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3D Systems to Attend 26th Annual Needham Growth Conference

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Monday, January 8, 2024

ROCK HILL, S.C., Jan. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 3D Systems (NYSE:DDD) announced today that management will participate in the 26th Annual Needham Growth Conference on January 17, 2024.

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  • ROCK HILL, S.C., Jan. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 3D Systems (NYSE:DDD) announced today that management will participate in the 26th Annual Needham Growth Conference on January 17, 2024.
  • President and CEO, Dr. Jeffrey Graves will participate in a fireside chat at 1:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time and will participate in individual meetings alongside members of the company’s leadership team throughout the day.
  • A live webcast of the conference presentation will be available on 3D Systems’ Investor Relations page .
  • The webcast recording will be available for a limited time following the conference.

Grad Solutions Launches Free Arkansas Adult High School Diploma Program

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Grad Solutions, a leading education provider, is proud to announce the launch of the Free Arkansas Adult Workforce Diploma Program, catering to non-graduates ages 21 and older.

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  • LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Grad Solutions, a leading education provider, is proud to announce the launch of the Free Arkansas Adult Workforce Diploma Program, catering to non-graduates ages 21 and older.
  • Spurred by the recent passage of House Bill 1529, Act 546, this collaboration between Grad Solutions and the Arkansas Department of Education marks a significant milestone in providing accessible education for adults desiring their high school diploma.
  • The 2020 U.S. Census Bureau identified approximately 274,000 adults in Arkansas as never earning a high school diploma, constituting 9.1% of the state's total population.
  • "The Free Arkansas Adult Workforce Diploma Program will not only impact the lives of participating students, but also extend its influence to their children, communities, and the state at large," said Jeremiah Lee, Executive Director of Strategy at Grad Solutions.

Earn an accredited high school diploma online for free

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Jan. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Arkansas residents ages 21 and older who do not have a high school diploma can now finish school online for free through a new program from Graduation Alliance called the Arkansas Adult Diploma Program. Graduates earn an accredited high school diploma.

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  • LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Jan. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Arkansas residents ages 21 and older who do not have a high school diploma can now finish school online for free through a new program from Graduation Alliance called the Arkansas Adult Diploma Program.
  • Graduates earn an accredited high school diploma.
  • "This program is designed for working adults who need a flexible education option," Ron Klausner, CEO of Graduation Alliance, said.
  • Graduation Alliance can offer this program for free through a state-funded initiative administered by the Arkansas Department of Education - Division of Career and Technical Education.

Bank OZK Announces Increase to Quarterly Common Stock Dividend and Announces Preferred Stock Dividend

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024

The common stock dividend is payable on January 23, 2024 to shareholders of record as of January 16, 2024.

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  • The common stock dividend is payable on January 23, 2024 to shareholders of record as of January 16, 2024.
  • Bank OZK has increased its quarterly cash dividend on its common stock in each of the last fifty-four quarters.
  • Bank OZK’s consistent track record of increasing its common stock dividend has led to it being included in the S&P High Yield Dividend Aristocrats® index (Ticker: SPHYDA) since January 2018.
  • Bank OZK (Nasdaq: OZK) is a regional bank providing innovative financial solutions delivered by expert bankers with a relentless pursuit of excellence.

Bank OZK Announces Date for Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Earnings Release and Conference Call

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Thursday, December 28, 2023

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Dec. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bank OZK (the “Bank”) (Nasdaq: OZK) expects to report fourth quarter and full year 2023 earnings after the market closes on Thursday, January 18, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Dec. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bank OZK (the “Bank”) (Nasdaq: OZK) expects to report fourth quarter and full year 2023 earnings after the market closes on Thursday, January 18, 2024.
  • Management’s comments on the fourth quarter and full year 2023 will be released simultaneously with the earnings press release and will be available on the Bank’s investor relations website.
  • Management will conduct a conference call to take questions at 10:00 a.m. CT (11:00 a.m.
  • Bank OZK (Nasdaq: OZK) is a regional bank providing innovative financial solutions delivered by expert bankers with a relentless pursuit of excellence.

3D Systems Announces Organization Changes and New Executive Leadership Appointments

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

ROCK HILL, S.C., Dec. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, 3D Systems (NYSE:DDD) announced two additions to its executive leadership team.

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  • ROCK HILL, S.C., Dec. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, 3D Systems (NYSE:DDD) announced two additions to its executive leadership team.
  • Mr. Creech joins 3D Systems with more than 25 years of experience in financial leadership and business transformation.
  • Mr. Currie will be joining 3D Systems with 30 years of experience in executive leadership with a focus on building emerging businesses.
  • “I’m pleased to welcome Jeffrey and Harriss to 3D Systems in these very important roles,” said Dr. Jeffrey Graves, president & CEO, 3D Systems.

Inuvo Leads Movement Toward Transparent AI in Advertising

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Inuvo has outlined its key pillars in an AI Transparency Statement, which details its responsible development and ethical use of artificial intelligence.

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  • Inuvo has outlined its key pillars in an AI Transparency Statement, which details its responsible development and ethical use of artificial intelligence.
  • Inuvo calls on other advertising companies who use AI, machine learning, and data science to publish their own transparency statements and join together in advocating for the ethical advancement of AI-based technologies.
  • The newly released Inuvo AI Transparency Statement provides open communication around the company’s artificial intelligence built specifically for advertising.
  • “By promoting AI transparency within our industry, we aim to increase understanding, alleviate ethical concerns, and uphold privacy around AI.

3D Systems Announces Partial Repurchase of Convertible Senior Notes

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Repurchasing approximately $135 million of 0% coupon, convertible senior notes at 26% discount to par value

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  • Repurchasing approximately $135 million of 0% coupon, convertible senior notes at 26% discount to par value
    Principal balance reduced from $460 million to approximately $325 million, due in 2026
    ROCK HILL, S.C., Dec. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 3D Systems (NYSE:DDD) (“the Company”) today announced that it has entered into separate, privately negotiated repurchase agreements with a limited number of holders of its 0% Convertible Senior Notes due 2026 (the "Notes") to repurchase approximately $135 million aggregate principal amount of the Notes at a 26% discount to par value.
  • The debt repurchase will be paid in cash from the Company’s balance sheet.
  • The repurchases are expected to close on December 13, 2023, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.
  • Following such closings, approximately $325 million principal amount of the Notes will remain outstanding, from an initial issued principal balance of $460 million.

Rock Island Auction Sees Record-Breaking Numbers with $26.7 Million in Sales During its Inaugural Premier Auction in Texas

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

 ROCK ISLAND, Ill., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rock Island Auction Company (RIAC) celebrated 30 years in business by reaching $26.7 million in sales during its December Premier Auction, Friday, Dec. 8 through Sunday, Dec. 10. The auction marked the official opening of RIAC's new state-of-the-art facility in Bedford, Texas, and the three-day event featured over 2,250 lots of high-conditioned, historic, investment-grade firearms available for auction. The weekend's success also pushed the company's annual sales to $102 million, their third consecutive year over the $100 million mark – an unprecedented occurrence in the fine arms field.

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  • 12 Colt Model 1847 Walker percussion revolver, sold for $470,000, leading the way to Rock Island Auction Company's record-breaking sales.
  • "We are thrilled with the results of our inaugural Texas Premier Auction.
  • We continue to be humbled by the support and loyalty of our clients," said Kevin Hogan, President of Rock Island Auction Company.
  • Amassing nearly $9 million more than the 2022 December Premier Auction, the 2023 December Premier Auction helped Rock Island Auction Company's Bedford location achieve numerous milestones, including its largest catalog to date and the record for the largest gun auction in the state of Texas.

3D Systems Receives FDA Clearance for NextDent® Base

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

NextDent Base is the third generation of the company’s denture base material for 3D printing and has excellent mechanical properties including high break resistance, and accurate and repeatable printability.

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  • NextDent Base is the third generation of the company’s denture base material for 3D printing and has excellent mechanical properties including high break resistance, and accurate and repeatable printability.
  • NextDent Base is truly comparable to conventional denture materials and provides patients with long-lasting, impact-resistant dentures.
  • Using NextDent Base as part of 3D Systems’ digital dental workflow is helping drive new levels of speed, productivity, efficiency, and precision while also providing opportunities to improve the patient experience.
  • “With the clearance of NextDent Base, we continue to add to our portfolio of dental 3D printing materials that are enabling dental laboratories and clinics to address a wide range of applications.