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DNA Data Storage Alliance Announces Board Appointments

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

The DNA Data Storage Alliance, a SNIA Technology Affiliate, formed in 2020 by Illumina, Inc. (NASDAQ: ILMN), Microsoft (Nasdaq: MSFT), Twist Bioscience Corporation (NASDAQ: TWST) and Western Digital (NASDAQ: WDC) to create and promote an interoperable storage ecosystem based on DNA as a data storage medium, today announced the appointments of CATALOG Technologies and Quantum Corporation to the governing board of the Alliance.

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  • The DNA Data Storage Alliance, a SNIA Technology Affiliate, formed in 2020 by Illumina, Inc. (NASDAQ: ILMN), Microsoft (Nasdaq: MSFT), Twist Bioscience Corporation (NASDAQ: TWST) and Western Digital (NASDAQ: WDC) to create and promote an interoperable storage ecosystem based on DNA as a data storage medium, today announced the appointments of CATALOG Technologies and Quantum Corporation to the governing board of the Alliance.
  • All three new board members bring to the Alliance extensive storage expertise and experience launching new technologies.
  • “SNIA welcomes the expansion of the DNA Data Storage Alliance board with the addition of Quantum and CATALOG.
  • “SNIA and the DNA Data Storage Alliance are already making great strides to make this goal a reality.”
    “DNA data storage is primed to be a game-changer in data storage, providing the ability to efficiently store vast amounts of data for a long time,” said Don Doerner, technical director, Office of the CTO at Quantum Corporation.

Taco John’s® Partners with Qu POS to Revamp Technology Stack

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Thursday, October 27, 2022

Taco Johns the quick service chain that trademarked Taco Tuesdays has teamed up with the point-of-sale software solution Qu to deploy a new, unified commerce platform.

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  • Taco Johns the quick service chain that trademarked Taco Tuesdays has teamed up with the point-of-sale software solution Qu to deploy a new, unified commerce platform.
  • Taco Johns saw significant pivots to off-premises and drive-thru during the pandemic, emphasizing the need for a modern, agile, cloud-based system focused on quick-service restaurant (QSR) enterprises.
  • Qus triple redundant enterprise cloud model has alleviated the fear of our system going down, said Taco Johns CEO Jim Creel.
  • Qu is the restaurant technology company evolving POS, responsibly, for a more sustainable future.

Barberitos Southwestern Grill and Cantina Welcomes Fall with New Limited-Time Only Menu Items and Promotions

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Barberitos Southwestern Grille and Cantina is introducing new limited-time only menu items to close out the year. The brand is also promoting their gift card and catering options leading up to the holidays.

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  • Barberitos' new menu items will be available from October 3, 2022, through January 8, 2023, and aim to provide guests with a unique and exciting flavor profile.
  • The LTOs consist of Spicy Sriracha Queso and Spicy Sriracha Salsa - a spicy blend of garlic and chilis with garden-ripe tomatoes.
  • These additions are a great complement to the Barberitos' menu, which aims to provide health-conscious guests with 'better-for-you' foods that are budget friendly.
  • Fully owned by Centre Lane Partners, LLC, WOWorks' portfolio, in addition to its newest brands, Barberitos Southwestern Grille and Cantina and Zoup!

Symply announces new S3 native portable media appliance

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022

NEW YORK, Oct. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Symply, an innovative developer of disk, tape, and cloud storage, announced today a new solution for transportation of data captured at the edge. SymplyTRANSPORTER is a game changing edge appliance built for media professionals. Featuring a massive 100 TB of usable capacity protected by advanced erasure coding and including dual 25 Gb Ethernet connectivity, SymplyTRANSPORTER provides enterprise data protection, high performance, and impressive scalability.

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  • SymplyTRANSPORTER is a game changing edge appliance built for media professionals.
  • Using this new appliance, businesses can quickly and securely transport content from edge locations to their facilities.
  • This plug-and-play appliance also comes in a ruggedized transport case for mission-critical protection, trouble-free transportation, and unparalleled ease of use.
  • YoYotta can upload and download to cloud buckets like SymplyNEBULA using S3 protocols with secure key storage on YoYotta Server.

Wasabi Technologies Expands Low-Cost Cloud Storage Solutions for Media Archives with Support for Telestream DIVA

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Wasabi Technologies , the hot cloud storage company , today announced the integration of its cloud storage service with Telestream DIVA, the worlds leading and most trusted object management system for digital media, allowing users to quickly and safely transfer media assets from their on-premises storage systems to Wasabi for highly secure cloud storage that is instantly accessible from any location.

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  • Wasabi Technologies , the hot cloud storage company , today announced the integration of its cloud storage service with Telestream DIVA, the worlds leading and most trusted object management system for digital media, allowing users to quickly and safely transfer media assets from their on-premises storage systems to Wasabi for highly secure cloud storage that is instantly accessible from any location.
  • The combination of Telestream DIVA and Wasabi solves the requirements media entertainment companies demand with fast, secure, and cost-effective policy-based management and movement of media assets across LTO tape-based archives, on-premises storage, and low-cost Wasabi hot cloud storage.
  • Wasabis singular focus on cloud storage ensures Media and Entertainment partners like Telestream can enable high-performance hybrid storage environments at a reasonable price for their digital media customers, said Whit Jackson, Vice President of Media & Entertainment at Wasabi.
  • Created by Carbonite co-founders and cloud storage pioneers David Friend and Jeff Flowers, Wasabi is a privately held company based in Boston.

Microvast Joins Consortium Led by Shell to Drive Decarbonisation of Mining Industry

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Friday, October 14, 2022

Microvast Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MVST), a technology innovator that designs, develops and manufactures lithium-ion battery solutions, today announced its participation in a mining industry electrification consortium led by Shell.

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  • Microvast Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MVST), a technology innovator that designs, develops and manufactures lithium-ion battery solutions, today announced its participation in a mining industry electrification consortium led by Shell.
  • Shell, together with the consortium members, wants to offer an end-to end, interoperable and modular solution for the mining industry, including power provisioning and microgrids, ultra-fast charging and in-vehicle energy storage.
  • Within the consortium, Microvast has been tasked with delivering a custom high-powered battery solution with ultrafast charging capabilities.
  • We are proud to partner with Shell and the consortium, working together to accelerate industrial decarbonisation efforts, said Sascha Kelterborn, President and Chief Revenue Officer at Microvast.

FlexShopper, Inc. Announces Exclusive Relationship with Liberty Tax

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022

This relationship will allow FlexShopper to offer its consumer loans in Liberty Tax locations across the United States, as well as via the Liberty Tax website and mobile applications.

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  • This relationship will allow FlexShopper to offer its consumer loans in Liberty Tax locations across the United States, as well as via the Liberty Tax website and mobile applications.
  • Liberty Tax has 2,700 locations in the United States and Canada.
  • By partnering with the corporate and franchisee locations of Liberty Tax, we are also able to market complementary loan products to their customers.
  • FlexShopper will discuss the exclusive Liberty Tax relationship in more detail on its third-quarter conference call.

Glass-Media and Wi-Charge Put New Charge into Retail Display Advertising Market

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Thursday, October 6, 2022

This is a result of technology limitations and old ways of doing business.

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  • This is a result of technology limitations and old ways of doing business.
  • Glass-Media is embracing this opportunity by empowering retailers and brands with a breakthrough approach to reaching and influencing customers as they make buying decisions in retail stores.
  • The Dallas-based company manages everything from hardware and software development to content creation and custom fabrication to revolutionize traditional video advertising at the point of purchase.
  • Wi-Charge over-the-air charging technology can charge devices in a 30-foot range, extending the value and capabilities of smart home devices.

More than Three-Quarters of Consumers with Nonprime Credit Anticipate Using Flexible Payment Options This Holiday Season, New Katapult Survey Shows

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Thursday, October 6, 2022

Those living paycheck to paycheck, without credit, or with non-prime credit are especially vulnerable to the effects of inflation.

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  • Those living paycheck to paycheck, without credit, or with non-prime credit are especially vulnerable to the effects of inflation.
  • In fact, nearly a quarter (24%) of respondents said they feel relieved when they see a merchant offers flexible payment options.
  • Younger consumers are particularly eager to use alternative payment solutions this holiday season and will specifically seek out retailers that offer those options.
  • By offering flexible payment options, retailers can reach younger customers now and earn their loyalty for years to come.

Social factors and geopolitical tensions are the major cause of disruption in the mining sector, with ESG the top focus

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Monday, September 26, 2022

Paul Mitchell, EY Global Mining & Metals Leader, says:

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  • Paul Mitchell, EY Global Mining & Metals Leader, says:
    "Managing ESG risk is becoming more complex.
  • Bullying and harassment are endemic and tied to ongoing issues around a lack of diversity, inclusiveness and respect.
  • According to the study, global conflict and ongoing disruption are creating new urgency for miners to rethink traditional operating and business models.
  • Mitchell says: "Companies that scrutinize and shift business models now, can get an edge on competitors, as demand and expectations change."