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Flash News: OKX to Host Proof of Reserves Themed Twitter AMA on October 5 at 08:00 (PST)

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

OKX will today host a Proof of Reserves (PoR) themed Ask Me Anything (AMA) session on X at 08:00 (PST).

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  • OKX will today host a Proof of Reserves (PoR) themed Ask Me Anything (AMA) session on X at 08:00 (PST).
  • The AMA will feature OKX Chief Marketing Officer Haider Rafique and OKX Global Chief Commercial Officer Lennix Lai, as well as Blockchain Expert Nic Carter , Trading KOL Crypto Emily and PIXL Partner 3orovik .
  • Those interested in participating in the AMA can set a reminder for the upcoming X Space session here .
  • OKX also recently released its 11th monthly PoR on September 26, showing balances of USD$11.2 billion in primary assets.

Clarience Technologies Showcases Safety-enhancing Visibility Innovations from Road Ready, Truck-Lite Brands

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Monday, October 16, 2023

Clarience Technologies, whose safety and performance-enhancing solutions have helped advance commercial transportation for decades, introduced a new in-line configuration option of its popular Road Ready Light Out Detection System (LODS), expanding coverage of Road Ready LODS to now include every trailer type.

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  • Clarience Technologies, whose safety and performance-enhancing solutions have helped advance commercial transportation for decades, introduced a new in-line configuration option of its popular Road Ready Light Out Detection System (LODS), expanding coverage of Road Ready LODS to now include every trailer type.
  • “Each of our companies strive to innovate and develop products that address the evolving needs and challenges of our customers,” said Mark Johnson, executive vice president and Chief Marketing Officer at Clarience Technologies.
  • “We are constantly looking for ways to improve our products’ functionality, efficiency, and safety.
  • “We now offer customers a choice of LODS solutions that can fit any trailer type,” said Dane Hollar, senior vice president of sales, Road Ready.

FTC Proposes Rule to Ban Junk Fees

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Monday, October 16, 2023

The Federal Trade Commission today announced a new proposed rule to prohibit junk fees, which are hidden and bogus fees that can harm consumers and undercut honest businesses.

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  • The Federal Trade Commission today announced a new proposed rule to prohibit junk fees, which are hidden and bogus fees that can harm consumers and undercut honest businesses.
  • The agency launched a proceeding last year requesting public input on whether a rule would help to eliminate these unfair and deceptive charges.
  • After receiving more than 12,000 comments on how fees affect their personal spending or business, the FTC is seeking a new round of comments on a proposed junk fee rule.
  • To accomplish this, the proposed rule would ban the following junk fee practices that consistently confuse and trick consumers:
  • “Americans are fed up with the junk fees that are creeping across the economy,” said CFPB Director Rohit Chopra.
  • “The FTC’s proposed rule will protect families and honest businesses from race-to-the-bottom abuses that cost us billions of dollars each year.
  • If finalized, the CFPB will enforce the rule against violators in the financial industry and ensure that these firms play fairly.” “No one likes surprise charges on their bill.
  • But when it comes to these bills, what you see isn’t always what you get,” said FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel.
  • “Instead, consumers have often been saddled with additional junk fees that may exorbitantly raise the price of their previously agreed-to monthly charges.

Foley Launches New CSA Data Monitor Program

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

HARTFORD, Conn., Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Foley, a leader in background screening for drivers and DOT compliance, today announced the release of its CSA Monitor program .

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  • HARTFORD, Conn., Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Foley, a leader in background screening for drivers and DOT compliance, today announced the release of its CSA Monitor program .
  • The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) uses CSA data to evaluate, enforce, and hold trucking companies accountable for their role in safety and compliance.
  • "CSA Monitor eliminates the time-consuming task of manually checking multiple federal databases for safety and violation data," said Ketki Vahalia, Foley VP of Product Management.
  • To learn more about CSA Monitor, visit foleyservices.com/csa-monitor where you can schedule a personal demo.

Zeitgeist to Launch Revolutionary Prediction Markets Utilizing CoinDesk Indices

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

BERLIN, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Zeitgeist, the pioneering dApp for prediction markets, is thrilled to announce its strategic collaboration with CoinDesk Indices (CDI), the leading provider of digital asset indices by AUM since 2014. With this engagement, Zeitgeist aims to bring fresh signals to prediction markets for tradeable crypto sectors.

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  • BERLIN, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Zeitgeist , the pioneering dApp for prediction markets, is thrilled to announce its strategic collaboration with CoinDesk Indices (CDI), the leading provider of digital asset indices by AUM since 2014.
  • Utilizing CoinDesk Indices' expertise allows us to offer unparalleled prediction markets on one of the leading crypto index platforms in the world."
  • The company is set to run prediction markets on two prominent crypto sector indices: the CoinDesk DeFi Select Index and the CoinDesk Smart Contract Platform Select Index .
  • "We are excited to see two of our select sector indices support prediction markets at Zeitgeist," said Andy Baehr, CFA, Managing Director at CoinDesk Indices.

Bentley, Infotech, and AASHTO Unite to Support Digital Delivery Initiatives for Departments of Transportation

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), the infrastructure engineering software company, Infotech®, a leader in infrastructure construction software solutions, and the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), a nonprofit, nonpartisan association representing transportation departments in 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, today announced an initiative to support digital delivery for departments of transportation.

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  • Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), the infrastructure engineering software company, Infotech®, a leader in infrastructure construction software solutions, and the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), a nonprofit, nonpartisan association representing transportation departments in 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, today announced an initiative to support digital delivery for departments of transportation.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231003442699/en/
    Integration to automate digital workflows between design and construction.
  • Bentley applications will be enabled to optimize for pay-item data during design and pre-construction processes, synchronizing digital twins for accurate and efficient construction deliverables.
  • Dustin Parkman, Vice President, Transportation, at Bentley Systems, said, “This partnership with AASHTO and Infotech will help DOTs realize their project delivery digital transformation goals with automation between Bentley’s solutions and AASHTOWare Project.

Luna Provides Advanced Roadway Incident Detection for Major Department of Transportation

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

Luna Innovations Incorporated (NASDAQ: LUNA), a global leader in advanced fiber optic-based technology, announces its continued successful application of fiber optic sensing-based traffic monitoring with a recent deployment for the state of Utah Department of Transportation (DOT).

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  • Luna Innovations Incorporated (NASDAQ: LUNA), a global leader in advanced fiber optic-based technology, announces its continued successful application of fiber optic sensing-based traffic monitoring with a recent deployment for the state of Utah Department of Transportation (DOT).
  • The Luna traffic monitoring solution provides accurate and timely information across both urban and rural roadways.
  • Along with its partner Dura-Line, a leading conduit manufacturer, Luna commissioned its traffic monitoring and incident detection solution on pre-existing fiber laid along Utah’s Big and Small Cottonwood canyons.
  • “Advanced traffic monitoring systems are becoming increasingly import in order to keep traffic flowing safely on our roads and highways,” said Scott Graeff, Luna Innovations’ President and CEO.

Pharma Logistics Awarded Department of Defense Contract for Pharmaceutical Reverse Distribution Services

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

Pharma Logistics ( www.pharmalogistics.com ), a leading provider of pharmaceutical reverse distribution services, announced today its recent victory in securing a 5-year, $45 million contract with the Department of Defense (DoD).

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  • Pharma Logistics ( www.pharmalogistics.com ), a leading provider of pharmaceutical reverse distribution services, announced today its recent victory in securing a 5-year, $45 million contract with the Department of Defense (DoD).
  • Under this groundbreaking agreement, Pharma Logistics will provide pharmaceutical reverse distribution services to all branches of the military, including Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard facilities worldwide.
  • Michael Zaccaro, President, and CEO of Pharma Logistics, expressed his excitement about this milestone achievement, stating, "We are honored to be awarded this contract by the Department of Defense.
  • Pharma Logistics has a long-standing reputation for excellence in the pharmaceutical reverse distribution industry.

Akeso Occupational Health Opens its 21st Clinic in Downtown San Diego, CA

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Monday, October 2, 2023

Akeso Occupational Health announced today the opening of a new occupational health clinic in downtown San Diego located at 1620 5th Ave, Suite 200.

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  • Akeso Occupational Health announced today the opening of a new occupational health clinic in downtown San Diego located at 1620 5th Ave, Suite 200.
  • “We are pleased to announce the expansion of our growing network of occupational health clinics into downtown San Diego,” said Chuck Kruger, CEO of Akeso.
  • Kruger added, “For years we have heard from local employers and public agencies about the lack of occupational health options downtown, and we are excited to add a 24/7 (on call) state-of-the-art clinic right in the heart of downtown San Diego.” This is the sixth clinic Akeso has added in 2023, bringing its clinic total to 21 including 6 Akeso clinics in San Diego County.
  • We encourage local residents and employers to stop by and meet our amazing team and take a look at our beautiful new clinic!”
    Akeso Occupational Health is California’s largest independent company focusing exclusively on occupational health.