown on Saturday, June 8, 2024.

More Than Half of Campers Bring Their Dogs (And Some Bring Cats)

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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1 app for camping availability, photos and reviews, has found that more than half of campers camped with dogs in 2023.

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  • 1 app for camping availability, photos and reviews, has found that more than half of campers camped with dogs in 2023.
  • The Dyrt's 2024 Camping Report presented by The All-New Toyota Tacoma revealed that 53.7% of campers brought their pooches to the campsite last year.
  • While dogs are by far the most popular pet to camp with, 5.8% of respondents said they went camping with cats.
  • Property owners and campground managers worked to accommodate dogs as well as campers in 2023.

IHG Hotels & Resorts Builds a New Travel Planner Powered by Google Cloud AI

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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ATLANTA, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cloud Next '24, LAS VEGAS -- IHG Hotels & Resorts [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)], one of the world's leading hotel companies, and Google Cloud, today announced an expanded partnership that will fuel new customer experiences within the IHG One Rewards mobile app. With Google Cloud's technologies, IHG will launch a generative AI-powered travel planning capability that can help guests easily plan their next vacation directly in the IHG One Rewards mobile app in a suite of new features that will launch in the second half of 2024, creating a more dynamic digital guest experience.

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  • "Working with Google Cloud as an AI innovation partner, we're making trip planning easier and more interactive for prospective travelers.
  • Our customized travel planner will use GenAI to help people discover destinations among our more than 6,000 IHG hotels across 19 brands in over 100 countries," said Jolie Fleming, Chief Product & Technology Officer, IHG Hotels & Resorts.
  • The Travel Planner will be developed using Vertex AI, Google Cloud's AI platform, and Google's Gemini models.
  • To explore the IHG Hotels & Resorts global brands or book your next stay, download the IHG One Rewards App .

JustAnswer Launches 11 New Custom GPTs That Enable AI Fact-Checking by Verified and Vetted Human Experts

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- JustAnswer, the world's largest expert platform, today announced the launch of 11 new custom GPTs that enable users to connect directly with verified and vetted human experts to fact check and provide a "Trust Score" for ChatGPT-generated responses before acting on the information.

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  • If you choose to get a review, your conversation will be sent to a verified and vetted professional in that field who is part of the JustAnswer expert network.
  • Unchecked AI can lead to costly mistakes, especially concerning your money or your life," explains JustAnswer Founder & CEO Andy Kurtzig.
  • "JustAnswer steps in as the human shield, empowering people with the unparalleled wisdom of verified experts to fact-check AI and ensure they get the truth they need.
  • The future of professional services is Humans+AI coexisting to form a superpower for navigating life's complexities."

nubia Flip 5G: The Epitome of Innovation in Foldable Smartphone Technology

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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SHENZHEN, China, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- nubia, a leading global smartphone manufacturer and a pioneer in innovative smartphone technology, proudly announces the launch of its groundbreaking flagship foldable smartphone, the nubia Flip 5G.

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  • SHENZHEN, China, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- nubia, a leading global smartphone manufacturer and a pioneer in innovative smartphone technology, proudly announces the launch of its groundbreaking flagship foldable smartphone, the nubia Flip 5G.
  • Tailored specifically for the younger generation, the nubia Flip 5G  fuses together cutting-edge design and powerful functionality, posed to redefine the smartphone experience.
  • The nubia Flip 5G represents a quantum leap forward in the evolution of foldable smartphones, embodying the perfect synergy of style, innovation, and intelligence.
  • nubia is pleased to announce the pricing and availability details for the eagerly awaited nubia Flip 5G in global markets.

Trust & Will's Fourth Annual Millennial Study Examines How Millennials are Estate Planning Through the Pressure of their Current Lives

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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SAN DIEGO, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Trust & Will, the leading digital estate planning and settlement platform in the U.S., releases the findings of its fourth annual Millennial Estate Planning Study, providing insight from nearly 15,000 Millennials on end-of-life and estate planning preferences. Amidst a tornado of economic pressures, including sky-high mortgage rates impacting home ownership goals, caring for both children and aging parents, macroeconomic uncertainty, and promises of a forthcoming 'Great Wealth Transfer,' millennials are planning for both their current and future lives, but also remain concerned about their ability to build and pass on wealth to future generations.

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  • SAN DIEGO, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Trust & Will , the leading digital estate planning and settlement platform in the U.S., releases the findings of its fourth annual Millennial Estate Planning Study, providing insight from nearly 15,000 Millennials on end-of-life and estate planning preferences.
  • More than half of Millennials do not know what would happen to their assets if they died without an estate plan.
  • Charitable donations are a core part of estate planning for millennials: St. Jude's Children's Research was the most popular charity for bequests.
  • Trust & Will revisits this data each year to see how millennial trends and behaviors continue to change over time.