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News: PNC Bank Expands Use of Automation from Dark Matter Technologies to Advance Mortgage and Home Equity Innovation | CitizenWire

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter®), an innovative leader in mortgage technology, today announced that PNC Bank, part of the PNC Financial Services Group, Inc., will extend its use of Dark Matter’s cutting-edge mortgage solutions under a new contract to enhance PNC’s mortgage and home equity lending operations.

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News: CCHR Says Conflicted Psychiatrists Created a Youth Drugging Crisis | CitizenWire

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — The Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR), a mental health industry watchdog, today warned that the surge in antidepressant prescriptions for adolescent girls represents a public health crisis fueled by financial conflicts of interest between psychiatry and the pharmaceutical industry. Between 2020 and 2022, Pediatrics reported a 130% increase […]

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News: JOPDF Launches as a Game-Changing, Completely Free PDF Editor with No Registration, Ads, or Hidden Costs | CitizenWire

CHENGDU, China /CitizenWire/ — JOPDF is thrilled to announce the official launch of its revolutionary PDF editor, designed to transform how users interact with PDF documents. In an era where digital documentation is integral to work, education, and personal life, JOPDF delivers a 100% free, feature-rich, and user-friendly solution that eliminates barriers to PDF editing […]

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News: What AI ‘Near Me’ Gets Wrong in Atlanta – And How Not to Overpay | CitizenWire

ATLANTA, Ga. /CitizenWire/ — Elite Web Professionals today announced a free 60‑second checklist designed to help Atlanta residents verify AI‑generated “near me” service recommendations and avoid hidden fees. As AI‑powered search now surfaces plumbers, HVAC technicians and locksmiths before consumers even click a website, the company warns that these algorithms often suggest providers across town or […]

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News: LumeFlow AI Launches New Features to Enhance AI Video Creation – Sora 2 Accessible! | CitizenWire

NEW YORK and HONG KONG /CitizenWire/ — LumeFlow AI has officially released Version 1.1.0 on October 15, 2025, along with new model integration and new video-generating features, the latest update brings Sora 2 model integration and aims to make professional video creation more approachable, imaginative, and enjoyable for users.

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News: FirstClose and Lateral Investment Management announce additional equity funding to support continued growth | CitizenWire

AUSTIN, Texas /CitizenWire/ — FirstClose™, Inc., a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, today announced the completion of an additional round of equity funding, which was led by existing investor Lateral Investment Management, based in San Mateo, California.

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News: FICO Joins CapitalW Collective as Corporate Development Partner, Reinforcing Commitment to Industry Education and Innovation | CitizenWire

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — CapitalW Collective, a trailblazing non-profit dedicated to advancing women and their allies in mortgage capital markets, proudly announces FICO® (NYSE:FICO), as a Corporate Development Partner – CapitalW Collective’s highest support tier. The partnership reinforces a shared mission to educate, elevate, and empower current and future leaders within mortgage.

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News: From Loss Comes Legacy: How a One-Eyed Retriever Inspired the Launch of Winged Retriever – A Tribute to Grit, Loyalty, and the Unbreakable Bond Between Hunter and Dog | CitizenWire

HAMILTON, Ohio /CitizenWire/ — For outdoorsman Bret Abner, the story that became Winged Retriever began with his Labrador, Ivy – a dog whose courage outpaced every setback, even after losing an eye to a life-threatening infection. Her determination and instinct inspired Winged Retriever, a new American brand of premium, hand-built collars for retrieving and hunting […]

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News: Luvme Hair Highlights Protective and Stylish Wig Options for Fall | CitizenWire

NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — Luvme Hair, a trusted leader in premium human hair lace wigs and extensions, has introduced a stunning new collection of long hair wigs for women, designed to enhance both style and confidence. This fall season, the collection combines the elegance of human hair extensions with effortless versatility, offering protective options […]

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News: Optimal Blue continues to debut new innovations across complete capital markets platform ahead of MBA Annual Convention and Expo | CitizenWire

PLANO, Texas /CitizenWire/ — Optimal Blue today announced the launch of a new data solution to deliver increased market transparency, as well as three major platform enhancements focused on pricing accuracy, trade execution and counterparty management. Released ahead of the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Annual Convention and Expo, and as the company prepares for its […]

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News: California Safe Schools Marks 27 Years of Transformative Environmental Advocacy | CitizenWire

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Since its founding in 1998, California Safe Schools (CSS) has been at the forefront of protecting children, educators, and communities from toxic exposures. Through tireless advocacy, innovative policies, and community engagement, CSS has led groundbreaking efforts to promote safer school environments, advance environmental justice, and ensure transparency in environmental health.

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News: NY Mental Health Center Launches Inaugural Postdoctoral Fellowship in Clinical Psychology | CitizenWire

SYOSSET, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — NY Mental Health Center (NYMHC), a leading telehealth practice providing integrated therapy and psychiatry across New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, is proud to announce the launch of its inaugural Postdoctoral Fellowship in Clinical Psychology. The program will be directed by Dr. Maggie Stoutenburg, Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist and Director of Postdoctoral […]

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News: New Jersey’s Save LBI Calls for Accountability on Offshore Wind Decommissioning, Urges U.S. Dept. of Interior to Reverse Previously Approved Deferrals | CitizenWire

LONG BEACH ISLAND, N.J. /CitizenWire/ — Save Long Beach Island, Inc. (Save LBI), a grass-roots organization dedicated to sound energy policies and preserving our shore and ocean environment, today urged the U.S. Department of Interior (DOI) to end the egregious practice of letting operators of offshore wind farms postpone providing financial assurance earmarked for the […]

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News: iEmergent puts HMDA benchmarking, market analysis and broker insights at lenders’ fingertips with newest set of market intelligence dashboards | CitizenWire

DES MOINES, Iowa /CitizenWire/ — iEmergent, a forecasting and advisory services firm for the financial services, mortgage and real estate industries, today announced three new market intelligence dashboards that give mortgage lenders immediate, data-driven visibility into competitive benchmarking, market trends and broker performance.

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News: LenderLogix Q3 2025 Homebuyer Intelligence Report Reveals Subtle Shifts in Pre-Approval Volume and Post-App Behavior | CitizenWire

BUFFALO, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — LenderLogix, a leading provider of mortgage point-of-sale and automation software for banks, credit unions, independent mortgage banks, and brokers, today announced the release of the Homebuyer Intelligence Report, a quarterly summary of insights into borrower behavior during the home-buying process based on data collected by the LenderLogix suite of tools. The […]

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News: Survey of World’s Archives Yields First Ever Master Directory, Boosting Access to History and Scientific Data | CitizenWire

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Newsjunkie, the journalism site known for “Who’s Behind the News” articles, announced today the release of Guide to Public Archives, the news industry’s first comprehensive directory of historical, cultural, and scientific archives maintained for public access. The Guide is designed to serve researchers seeking information from the astonishing array of […]

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News: Neurology, Psychiatry and Balance Therapy Center (NPBTC) Launches New Website to Better Support Patients | CitizenWire

BLUE BELL, Pa. /CitizenWire/ — The team at Neurology, Psychiatry, and Balance Therapy Center (NPBTC) aims to treat the whole person, including the part that needs information or scheduling functionality online. With that in mind, the practice has retooled its website.

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News: The Exit Is Just the Beginning: Mark Fujiwara Unveils Intimate Conversations with Entrepreneurs Who Found Purpose After Selling Their Companies | CitizenWire

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — In a timely response to the growing mental health crisis among successful entrepreneurs, wealth management veteran Mark Fujiwara has released “Beyond the Hustle: Finding Higher Purpose After the Exit” (ISBN: 978-1964377582 [ebook]; 978-1964377575 [paperback]; 978-1964377568 [hardcover] Legacy Launch Pad Publishing).

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News: Clever AI Humanizer Launches as Free AI Humanizer With No Online Ads or Paywalls | CitizenWire

NEW CASTLE, Del. /CitizenWire/ — CleverFiles launches Clever AI Humanizer, a free tool that can humanize AI text into natural, human-sounding writing. Clever AI Humanizer accurately detects and removes the language patterns AI detectors are trained to flag, and it does so without any ads or paywalls.

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News: Flottman Company Unveils Revamped Website, Showcasing a Century of Print Excellence | CitizenWire

CRESTVIEW HILLS, Ky. /CitizenWire/ — The Flottman Company is thrilled to announce the successful redesign and launch of our new company website, flottmanco.com, developed by our very own full-service marketing division, FusionWrx. This launch marks a significant milestone for Flottman Company, reinforcing our position as an industry leader and demonstrating our dedication to evolving with […]

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News: DocMagic awarded dual patents for groundbreaking electronic loan document innovations | CitizenWire

TORRANCE, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — DocMagic, Inc. announced today it has been granted two patents from the United States Patent and Trademark Office: Patent No. 12,175,785 for its system and method of “Determining Similar Loan Documents” and Patent No. 12,169,976 for its system and method of “Enabling Electronic Loan Documents.”

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News: Cloudvirga integrates Horizon POS with Stewart Valuation Intelligence to streamline appraisal ordering | CitizenWire

IRVINE, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Cloudvirga, a Stewart-owned provider of digital point-of-sale platforms for lenders, today announced the integration of its Horizon POS with Stewart Valuation Intelligence, LLC (SVI), a national provider of appraisal management and residential real estate valuation services.

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News: Legacy Dental Integrates Advanced AI Tools to Elevate Patient Care and Clinical Precision | CitizenWire

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /CitizenWire/ — Legacy Dental today announced the full integration of cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) technologies into its clinical and patient-communication workflows. By adopting a curated suite of AI tools, Legacy Dental is improving diagnostic accuracy, streamlining treatment planning, and enhancing the overall patient experience while maintaining the highest standards of clinical […]

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News: Cisdem Upgrades its Video Converter with AI Enhancer: Turn Blurry Video into 4K Quality | CitizenWire

NEW YORK, N.Y. and HONG KONG /CitizenWire/ — Cisdem has released a significant update to its popular Video Converter, introducing AI-powered video upscaling and intelligent noise reduction. The new version boosts video resolution to 4K/8K while making footage cleaner in the AI module. It also adds support for preserving source-quality audio in the conversion module […]

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News: Optimal Blue report: Rate rally drives 28% surge in September lock volumes | CitizenWire

PLANO, Texas /CitizenWire/ — Optimal Blue today released its September 2025 Market Advantage mortgage data report, which showed a sharp increase in rate-lock activity as mortgage rates fell throughout the month to their lowest levels in nearly a year. Total lock volume rose 28% month over month (MoM), led by a surge in refinance lending […]

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News: Argyle expands income verification with AIM Check integrated Doc VOI | CitizenWire

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — Argyle, the leading provider of direct-source income, employment and asset verifications, today announced the launch of Doc VOI, a new paystub and W-2 based income verification report integrated with Freddie Mac’s AIM Check API. Lenders are cutting costs and gaining fast, automated income verifications from uploaded paystubs and W-2s […]

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News: Floify launches Dynamic AI: embedded intelligence that elevates the mortgage POS experience | CitizenWire

BOULDER, Colo. /CitizenWire/ — Floify, the mortgage industry’s leading point-of-sale (POS) solution, today announced the launch of Dynamic AI, a new capability that reimagines the mortgage application process by moving document collection and AI-driven data extraction to the very beginning of the process.

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News: ALCOVA Mortgage partners with Down Payment Resource to expand access to homeownership | CitizenWire

ATLANTA, Ga. /CitizenWire/ — Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry’s leading technology for connecting homebuyers with homebuyer assistance programs, announced today that it has partnered with ALCOVA Mortgage to expand access to down payment assistance (DPA) programs for homebuyers. The collaboration will help ALCOVA’s loan officers match borrowers with available programs more easily, addressing […]

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News: Dark Matter Technologies enhances its Empower LOS with full-scale eClosing capabilities | CitizenWire

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter®), an innovative leader in mortgage technology, today announced the expansion of the Empower® loan origination system (LOS) to include comprehensive eClosing capabilities by integrating Wolters Kluwer’s eOriginal® ClosingCenter and eOriginal eAsset® Management Platform.

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News: ‘Healing a Soldier’s Heart’ Premieres Nationally on PBS.org and Public Television Stations on Veterans Day Weekend 2025 | CitizenWire

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Seventeen U.S. veterans die by suicide every day, a number largely unchanged for over a decade. Yet today, on the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, there is a hopeful approach for treating combat-related PTSD. Moral injury is in clear focus in the documentary “Healing a Soldier’s […]

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News: When the AI Bubble Bursts, Black Friday Lifestyle Remains: The Brand That Will Never Fade | CitizenWire

MIAMI, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — In an age of rapid technological disruption and speculation surrounding the future of artificial intelligence, Empire License, Inc. reaffirms the enduring strength and real-world value of its flagship property: the Black Friday Lifestyle. As AI companies rise and fall in a volatile market, the Black Friday Lifestyle package remains grounded in […]

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News: IAAPA and The Industry Group – Visit Booth 4634 for kiosks, touchless, signage and accessibility at IAAPA | CitizenWire

WESTMINSTER, Colo. /CitizenWire/ — The IAAPA Trade Show is the premier global gathering for the attractions industry, bringing together over 40,000 attendees and 1,100 exhibitors in Orlando to unveil cutting-edge products, breakthrough innovations, and unmatched opportunities for learning and networking. The Industry Group will present the latest in touchless solutions.

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News: Friday Harbor puts lenders in control with underwriting overlays in its AI Originator Assistant | CitizenWire

SEATTLE, Wash. /CitizenWire/ — Friday Harbor, an AI-powered platform that helps loan officers assemble complete and compliant loan files in real time, today announced that its AI Originator Assistant can now evaluate loan files against not only baseline program guidelines, but also the lender and investor overlays that ultimately shape salability and risk. By embedding […]

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News: CCHR: VA’s Failed Psychiatric System Driving Suicide and Public Violence | CitizenWire

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — The Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR) has warned that billions of taxpayer dollars poured into Veterans Affairs (VA) psychiatric programs are driving tragedy instead of delivering help. Rather than restoring dignity to those who served, veterans are being drugged, disabled, and too often lost to suicide or violence.

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News: NotaryCam’s eClose 360 platform supports MISMO’s SMART Doc v3 standard for electronic HELOCs | CitizenWire

HOUSTON, Texas /CitizenWire/ — NotaryCam®, a Stewart-owned company and a pioneering provider of remote online notarization (RON) and identity verification / authentication technology for real estate and legal transactions, today announced that its eClose360® platform is fully compatible with the Mortgage Industry Standards Maintenance Organization’s (MISMO) newly published SMART Doc® V3 standard for electronic home […]

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News: From Rock Bottom to Resilience: Robbie Robinson Rebuilds His Life and Business to Create a World of Abundance and Love | CitizenWire

SIOUX CITY, Iowa /CitizenWire/ — Robbie Robinson, DNP, founder of Prosper Health & Aesthetics in Sioux City, Iowa, Prosper Wellspa in Grand Prarie, TX, ProsperLife Supplements and Wellspa Consulting, has built his life and companies around a single mission: to create a world of abundance full of love by serving the person he once was.

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News: On Ageism Awareness Day, 3rd3rd Marketing Urges Organizations to Rethink How They See Age | CitizenWire

SEATTLE, Wash. /CitizenWire/ — On Ageism Awareness Day, 3rd3rd Marketing, known as the “Un-Senior Living Agency,” is calling attention to one of the most overlooked forms of bias in modern culture: ageism. Too often, people are defined not by who they are or what they value, but by their age. This leads to limiting stereotypes, […]

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