Illustration by Tag Hartman-Simkins. Source: Getty Images Last week, the embattled chatbot platform Character.AI said that it would move to ban minors from conversing with its many thousands of AI companion and roleplay bots. Site users, including self-avowed minors and adults alike, have a lot of thoughts. The policy change, announced last week, comes as… Continue reading Character.AI Users in Full Meltdown After Minors Banned From Chats
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FIZE Medical Secures Investment and Expands Israeli Distribution Through Eldan, a Neopharm Group Company
TEL AVIV, Israel, Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — FIZE Medical, a leader in smart fluid management solutions for critically ill patients, announced today an investment and distribution partnership with Eldan, a member of Neopharm Group. Under the agreement, Eldan will invest in FIZE Medical to support its next stage of growth, and in addition will serve… Continue reading FIZE Medical Secures Investment and Expands Israeli Distribution Through Eldan, a Neopharm Group Company
NRGene Canada Enters Commercial Production with First Long-Term Supply Agreement for MaxBSF™
SASKATOON, SK, Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — NRGene Canada has signed its first commercial supply agreement for MaxBSF™ larvae, marking the company’s transition from R&D to full-scale commercial operations in the Black Soldier Fly industry. Continue Reading max Logo The agreement establishes NRGene Canada as the newest supplier of one-day-old MaxBSF™ larvae to Infinite Harvest… Continue reading NRGene Canada Enters Commercial Production with First Long-Term Supply Agreement for MaxBSF™
Veterinary Leaders, Dr. Kwane Stewart and Dr. Phillip Nelson, Appointed to PetSmart Charities Board of Directors
Stewart and Nelson bring a shared commitment to access to care and equity in veterinary medicine to Board of Directors at PetSmart Charities PHOENIX, Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — PetSmart Charities®, the leading funder of animal welfare in North America, is proud to welcome two esteemed veterinary leaders to its Board of Directors — Dr. Kwane Stewart,… Continue reading Veterinary Leaders, Dr. Kwane Stewart and Dr. Phillip Nelson, Appointed to PetSmart Charities Board of Directors
Optiv CEO Kevin Lynch Named CRN’s First-Ever ‘Best Solution Provider CEO of the Year’
Lynch Recognized for ‘Exceptional Leadership and Strategic Thinking’ DENVER, Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Optiv, the cyber advisory and solutions leader, is proud to share CEO Kevin Lynch was named Best Solution Provider CEO of the Year by CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, at the inaugural Best of the Channel Awards. This honor… Continue reading Optiv CEO Kevin Lynch Named CRN’s First-Ever ‘Best Solution Provider CEO of the Year’
E-J Electric T&D LLC Honored with NECA Safety Excellence Award
WALLINGFORD, Conn., Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — E-J Electric T&D LLC, is proud to announce that it has been honored with the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) Safety Excellence Award. This award recognizes electrical contractors that consistently demonstrate superior safety performance and a strong commitment to creating safe working environments. The NECA Safety Excellence Award is… Continue reading E-J Electric T&D LLC Honored with NECA Safety Excellence Award
PetSmart’s Exclusive Merry & Bright Collection Jumpstarts Holiday Joy for Pets and Families
Treat your pets to festive fun all season long with toys, treats, apparel and more! PHOENIX, Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — PetSmart has unwrapped its 2025 Merry & Bright collection, packed with festive finds designed to jumpstart joy for pets and the people who love them. From seasonal toys and treats, cozy bedding and apparel, matching… Continue reading PetSmart’s Exclusive Merry & Bright Collection Jumpstarts Holiday Joy for Pets and Families
Transwestern Breaks Ground on Next Phase of The RO
Construction Underway for The Birdsall, Retail Village and The Clayton HOUSTON, Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Transwestern, a vertically integrated commercial real estate firm headquartered in Houston, today announced the start of construction on the next phase of The RO (pronounced ‘row’). An inspired extension of the River Oaks neighborhood, The RO is a large-scale,… Continue reading Transwestern Breaks Ground on Next Phase of The RO
Portal26 Boosts Momentum with $9MM Series A
First and leading GenAI Adoption Management Platform continues accelerated growth, innovation for enabling high-impact enterprise GenAI adoption LOS GATOS, Calif., Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — GenAI Adoption Management Platform Portal26 today announced a $9 Million Series A round of funding led by Shasta Ventures. The round was also supported by leading AI and deep tech… Continue reading Portal26 Boosts Momentum with $9MM Series A
OneVest Strengthens Custodian Connectivity with New Aviso Wealth Integration
TORONTO, Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ – OneVest, which delivers a Wealth Operating System that unifies and modernizes wealth management, today announced a new custodial integration with Aviso Wealth. OneVest supercharges platform connectivity for wealth firms with new custodial integration with Aviso Wealth. This enhanced interoperability enables firms to unify core operational workflows within the OneVest… Continue reading OneVest Strengthens Custodian Connectivity with New Aviso Wealth Integration