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  • Industry Analyst Jeff Kagan: It is too early to judge Verizon earnings under new CEO

    Industry Analyst Jeff Kagan: It is too early to judge Verizon earnings under new CEO

    Will new Verizon CEO Dan Schulman’s recovery plan succeed?

    Jeff Kagan has been described as the most widely quoted analyst in the telecommunications industry.”

    — Dick Martin, former EVP of Public Relations at AT&T

    ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The following commentary is from Jeff Kagan, an Industry Analyst and Columnist who has covered wireless, 5G, AI, telecom, and emerging technology trends for several decades.

    This commentary may be used by the media in their coverage of this story, attributed to Jeff Kagan.

    Kagan advises investors, business customers, and consumers not to judge Verizon too quickly or too harshly based on the most recent earnings report.

    The reason, Kagan explains, is that Verizon appointed Dan Schulman as its new CEO in October 2025. Schulman needs time to assess the company, develop a strategy, and implement recovery initiatives.

    “It has been quite a while since Verizon has shown strength, and investors are understandably impatient to see improvement,” said Kagan.
    However, Kagan does not believe the current earnings report reflects what Verizon may become over the next several years.

    “As an industry analyst, I have followed Verizon, along with AT&T, T-Mobile, telephone companies, and cable TV providers, through periods of both growth and struggle for several decades,” Kagan said.

    Many of these companies began as Baby Bells and once led the industry with basic telephone services. Today, traditional phone and pay-tv businesses are being replaced by wireless, mobile data, streaming services, and all sorts of new digital platforms.

    Artificial intelligence represents the next major growth opportunity and challenge for every competitor.

    Some companies will successfully leverage AI and grow, while others will struggle. Time will reveal who adapts best.

    Currently, AT&T and T-Mobile are showing stronger momentum than Verizon. Still, Kagan believes Verizon has the ability to turn performance around under new leadership.

    AI can benefit 5G, wireless, and telecom companies in at least two critical ways:

    1. Improving network management, efficiency, and performance.

    2. Enabling new solutions for enterprise and corporate customers.

    While Verizon remains a leading wireless provider, it has not yet demonstrated sustained growth in recent years.

    Kagan believes CEO Dan Schulman has the opportunity to develop creative strategies, address stagnation, and position Verizon for growth.

    “We need to give him the time and space required to build momentum and get the ship moving in the right direction again,” Kagan said.

    Former AT&T Executive Vice President of Public Relations Dick Martin underscored Kagan’s influence in his book Tough Calls: AT&T and the Hard Lessons Learned from the Telecom Wars, writing: “Jeff Kagan has been described as the most widely quoted analyst in the telecommunications industry.”

    Kagan has written thousands of columns and articles, translating complex technology trends into clear, practical insights for executives, investors, customers, and employees.

    About Jeff Kagan

    Jeff Kagan is an Atlanta-based industry analyst, columnist, consultant, influencer, and keynote speaker. For more than 40 years, he has provided analysis and commentary on innovation, market trends, and company performance across wireless, telecom, 5G, 6G, AI, and other high-growth sectors, serving both B2B and B2C markets.

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  • STRmix™ Co-Developer Will Be Featured Speaker at AAFS 2026

    STRmix™ Co-Developer Will Be Featured Speaker at AAFS 2026

    Dr. Jo-Anne Bright to Present “Why Not Ys? Probabilistic Interpretation of Y-STRs”

    Since its introduction in 2012, STRmix™ has proven to be a highly effective tool in producing usable, interpretable, and admissible DNA results in more than 700,000 criminal cases worldwide. ”

    — Dr. Jo-Anne Bright

    WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 28, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — STRmix™ co-developer Dr. Jo-Anne Bright will be a featured speaker at the 78th Annual Scientific Conference of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences, AAFS 2026, the largest annual meeting of the world’s forensic science community.

    AAFS 2026, whose theme is “Back to Basics: The Fundamentals of Forensic Science,” is expected to draw thousands of attendees from all 50 states and more than 70 other countries to the New Orleans, LA Ernst N. Morial Convention Center from February 9-14.

    Dr. Bright will present “Why Not Ys? Probabilistic Interpretation of Y-STRs” on Thursday, February 12. Her presentation will focus on the work the STRmix team is doing on the development of approaches to the interpretation of Y-STR DNA mixtures.

    Dr. Bright is a Senior Science Leader within the STRmix team at the New Zealand Institute for Public Health and Forensic Science Limited (PHF Science), where she has worked since 1999. PHF Science is a New Zealand government research organization, of which STRmix Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary, founded to better serve international users of STRmix™ software.

    The co-author of numerous papers and a regular speaker at major conferences around the world, Dr. Bright co-developed STRmix™ – sophisticated forensic software capable of resolving mixed DNA profiles previously regarded as too complex to interpret – with Dr. John Buckleton (PHF Science) and Dr. Duncan A. Taylor (Forensic Science South Australia – FSSA).

    Since its introduction in 2012, STRmix™ has proven to be a highly effective tool in producing usable, interpretable, and admissible DNA results in more than 700,000 criminal cases worldwide. It has been particularly effective in helping to resolve violent crime and sexual assault cases, as well as cold cases in which evidence was originally dismissed as inconclusive.

    When used with two other applications developed by the STRmix team – FaSTR™ DNA (which rapidly analyzes raw DNA data generated by genetic analyzers and standard profiling kits and assigns a number of contributors estimate) and DBLR™ (which allows forensic laboratories to undertake extensive kinship analysis, carry out rapid database searches, visualize the value of their DNA mixture evidence, and carry out mixture-to-mixture matches) – STRmix™ completes the full workflow, from DNA analysis to interpretation and database matching.

    A new version of STRmix™, 2.13, was introduced in September 2025. Like its predecessors, 2.13 builds on previous versions of STRmix™ while adding significant new features including enabling forensic labs to set up multiple PDF report templates for the different report types and automatically generate more than one report at a time for a given calculation. STRmix™ 2.13 also includes new functionality in the Batch Maker module which allows analysts to set up replicate inputs for interpretations.

    Dr. Bright received her Bachelor of Science degree at Victoria University of Wellington in 1998 and her Master of Science degree in Forensic Science at the University of Auckland in 2000. She was awarded her PhD in 2015 after studying advanced DNA profile interpretation topics.

    Dr. Bright recently presented a day-long workshop, “Supporting Your Laboratory through Legal Challenges to the Use of Probabilistic Genotyping,” at the 36th International Symposium on Human Identification (ISHI).

    For more information about AAFS 2026, visit https://www.aafs.org/annual-conference. For more information about STRmix™, visit http://www.strmix.com.

    STRmix – A global leader in forensic DNA interpretation, trusted by more than 120 forensic laboratories worldwide.

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  • ATP Releases Program Highlights for the 2026 Innovations in Testing Conference

    ATP Releases Program Highlights for the 2026 Innovations in Testing Conference

    People, progress, and possibilities come to life when we gather, learn, and tackle change together. This conference invests in the durable skills shaping the future of work and assessment.”

    — Melissa Nosik, Conference Chair for Innovations in Testing

    WASHINGTON DC, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, January 28, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The Association of Test Publishers (ATP) will hold its 2026 Innovations in Testing Conference from March 1–4, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans in New Orleans, Louisiana.

    Recognized as the world’s leading conference for educational, credentialing, licensure, certification, and workforce assessment professionals, the annual Innovations in Testing Conference brings together a global community of experts, innovators, and thought leaders to examine emerging trends, tools, and strategies shaping the future of assessment.

    This year’s theme, “Celebrating People, Progress, and Possibilities,” underscores the importance of recognizing the individuals who drive innovation, the advancements transforming the assessment industry, and the opportunities ahead for learning and assessment worldwide.

    “People, progress, and possibilities are not abstract ideas. They come to life when we gather, learn, and wrestle with change together,” said Melissa Nosik, Conference Chair for Innovations in Testing. “This conference is an investment in the durable skills that will define the future of work and assessment.”

    The 2026 program will feature a range of sessions designed to support learning, collaboration, and practical insight across the assessment ecosystem. Highlights include:

    Opening Keynote: The conference will begin with a keynote focused on foresight and future-ready leadership, examining how organizations anticipate change, identify emerging trends, and cultivate cultures of innovation in uncertain environments.

    Innovation Fast-Pitch: ATP will host its 10th Annual Innovation Fast-Pitch, where selected finalists will present emerging technologies, products, and services to a panel of industry judges, offering insight into new ideas shaping the assessment landscape.

    ATP Discovery Zone: New for 2026, the ATP Discovery Zone will provide an interactive space where attendees can engage directly with technologies and services through live demonstrations in a hands-on setting.

    Closing Keynote Panel: The conference will conclude with a future-focused panel discussion exploring how testing organizations are planning for what’s next, including approaches to strategic foresight, innovation, and long-term organizational readiness.

    Post-Conference Workshops: Optional workshops following the closing keynote panel on March 4, 2026, will offer deeper, practical learning on key topics including accessibility in exam delivery, performance-based assessments, test development standards, and marketing strategy within the assessment industry.

    Registration, sponsorship opportunities, and full program details are available on the official conference website: https://www.innovationsintesting.org/

    The Association of Test Publishers (ATP) is the leading international organization dedicated to promoting and protecting the value of assessments. ATP members are committed to advancing equity, integrity, and learning through assessment worldwide.

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  • Canadian Game Awards and XP Game Summit Announce Strategic Partnership

    Canadian Game Awards and XP Game Summit Announce Strategic Partnership

    2026 Canadian Game Awards Gala to Take Place in May Alongside XP Game Summit

    Holding the Awards alongside XP Game Summit builds on what the Canadian Game Awards have always been about. It gives creators the recognition they deserve and keeps the focus on the games themselves.”

    — Carl-Edwin Michel, Creator & Executive Producer, Canadian Game Awards

    TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, January 27, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The Canadian Game Awards and XP Gaming Inc. today announced a strategic partnership connected to XP Game Summit that expands the public celebration of Canadian-made games in Toronto, reflecting the scale and strength of Canada’s $5.1 billion game industry.

    Beginning in 2026, the Canadian Game Awards Gala will take place alongside XP Game Summit. Holding the Awards at this time places Canadian games and creators in the spotlight as the global industry is already focused on Toronto, increasing international visibility for Canada’s game industry.

    In addition to the Gala, the Eh! Game Showcase offers the chance for players to experience Canadian-made games, discover new titles, and meet the teams behind them.

    “Holding the Awards alongside XP Game Summit builds on what the Canadian Game Awards have always been about,” said Carl-Edwin Michel, creator and Executive Producer of the Canadian Game Awards. “It gives creators the recognition they deserve and keeps the focus on the games themselves through both the Awards and the Eh! Game Showcase.”

    XP Game Summit brings game companies from around the world to Toronto to build partnerships with Canada’s game industry, connecting international partners with Canadian studios, talent, and service providers.

    “The global game industry comes to XP Game Summit to do business with Canada,” said Jason Lepine, CEO of XP Gaming. “Last year, more than 350 companies representing over 18 countries came to Toronto to connect with Canadian studios and talent. Partnering with the Canadian Game Awards helps show the world the depth of our industry and gives everyone a chance to celebrate it together.”

    Additional details regarding dates, programming, and public ticketing for the 2026 Canadian Game Awards and Eh! Game Showcase will be announced in the coming months.

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    About the Canadian Game Awards
    The Canadian Game Awards recognize excellence, innovation, and creative achievement in Canada’s video game industry. The Awards celebrate outstanding work in development, content creation, and esports, highlighting the talent that drives Canada’s position as a global force in game creation.

    Learn more at: https://canadiangameawards.ca
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    About XP Gaming Inc.
    XP Gaming connects the global video game industry through world-class B2B events that drive business, collaboration, and industry growth.

    Flagship conferences, including XP Game Summit, Montreal International Game Summit (MIGS), and XP Indie Biz Connect events in Vancouver and Atlantic Canada, serve as key platforms for networking, knowledge exchange, and deal-making. These events connect developers, publishers, investors, and service providers to shape the future of gaming.

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  • Lone Star Boat & RV Storage Announces New Storage Locations in Central Texas

    Lone Star Boat & RV Storage Announces New Storage Locations in Central Texas

    LIBERTY HILL, TX, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Lone Star Boat & RV Storage announced the operation of storage facilities in Liberty Hill, Boerne, and Burnet. The facilities are positioned to serve recreational vehicle and boat owners across Central Texas. Each location includes controlled access points and storage areas designed to accommodate vehicles of various sizes. Management and maintenance of each site follow operational standards for storage facilities. The Liberty Hill, Boerne, and Burnet locations provide options for storing vehicles in proximity to local travel routes, lakes, and recreational destinations. Each facility is designed to allow for both short-term and long-term storage arrangements.

    The Liberty Hill location provides space for recreational vehicles and boats near central transportation routes. The site includes controlled access gates and parking areas suitable for large and oversized vehicles. Management and maintenance are conducted on-site to maintain operational standards and ensure consistent accessibility. Vehicles stored at Liberty Hill may remain for extended periods while maintaining storage protocols.

    The Boerne facility operates under the same operational model, offering controlled access and parking areas designed to accommodate recreational vehicles and boats of varying dimensions. On-site management maintains the facility and ensures operational standards are followed. The Boerne location provides storage solutions for vehicles near recreational areas and local transportation corridors. Storage arrangements may include flexible durations for both seasonal and long-term use.

    The Burnet facility extends storage options further within Central Texas, providing controlled access and areas suitable for a range of vehicle sizes. On-site management and operational procedures are maintained to support storage requirements. The Burnet location offers storage arrangements that accommodate seasonal travel, recreational use, or long-term storage needs. Facilities in Liberty Hill, Boerne, and Burnet are available for arrangements according to customer requirements, and operational oversight is conducted to maintain consistency across all three sites.

    Lone Star Boat & RV Storage continues to operate under a Texas-based ownership model. Each facility in Liberty Hill, Boerne, and Burnet is managed on-site with a focus on operational standards. Storage spaces at each location are available for a range of vehicles, including recreational vehicles, boats, and trailers. Controlled access points, on-site management, and consistent operational procedures are maintained across Liberty Hill, Boerne, and Burnet to provide storage solutions for vehicle owners.

    The Liberty Hill, Boerne, and Burnet locations are positioned to provide storage options in proximity to Central Texas recreational destinations. Storage areas are organized to accommodate vehicles of various dimensions. On-site management maintains facilities according to operational standards and ensures controlled access for all stored vehicles. Storage arrangements at each location may vary in duration, supporting seasonal, short-term, or long-term use across Central Texas.

    About Lone Star Boat & RV Storage

    Lone Star Boat & RV Storage is a Texas-based provider of storage solutions for recreational vehicles and boats. The company operates facilities in Liberty Hill, Boerne, and Burnet, providing controlled access, on-site management, and storage areas designed for vehicles of various sizes. Each location is maintained according to operational standards to support vehicle storage across Central Texas.

    Website: https://www.lonestarboatrvstorage.com/

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  • SKADI and HelloGard Robotics Partner to Embed Autonomous Cybersecurity in Robotics

    SKADI and HelloGard Robotics Partner to Embed Autonomous Cybersecurity in Robotics

    SKADI Cyber Defense and HelloGard Robotics partner to embed autonomous cybersecurity into AI-powered robotics and connected automation systems.

    AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — SKADI Cyber Defense Corporation and HelloGard Robotics today announced a strategic development partnership to embed autonomous cybersecurity directly into robotics and connected automation systems, addressing a growing security gap as AI-powered devices become operational infrastructure.

    As robots and intelligent systems are increasingly deployed across healthcare, senior living, hospitality, and enterprise environments, they are often connected to networks, process sensitive data, and operate autonomously — yet lack consistent cybersecurity protections. This partnership brings security to the same level of priority as functionality and performance.

    Together, SKADI and HelloGard will co-develop cross-platform cybersecurity solutions compatible with Windows, Android, and Linux, designed to protect robotic operating systems, AI decision workflows, and connected devices. The solutions will scale across robotic fleets while reducing reliance on manual security oversight.

    SKADI is known for Frostbow™, the world’s first autonomous cybersecurity platform powered by Ontological AI. Unlike traditional rule-based tools, Frostbow learns by observing attack behaviors, enabling it to detect, reason through, and respond to threats in real time. This allows organizations to move from reactive security to continuous, autonomous protection.

    “Our vision is to make advanced threat protection accessible to every organization,” said Rachel Clark, CEO of SKADI Cyber Defense. “As AI and automation expand into real-world operations, cybersecurity must protect not only data, but the systems that act in the physical world.”

    HelloGard Robotics specializes in workforce automation and robotics-as-a-service, deploying intelligent robotic solutions across senior living, healthcare, hospitality, and enterprise settings. By integrating autonomous cybersecurity into its platforms, HelloGard is strengthening trust, safety, and resilience for customers adopting AI-driven automation.

    “As robotics and artificial intelligence become essential to operations, they must be secured like any other critical edge device,” said Sanjeev Shetty, CEO & Co-Founder of HelloGard Robotics. “As we continue to enhance our embodied AI capabilities, this strategic partnership ensures cybersecurity is built into the core capability, giving our customers confidence to scale automation securely and responsibly.”

    Beyond individual deployments, the partnership supports stronger security governance for robotics and AI, helping organizations manage risk, compliance, and operational integrity as robotic systems become more autonomous and interconnected.

    Initial integrated prototypes are expected in early 2026.

    About SKADI Cyber Defense Corporation
    SKADI Cyber Defense Corporation is a Canadian cybersecurity company focused on autonomous threat detection and response for modern digital and operational environments. Its flagship platform, Frostbow™, uses Ontological AI to enable real-time threat detection, reasoning, and response without reliance on predefined rules or signatures.

    About HelloGard Robotics
    HelloGard Robotics is a workforce automation and robotics-as-a-service company delivering intelligent robotic solutions to senior living, healthcare, hospitality, and enterprise environments. HelloGard helps organizations optimize operations, reduce costs, and deploy secure, human-centered automation at scale.

    Click the link to find more information on HelloGard Defense: https://www.hellogard.com/hellogard-defense

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  • From Backup Complexity to Operational Confidence: A Zero Access Backup Webinar

    From Backup Complexity to Operational Confidence: A Zero Access Backup Webinar

    Join Jeskell Systems and Cobalt Iron for an executive-led discussion on zero access backup, automation, and cyber resilience for modern IT environments.

    Operational confidence comes from knowing your backup environment is secure, automated, and resilient without constant manual oversight or added complexity.”

    — Clary Davis, EVP and COO, Jeskell Systems

    LAUREL, MD, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Jeskell Systems and Cobalt Iron will host a live executive webinar on March 3 focused on helping federal and commercial organizations reduce backup complexity while strengthening cyber resilience and operational confidence.

    The webinar, From Backup Complexity to Operational Confidence, will explore how traditional backup environments have become increasingly vulnerable due to excessive human access, operational sprawl, and manual processes that introduce risk. As cyber threats continue to target backup systems as a primary attack vector, organizations are being forced to rethink how backup infrastructure is designed, secured, and operated.

    Led by Richard R. Spurlock, CEO and Founder of Cobalt Iron, and Clary Davis, EVP and COO of Jeskell Systems, the session will provide an executive-level discussion on modernizing backup through zero access architecture, automation, and AI-driven resilience.

    The discussion will focus on how eliminating human access to backup infrastructure can significantly reduce insider risk and privilege escalation, while automation removes the operational burden that often overwhelms IT teams. Attendees will gain insight into how zero access backup models help organizations achieve stronger cyber protection, faster recovery, and improved audit readiness without disrupting existing infrastructure.

    Key topics covered during the webinar include limiting privilege escalation and insider risk, modernizing backup defenses without introducing operational disruption, and using automation and analytics to reduce manual oversight while improving reliability. The session will also address how modern backup platforms align with federal and industry compliance frameworks, including NIST-based security controls and regulatory requirements.

    “Backup environments are often one of the most exposed and least governed areas of the enterprise,” said Richard R. Spurlock, CEO and Founder of Cobalt Iron. “Organizations need to move away from human-dependent backup operations and toward systems that are designed to operate securely, autonomously, and continuously.”

    Clary Davis, EVP and COO of Jeskell Systems, added that organizations are under increasing pressure to protect sensitive data while managing ongoing staffing and skills shortages. “Operational confidence comes from knowing your backup environment is secure, compliant, and resilient without requiring constant hands-on management. This webinar is about showing what that looks like in practice.”

    The webinar is designed for IT, security, and operations leaders across federal agencies and commercial enterprises who are responsible for protecting mission-critical and sensitive data. The session will be especially relevant for organizations seeking to reduce risk, simplify backup operations, and modernize data protection strategies without replacing existing infrastructure investments.

    To maintain a focused and relevant discussion, all registrants will be reviewed and approved prior to the event. Approved attendees will receive confirmation and access details ahead of the webinar.

    About Jeskell Systems

    With more than 35 years of experience, Jeskell Systems empowers federal and commercial organizations with secure, scalable data lifecycle management and high-performance infrastructure solutions. As a trusted technology partner, Jeskell specializes in helping organizations modernize storage, strengthen cyber resilience, and optimize IT environments to support mission-critical workloads and long-term growth.

    About Cobalt Iron

    Cobalt Iron delivers zero access, SaaS-based backup and cyber resilience solutions designed to eliminate human risk and simplify enterprise data protection. Built and operated in the United States, Cobalt Iron’s Compass platform integrates automation, analytics, and security to help organizations protect, detect, and recover data with confidence.

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  • Wildfire Zones Driving Record Commercial Demand for Air Filtration

    Wildfire Zones Driving Record Commercial Demand for Air Filtration

    New Data from Pure n Natural Systems Shows Structural Market Shift

    In the last two years, we’ve redesigned more filtration systems than in the previous decade.”

    — Mary Collins, HVAC Contractor and IAQ Remediation Consultant

    LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — As wildfire seasons intensify and extend, new analysis from Pure n Natural Systems shows a sharp increase in commercial air filtration investment across wildfire-affected regions. The findings are based on NOAA’s 2024–2025 wildfire and air quality data and proprietary purchasing trends among hospitality, industrial, and public-sector buyers.

    Wildfire Smoke Is Now a Permanent Operational Variable

    NOAA reports that wildfire-driven PM2.5 exposure has increased by more than 20% over the past five years, with 2024 and 2025 ranking among the highest on record for sustained AQI events in the Western United States. What was once considered episodic smoke exposure is now shaping year-round operational planning for businesses and public facilities.

    Proprietary Data Shows Commercial Buyers Responding Aggressively

    Pure n Natural Systems’ internal purchasing data (Jan–Oct 2025) shows:
    – Orders from wildfire-affected ZIP codes increased 44% YoY
    – High-CFM commercial units grew 52% YoY
    – Portable emergency filtration units increased 61% during AQI 150+ events
    – California, Oregon, and Colorado accounted for 72% of wildfire-driven orders
    – Repeat buyers in affected zones increased 23%, signaling long-term infrastructure investment rather than one-time mitigation

    Regional Breakdown

    Region: Northern California | YoY Demand Increase +48% | Main Buyer Type = Restaurants & Warehouses
    Region: Oregon | YoY Demand Increase +37% | Main Buyer Type = Schools & Offices
    Region: Colorado Front Range | YoY Demand Increase +29% | Main Buyer Type = Cannabis Facilities
    Region: Washington | YoY Demand Increase +26% | Main Buyer Type = Government & Healthcare

    Expert Commentary

    “Wildfire smoke is no longer viewed as episodic,” said Sofia Quintero, CEO of Pure N Natural Systems. “Businesses across multiple sectors are now treating air filtration as core infrastructure, not an optional upgrade.”

    HVAC professionals report that the shift is accelerating in the field.

    “In the last two years, we’ve redesigned more filtration systems than in the previous decade,” said Mary Collins, HVAC contractor and IAQ remediation consultant. “Commercial customers are asking for wildfire-specific configurations – high-CFM HEPA, electrostatic stages, and VOC-targeting carbon beds.”

    Key Industry Findings

    – Wildfire regions are driving the fastest-growing segment of commercial IAQ investment.
    – High-capacity units (FM-2000, Mark Series, SED-1000) dominate adoption.
    – Portable filtration spikes during severe AQI events.
    – Contractors are redesigning ventilation systems around particulate loads.
    – Schools and restaurants now treat air quality as a long-term safety requirement.


    About Pure N Natural Systems
    Pure n Natural Systems provides commercial air purification solutions engineered for smoke removal, wildfire mitigation, and industrial filtration. The company partners with U.S. manufacturers to deliver reliable, serviceable systems for high-demand environments and expects continued growth as wildfire-related air quality challenges expand nationwide.

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  • GeoSpur Launches the ‘Human Index,’ Paying the Public to Create a Verified Census of Real-World Skills

    GeoSpur Launches the ‘Human Index,’ Paying the Public to Create a Verified Census of Real-World Skills

    As search engines struggle with AI-generated content and ad-driven noise, GeoSpur deploys a global workforce to manually verify the physical economy.

    Before AI and robotics can operate safely in the physical world, an accurate map of human capability is required. The Human Index provides that foundation by making real work visible.”

    — GeoSpur Team

    ESSEX, MD, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — GeoSpur today announced the launch of the GeoSpur Scout Program, a global initiative to build the Human Index — a verified, ground‑truth census of real‑world skills, services, and businesses.

    This initiative marks a fundamental departure from how the digital economy has operated for the past two decades. While most platforms rely on scraped web data, self-claimed listings, and advertising-driven visibility, GeoSpur is investing directly in people on the ground to capture reality as it actually exists.

    The objective is simple but foundational: establish a single, trustworthy source of truth for what humans can do, where they can do it, and how they can be reached — even when those capabilities have never lived online.

    Indexing the Economy the Internet Forgot

    Most of the world’s commerce does not live on the internet.

    It lives in phone calls, storefronts, clinics, workshops, home offices, and service vans. Many of the most capable professionals and small businesses in the world do not have websites, SEO strategies, or advertising budgets — but they do have phones, licenses, locations, and real customers.

    GeoSpur is indexing that reality.

    The Human Index is designed to reflect capability, not digital presence. Any legitimate business or professional that can be verified in the physical world and reached directly is eligible to be included.

    The result is a dataset fundamentally different from directories, maps, or marketplaces — one rooted in verification, proximity, and proof of capability rather than rankings, keywords, or paid placement.

    Why Manual Seeding Matters

    High‑integrity systems cannot be built on assumptions.

    Most economic databases today are assembled indirectly — scraped from the web, inferred from ads, or optimized around whoever knows how to market themselves online. That approach systematically excludes a vast portion of the real economy.

    GeoSpur is doing the opposite.

    The company is intentionally performing the difficult work first: manually seeding the Human Index city by city, street by street, category by category, through direct human verification. This ensures the index reflects reality as it exists — not as it is advertised.

    Consider a simple example.

    A licensed plumber operating in a residential neighborhood may have no website, no reviews, and no social presence — but they answer their phone, show up on time, and solve real problems every day. Under traditional systems, they are invisible. Under the Human Index, they are discoverable.

    The same applies to clinics, barbers, electricians, accountants, tutors, and thousands of other professionals whose work keeps cities running but rarely appears online.

    The Human Index is designed to become the source of truth for:

    What skills exist in the real world

    Where those skills are physically located

    How people can actually reach them when help is needed

    This foundation enables reliable routing of human intent today — and forms the groundwork for safe automation tomorrow.

    The GeoSpur Scout Program: A Public Census of Capability

    The GeoSpur Scout Program empowers individuals to participate directly in building this shared infrastructure.

    Scouts act as modern census takers of the local economy. They verify real businesses and professionals in their communities — confirming identity, location, services offered, and direct contactability. In return, Scouts earn weekly cash payouts for verified contributions.

    Program highlights include:

    Weekly payouts processed every Friday via PayPal or Venmo

    No upfront costs and no prior experience required

    Minimal setup, requiring only a smartphone and brief onboarding

    Global participation, with Scouts operating anywhere commerce exists

    Scouts are not selling products or competing for gigs. They are performing foundational verification work that compounds in value as the Human Index grows.

    A Clear Statement of Intent

    “The hardest part of building the future isn’t artificial intelligence — it’s ground truth,” said Joseph Nwudu, Founder of GeoSpur. “Before AI, automation, or robotics can operate safely in the physical world, we need an accurate map of who can do what, and where they are. The current web cannot provide that; it is too polluted with ads and outdated data. We are building the Human Index manually, with real people, so that the businesses that actually do the work — even if all they have is a phone — are finally visible to the world.”

    Why This Matters Now

    As AI systems, digital assistants, and automation expand into real-world tasks, the limiting factor is no longer software capability — it is data integrity.

    The Human Index is not an alternative to automation; it is its prerequisite.

    As AI assistants, service robots, and autonomous systems begin to operate in physical environments, they will require a trusted reference layer that defines capability, location, and execution history. GeoSpur’s approach ensures that automation is grounded in verified human reality first — allowing machines to augment, learn from, and eventually operate alongside humans without disconnecting from the real economy.

    By grounding future systems in verified human capability, GeoSpur is ensuring that service, labor, and expertise remain discoverable, reachable, and actionable — even for businesses that have never existed online.

    About GeoSpur

    GeoSpur is the routing infrastructure for the real-world economy. The GeoSpur platform connects human intent to verified human capability, forming the execution layer that future AI and robotic systems can safely rely on. By replacing search and rankings with direct execution, GeoSpur is preparing global markets for a future where humans, AI, and robotics operate on shared, trusted data.

    GeoSpur is currently raising its seed round and has opened participation to the general public via its Wefunder campaign.

    Supreina Mason
    GeoSpur (Nwudu, Inc)
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  • Concept2 Celebrates 50 Years of Performance, Innovation, and Community

    Concept2 Celebrates 50 Years of Performance, Innovation, and Community

    Performance starts here. Since 1976.

    MORRISVILLE, VT, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Concept2®, the global leader in rowing oars and fitness equipment, celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2026, marking five decades of innovation, durability, and community-driven performance.

    Founded in 1976 in a dairy barn in northern Vermont by Dick Dreissigacker, Peter Dreissigacker, Bari Dreissigacker, and later Judy Geer, Concept2 began by revolutionizing competitive rowing with the world’s first carbon-fiber oars. That same spirit of innovation led to the creation of the Concept2 RowErg®, now the gold standard in indoor rowing, and the expansion of the product line to include the SkiErg®, BikeErg®, and most recently, the StrengthErg®, introduced in 2025.

    Trusted by elite athletes, training facilities, fitness competitions, military units, first responders and everyday users worldwide, Concept2 equipment can be found in gyms, rowing clubs, CrossFit boxes, HYROX events, and homes across the globe.

    “At its core, Concept2 has always been about community,” says Co-Founder Judy Geer. “The people who use our products and believe in what we do are the reason we’re here 50 years later.”

    Throughout its history, Concept2 has remained grounded in its values, designing performance-driven, accessible equipment built to last, backed by industry-leading customer service. As part of its 50th anniversary, the company is reaffirming its mission to serve its global community through continued innovation and long-term stewardship supported by the Concept2 Perpetual Purpose Trust established in 2025.

    The 50th anniversary campaign will roll out throughout 2026 across digital, social, email, events, and paid media, featuring community storytelling, historical highlights, a 50th anniversary challenge and limited-edition anniversary apparel.

    About Concept2
    Founded in 1976 and headquartered in Morrisville, Vermont, Concept2 designs and manufactures performance driven rowing oars and indoor training equipment for rowing, skiing, cycling, and strength. Trusted by elite athletes, fitness professionals and everyday users around the world, Concept2 is known for its uncompromising durability, precision engineering and exceptional customer support. With a deeply engaged global community and a commitment to long term stewardship through its Perpetual Purpose Trust, Concept2 builds products and relationships designed to last. Learn more at concept2.com or follow @concept2inc on Facebook and Instagram.

    CONCEPT2 – Sheila Wailonis
    Concept2
    +1 800-245-5676
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