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Consensus Cloud Solutions to Showcase AI-Powered Solutions for Advanced Data Transformation at ViVE 2024

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Consensus Cloud Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: CCSI), a leading provider of digital cloud fax, intelligent data extraction, and interoperability solutions, is gearing up for the ViVE 2024 conference in Los Angeles from February 25-28. 

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  • LOS ANGELES, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Consensus Cloud Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: CCSI), a leading provider of digital cloud fax, intelligent data extraction, and interoperability solutions, is gearing up for the ViVE 2024 conference in Los Angeles from February 25-28.
  • "ViVE provides an exceptional opportunity to share insights, collaborate, and strategize with industry peers as we navigate the ever-evolving health tech landscape to drive positive change."
  • Miner will be joined by Mike Mosquito, SVP Digital Strategy and Innovation at a large health system, Kim Boyd, Senior Consultant at Point of Care Partners, and Matt Baker, Associate Director, Product at Consensus Cloud Solutions.
  • To learn more about Consensus Cloud Solutions, visit consensus.com and go.consensus.com/vive-2024 or stop by our booth #2332 at the ViVE 2024 conference in Los Angeles.

Fast Food for a Quick Layover: Upgraded Points Releases Ranking of the Best U.S. Airports for Fast Food Chains

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Upgraded Points announced its newest study with a comprehensive ranking of major airports based on airport fast food options, providing valuable insights into where travelers can find a swift meal before takeoff or between flights.

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  • "Quick-service restaurants are a travel essential, offering a sense of familiarity no matter where you go," said Keri Stooksbury, editor-in-chief at Upgraded Points.
  • "Whether it's a McDonald's Big Mac or a Chick-fil-A sandwich, these foods are easy to grab in a pinch."
  • Upgraded Points analyzed the fast food landscape across the 60 busiest airports in the U.S., as defined by total passenger volume.
  • Ontario International Airport (ONT): At ONT, fast food stands up to its name with just 7,800 passengers per chain – 69% below the average.

Inteleos and Credivera Partner to Revolutionize Global Healthcare Credentialing

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Monday, February 5, 2024

ROCKVILLE, Md., Feb. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a groundbreaking partnership, Inteleos a non-profit global healthcare certification organization, is collaborating with Credivera to transform global healthcare credentialing through the addition of digital identities and verifiable credentials.

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  • ROCKVILLE, Md., Feb. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a groundbreaking partnership, Inteleos a non-profit global healthcare certification organization, is collaborating with Credivera to transform global healthcare credentialing through the addition of digital identities and verifiable credentials.
  • The program will address critical issues in the healthcare industry, including fraud prevention and the streamlining of credential verification processes.
  • The digital wallet can hold a variety of other credentials, with a focus on Inteleos’ collaboration with continuing education (CE) providers.
  • Inteleos’ partnership with Credivera signals to the certification community that Inteleos is taking a bold step in this direction.

SYLA Technologies Announces Its Growth Strategy Centered on Mergers and Acquisitions

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

The revenue targets above specifically pertain to the Company’s organic growth, that is, not including revenues from M&A.

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  • The revenue targets above specifically pertain to the Company’s organic growth, that is, not including revenues from M&A.
  • Despite challenges such as inflation-driven cost escalations and the potential for rising interest rates, SYLA anticipates robust growth.
  • Leveraging the cash generated from these businesses, we will concurrently pursue a growth strategy through M&A, targeting companies with a stable financial foundation and growth potential that are currently undervalued by the market.
  • While these expenses may temporarily impact our short-term profits, we remain confident that this M&A strategy will drive substantial growth for SYLA in the medium to long term, ultimately delivering significant returns to our shareholders.”

Point Predictive Fortifies Auto Dealership Business Line, Inks Deals Bringing on Hundreds of Rooftops

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

This move marks a significant milestone for Point Predictive, as it solidifies its commitment to revolutionizing the landscape of auto lending fraud prevention.

Key Points: 
  • This move marks a significant milestone for Point Predictive, as it solidifies its commitment to revolutionizing the landscape of auto lending fraud prevention.
  • Tim Grace, CEO of Point Predictive, said, "In harnessing the power of BorrowerCheck, we've witnessed an incredible surge in partnerships with dealers and dealer groups.
  • The momentum we've achieved in signing these deals is a testament to our commitment to providing unparalleled AI solutions.
  • -- Ben Stillwagon, Director of IT at Cavender Auto Family
    "I finally have peace of mind on out-of-state and digital deals with the Point Predictive BorrowerCheck solution that provides confidence within our due diligence process."

Despite Overall Viewing Shifts Towards Streaming, the Majority of Political Ad Budgets Go to Linear Television

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

The whitepaper reveals that while there are now two CTV viewers for every one linear viewer in the United States- and while 45% of ad budgets are moving to streaming globally, political media budgets continue to be dominated by broadcast television, accounting for 58% of spending in the 2020 election cycle, 53% in 2022, and an anticipated 51% in 2024 .

Key Points: 
  • The whitepaper reveals that while there are now two CTV viewers for every one linear viewer in the United States- and while 45% of ad budgets are moving to streaming globally, political media budgets continue to be dominated by broadcast television, accounting for 58% of spending in the 2020 election cycle, 53% in 2022, and an anticipated 51% in 2024 .
  • Additionally, turning to streaming platforms can enhance the reach of political advertising campaigns.
  • Google research shows that advertisers who shifted budgets to CTV in key 2022 races were better able to reach their target audiences.
  • “Reach is a key currency for political advertising campaigns.

Granite Point Mortgage Trust Inc. Announces 2023 Dividend Tax Information

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

As Granite Point's aggregate 2022 cash distributions exceeded its 2022 earnings and profits, the January 2023 cash distribution declared in the fourth quarter of 2022 is treated as a 2023 distribution for federal income tax purposes and was not included on the 2022 Form 1099.

Key Points: 
  • As Granite Point's aggregate 2022 cash distributions exceeded its 2022 earnings and profits, the January 2023 cash distribution declared in the fourth quarter of 2022 is treated as a 2023 distribution for federal income tax purposes and was not included on the 2022 Form 1099.
  • If you were a stockholder of record as of December 30, 2022, the $0.437500 dividend payable on January 17, 2023, is reported on your 2023 Form 1099.
  • As Granite Point's aggregate 2023 cash distributions exceeded its 2023 earnings and profits, the January 2024 cash distribution declared in the fourth quarter of 2023 is treated as a 2024 distribution for federal income tax purposes and is not included on the 2023 Form 1099.
  • The U.S. federal income tax treatment of holding Granite Point common and preferred stock to any particular stockholder will depend on the stockholder’s particular tax circumstances.

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES PLANS CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE ENHANCEMENTS AND MODERNIZATION OF BRAND ELEMENTS WITH A REDESIGNED CABIN, NEW SEATS, AND A UNIFORM REFRESH

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Friday, February 2, 2024

Alongside these efforts, Southwest announces an Employee uniform refresh that will bring a modern look to more than 53,000 Southwest Employees.

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  • Alongside these efforts, Southwest announces an Employee uniform refresh that will bring a modern look to more than 53,000 Southwest Employees.
  • "Southwest flies above our competition with industry-leading flexibility and our legendary Hospitality," said Tony Roach , Senior Vice President and Chief Customer Officer at Southwest Airlines.
  • "Our redesigned cabin interior significantly enhances our inflight Customer experience and will complement the amazing service that our Crews provide."
  • "Our new seat will be a great addition to the Southwest Customer Experience, as its durable design and comfort features will serve Passengers well."

Rocket Companies Appoints AI and Fintech Expert Alex Rampell to Board of Directors

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

DETROIT, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rocket Companies (NYSE: RKT), the Detroit-based fintech platform company including mortgage, real estate and other financial services businesses, today announced that Alex Rampell has been appointed as an independent director to the Company's Board of Directors.

Key Points: 
  • DETROIT, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rocket Companies (NYSE: RKT), the Detroit-based fintech platform company including mortgage, real estate and other financial services businesses, today announced that Alex Rampell has been appointed as an independent director to the Company's Board of Directors.
  • Most recently, Rampell has been an advocate of the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI), forecasting that generative AI will usher in significant transformation and disruption in the financial services space.
  • Varun Krishna, Rocket Companies CEO, also joined the Board of Directors in December 2023.
  • Now, combined with the addition of Alex Rampell, Rocket Companies has significantly bolstered its product and fintech expertise to complement the skills and experience of the existing Board.

OLD POINT NATIONAL BANK ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC ALLIANCE WITH TIDEWATER HOME FUNDING

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

HAMPTON, Va., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Old Point National Bank (Old Point or the Bank) is proud to announce a strategic alliance with Tidewater Home Funding, LLC based in Chesapeake, Virginia.

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  • HAMPTON, Va., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Old Point National Bank (Old Point or the Bank) is proud to announce a strategic alliance with Tidewater Home Funding, LLC based in Chesapeake, Virginia.
  • As a part of this alliance, Old Point will transition the processing of mortgage loans to Tidewater Home Funding.
  • Old Point will maintain the branding of its mortgage division as Old Point Mortgage and will continue to underwrite and service select portfolio mortgage products through its retail and private banking arms.
  • Joseph Witt, President, Financial Services, Chief Strategy Officer of Old Point National Bank shared, "This strategic alliance between Old Point and Tidewater Home Funding will expand opportunities for both organizations, continue to provide our customers with excellent service and local decision-making, and maximize value to our shareholders."