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Andy Kozma leads vialytics Americas, Inc.

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023

We are thrilled that Andy Kozma accepts lead responsibility for our U.S. operations besides his CRO role," states Patrick Glaser, CEO and co-founder of vialytics.

Key Points: 
  • We are thrilled that Andy Kozma accepts lead responsibility for our U.S. operations besides his CRO role," states Patrick Glaser, CEO and co-founder of vialytics.
  • At vialytics, Andy Kozma is driving the company's vision of using artificial intelligence to provide better roads and bike lanes in municipalities.
  • "vialytics is a matter of the heart for me," Andy Kozma explains his mission.
  • With Andy Kozma as President, vialytics will expand its operations across the nation establishing regional offices to better support clients and engage in collaborative projects with local administrations, offering personal and hands-on support.

SkyWater Technology Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Results

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Monday, February 13, 2023

SkyWater Technology (NASDAQ: SKYT), the trusted technology realization partner, today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2022, ended January 1, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • SkyWater Technology (NASDAQ: SKYT), the trusted technology realization partner, today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2022, ended January 1, 2023.
  • “We are pleased to enter 2023 with growing momentum,” said Thomas Sonderman, SkyWater president and chief executive officer.
  • Landmark partnership announced with the State of Indiana and Purdue University to build advanced $1.8 billion semiconductor fab.
  • Record results for both ATS and Wafer Services, driving revenues to $213 million for the year, with a significantly expanded gross margin profile and positive adjusted EBITDA generation.

COP27 UN "Credible" Plan to Meet NetZero with No Greenwashing is a "Boom and Fizzle" Demolished by Finnish Materials Study says Friends of Science

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Thursday, November 10, 2022

CALGARY, Alberta, Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --  As reported by the National Observer, Nov. 08, 2022, the UN High Level Expert Group (HLEG) led by Catherine McKenna, claims to outline a credible plan to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions to prevent greenwashing, but Friends of Science says the UN HLEG forgot to do a feasibility study; a Finnish materials study by Simon Michaux renders the UN greenwashing report moot and a 'boom and fizzle.' Friends of Science Society expresses concern over the evermore tyrannical tone of demands for mandatory reporting and NetZero compliance, when it is a physical impossibility.

Key Points: 
  • Friends of Science Society expresses concern over the evermore tyrannical tone of demands for mandatory reporting and NetZero compliance, when it is a physical impossibility.
  • Friends of Science have issued an Open Letter to the Competition Bureau exposing the fallacy of the charges, one fact being that NetZero targets are unattainable, confirmed by Simon Michaux's comprehensive study.
  • The CLINTEL group of more than 1400 scientists and scholars say there is no climate emergency; natural factors drive climate change.
  • Friends of Science Society is an independent group of earth, atmospheric and solar scientists, engineers, and citizens that is celebrating its 20th year of offering climate science insights.

National Electrical Contractors Association Statement on Passage of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022

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Saturday, August 13, 2022

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) applauds Congress on the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.

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  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) applauds Congress on the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.
  • The Inflation Reduction Act, as negotiated by Senator Manchin and Majority Leader Schumer, will invest over $369 billion in domestic energy production and manufacturing.
  • The investment will provide NECA contractors with new opportunities to modernize our energy portfolio and create good-paying jobs across America.
  • The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) is a National Trade Association and the leading voice of the $202 billion electrical contracting industry that brings power, light, and communication technology to buildings and communities across the U.S. NECA collectively represents over 4,000 electrical contractor members served by 118 local Chapters across the country.

Remark Holdings Announces Fiscal First Quarter 2022 Financial Results

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Monday, May 16, 2022

LAS VEGAS, May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Remark Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MARK), a diversified global technology company with leading artificial intelligence ("AI") solutions and digital media properties, today announced financial results for its fiscal first quarter ended March 31, 2022.

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  • LAS VEGAS, May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Remark Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MARK), a diversified global technology company with leading artificial intelligence ("AI") solutions and digital media properties, today announced financial results for its fiscal first quarter ended March 31, 2022.
  • The company expects deployments to pick up in the third quarter of 2022 as a handful of cities plan to loosen lockdown measures starting in June.
  • Revenue for the fiscal first quarter of 2022 totaled $4.7 million, up 6% from $4.4 million during fiscal first quarter 2021.
  • Gross profit adjusted to $0.4 million in the first quarter of 2022 from $1.7 million in the first quarter of 2021.

Mortgage Banking Firm founder Blake Harbin gives opposing view on Biden's America, based on his second news conference

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Thursday, January 20, 2022

Regarding Joe Biden's voting reform bill, Harbin says it created more loopholes and problematic issues for holding federal elections.

Key Points: 
  • Regarding Joe Biden's voting reform bill, Harbin says it created more loopholes and problematic issues for holding federal elections.
  • As for Biden's refusal to acknowledge his low support among Americans, Blake Harbin points to his sagging national polling numbers.
  • Blake Harbin is the CEO of Houzzle Financial, a mortgage lending company in the Southeast.
  • He has been a small business owner for more than two decades and is an expert in the real estate industry.

KBRA Releases ESG Research – Environmental and Social Provisions in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and Build Back Better Plan

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Tuesday, January 18, 2022

KBRA provides an overview of the provisions included in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and details its environmental- and social-related funding.

Key Points: 
  • KBRA provides an overview of the provisions included in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and details its environmental- and social-related funding.
  • The report also highlights the environmental and social policies contained in the Build Back Better (BBB) Act, though the passage of BBB is currently uncertain.
  • The $1.2 trillion package will be the largest federal investment in infrastructure projects in decades, targeting improvements in roadways, bridges, public transportation, and water systems.
  • Importantly, as the world increasingly moves toward a low-carbon economy, the IIJA will fund and expand climate mitigation, social equity, and environmental justice programs.

Increasing Number of Americans Ordering Pharmaceuticals Online

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Friday, December 17, 2021

Consumer costs for some drugs should come down, but Americans that need to cut back on the cost of their medication can now find them at pharmacies like Canada Drugs Direct .

Key Points: 
  • Consumer costs for some drugs should come down, but Americans that need to cut back on the cost of their medication can now find them at pharmacies like Canada Drugs Direct .
  • Ordering medication from Canada should also be a consideration for anyone who strategizes ways to reduce costs on same-product items to make their drugs more affordable.
  • Canada Drugs Direct is a Canadian online pharmacy that is among those recommended for Americans who shop at a pharmacy in Canada to save money on medications.
  • All orders require a prescription and are dispensed by a licensed pharmacist, in the same way as any pharmacy in America would.

House Passes Largest Amnesty in American History, Eyes Are Now on the Senate to Reject It, Says FAIR

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Friday, November 19, 2021

"All eyes are now on the Senate to strip these provisions from the bill as it makes its way to the other side of the Hill," Stein said.

Key Points: 
  • "All eyes are now on the Senate to strip these provisions from the bill as it makes its way to the other side of the Hill," Stein said.
  • In the short-term, the immigration provisions of the bill would result in even more illegal immigration and cost burdens on American taxpayers.
  • Founded in 1979, FAIR is the country's largest immigration reform group.
  • With over 3 million members and supporters nationwide, FAIR fights for immigration policies that serve national interests, not special interests.

Rash Leads Dawood's Government Finance Solutions, Strengthens Municipal Financial Management

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Wednesday, November 17, 2021

HARRISBURG, Pa., Nov. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dawood, an international planning and technology firm, hired Tracey Rash to lead the company's Government Finance Solutions (GFS) division.

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  • HARRISBURG, Pa., Nov. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dawood, an international planning and technology firm, hired Tracey Rash to lead the company's Government Finance Solutions (GFS) division.
  • Dawood's GFS team empowers clients to bridge the gap between financial processes and municipal goals.
  • "Tracey is an award-winning governmental accounting expert whose financial acumen strengthens our ability to deliver funding solutions with community connections," said James Rodgers, Chief Strategic Officer with Dawood.
  • She is active with the Government Finance Officers Association, Pennsylvania Municipal League, and Pennsylvania Local Government Training Partnership.