QUINCY, Mass., Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Granite Telecommunications confirmed today that a former employee, George Meegan, has been indicted on criminal charges including larceny, filing a false tax return and money laundering. The charges arise from a Granite internal investigation which revealed that Meegan had used his company credit card to purchase gift cards which he falsely claimed he was donating to local charities as part of the company's charitable programs.

Granite has donated over $400 million to charitable causes since 2002 and has consistently been recognized as one of the most philanthropic companies in Massachusetts. Granite's investigation revealed that Meegan abused a position of trust with respect to Granite's charitable activities to carry out this criminal activity. Through its investigation, Granite learned that Meegan represented to Granite that he had given the gift cards to charitable causes. In fact, Meegan kept the gift cards — worth over $225,000 — for his personal use.

Granite immediately alerted authorities after it discovered Meegan's scheme, and the company has cooperated fully with law enforcement investigators throughout their investigation.

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AX6 Cobot and Live Demonstrations Highlight Epson's Expanding Automation Portfolio

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif., Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Epson Robots, the #1 SCARA robot manufacturer in the world, will showcase its expanding automation portfolio, including its first collaborative robot, the AX6, at The ASSEMBLY Show 2026, taking place in Rosemont, Illinois from Oct. 27-29, 2026, in booth #331.

"Every automation application has different safety requirements, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach," said Scott Marsic, group product manager, Epson Robots. "With the AX6 and SafeSenseTM technology, Epson is giving manufacturers more options to select the right solution for their requirements. At The ASSEMBLY Show, we look forward to demonstrating how these offerings complement our broader robotics portfolio and help manufacturers address a wide range of automation needs."

With Epson's latest automation technologies, attendees can experience live demonstrations showcasing integrated robotics, vision, and feeding solutions. The live applications will highlight practical, cost-effective solutions for real-world production environments. An educational speaking session will also focus on selecting the right automation approach for each application. Epson highlights at The ASSEMBLY Show 2026 will include:

- Speaking Engagement

- "Automation Isn't the Answer. Choosing the Right Automation Is." – Marsic will outline a practical framework for choosing the right automation strategy, from evaluating opportunities and avoiding application creep to balancing critical design considerations such as safety, robot geometry, workcell design and flexibility. The session will focus on solving the right business problem to create automation systems that are easier to implement, scale and maintain while delivering stronger productivity, reliability and long-term ROI. The session will take place Wednesday, October 28 from 2 – 2:30 p.m. at the Learning Theater.

- AX6 Collaborative 6-Axis Robot – See Epson's first collaborative robot in action, featuring a lightweight, compact footprint and intuitive no-code software designed to simplify programming and deployment. Power- and force-limiting capabilities and flexible end-of-arm options support collaborative applications where space, ease of use and fast redeployment are priorities.

- SafeSense Interactive Demo – Experience a hands-on demonstration of Epson's SafeSense technology, which uses sensors to detect when a person enters the robot's workspace, supporting safe human-robot interaction while maintaining high-performance automation.

- IntelliFlexTM Feeding System – See live demonstrations featuring Epson's latest SCARA and 6-Axis robots integrated with IntelliFlex Feeding Systems for automated part handling and assembly applications.

- Epson RC+® Development Software – Explore Epson's PC-based environment with intuitive GUI Builder for custom interfaces along with integrated vision and IntelliFlex capabilities. Developed and supported by Epson, the software is designed to simplify automation development and deployment.

The ASSEMBLY Show 2026 will take place on Oct. 27 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. CDT, Oct. 28 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. CDT and Oct. 29 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. CDT at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois. To learn more about Epson robot solutions at the show, stop by booth #331 or visit www.epsonrobots.com to contact a robot expert.

About Epson Robots

Epson Robots is a global leader in PC-controlled precision factory automation, with well over 250,000 units sold worldwide1 and a product line of hundreds of models of easy-to-use SCARA and 6-Axis robots based on a common PC-based platform. Building on four decades of experience, Epson Robots delivers robots for precision assembly and material handling applications in the aerospace, appliance, automotive, biotechnology, consumer product, electronics, food processing, medical device, pharmaceutical, plastics, semiconductor, and telecommunication industries. For more information, visit www.epsonrobots.com.

About Epson

Epson is a technology innovation and engineering company whose philosophy of efficient, compact and precise innovation enriches lives and helps create a better world. The company uses technology and engineering ability to implement real-world solutions in precision innovation, industrial and robotics, office and home printing, and visual and lifestyle.

Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the worldwide Epson Group generates annual sales of more than JPY 1.4 trillion. corporate.epson/en/

Epson America, Inc., based in Los Alamitos, Calif., is Epson's regional headquarters for the U.S., Canada and Latin America. To learn more about Epson, please visit: epson.com. You may also connect with Epson America on Facebook (facebook.com/Epson), X (x.com/EpsonAmerica), YouTube (youtube.com/epsonamerica) and Instagram (instagram.com/EpsonAmerica).

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Built on the largest risk-adjusted patient outcomes database in rehab therapy, Limber's Recovery Forecast replaces traditional single point-in-time forecasts or MCID comparisons with a 90-day outlook

PITTSBURGH, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Limber Health, a Net Health company, today announced Recovery Forecast, the first-ever predicted outcomes trajectory solution for rehab therapy. Built into the Limber outcomes platform, Recovery Forecast maps each patient's expected path throughout care by comparing them with millions of completed assessments and applying robust risk adjustment. Available to clients this fall, this new clinical capability covers the primary MSK regions of injury.

"Current solutions show a point-in-time measurement, but rarely provide context or insight into the score," said Nirav Modi, president of Limber Health. "Recovery Forecast shows clinicians how a patient is progressing through their plan of care, so they can assess, adjust, and guide them toward the best possible improvement."

Because Limber Outcomes follows patients from evaluation through the full episode of care, the expected path stays visible between visits. At intake, the feature predicts each patient's path; then at each reassessment, clinicians compare the actual score with the prediction for real-time context. This gives clinicians an opportunity to adjust the course of care.

"Being able to predict a patient's outcome trajectory is a game changer," said Brian Kelly, Vice President of Innovation & Clinical Excellence at Ivy Health. "It transforms outcomes data into real-time clinical intelligence that enhances patient engagement, empowers proactive clinical decision-making, and ensures every patient is positioned for an optimal recovery."

A newly developed progression indicator, the Predicted Moderate Clinical Improvement (P-MCI), marks where a patient is expected to reach clinically meaningful improvement. P-MCI is already part of commercial payer quality programs. It underpins five functional improvement measures in the CMS proposed rule for the 2027 Physician Fee Schedule, with Limber Health and Patient360 as measure stewards. For more information about Limber Recovery Forecast, click here.

About Limber Health

Limber Health, a Net Health company, extends in-person musculoskeletal (MSK) care into the home with Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM), Home Exercise Programs (HEP), and Limber Outcomes, which helps practices measure patient progress and predict recovery using the largest risk-adjusted patient outcomes database in rehab therapy. Limber's solutions are developed by physical therapists and physicians. Learn more at www.limberhealth.com.

About Net Health

For over 30 years, Net Health has gathered specialty knowledge shaped by human expertise and informed by patient outcomes. Today, this depth of knowledge is the foundation for an AI-native specialty platform that delivers intelligence to clinicians across the care continuum, enabling them to be present with patients during the moments that matter. Net Health is a trusted source of specialty solutions for more than 34,000 healthcare organizations, and is a portfolio company of The Carlyle Group, Level Equity, and Silversmith Capital Partners.

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In the news release, Input 1 Selected by The Agency Collective to Support its New AC Premium Finance Program, issued 21-Oct-2026 by Input 1, LLC over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that changes have been made. The complete, corrected release follows, with additional details at the end:

Input 1 Selected by The Agency Collective to Support its New AC Premium Finance Program

New branded program gives The Agency Collective members access to premium finance technology, servicing and operational support.

WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Agency Collective ("The AC") has selected Input 1 to support its premium finance technology and servicing infrastructure for a new branded program for The AC's network of more than 4,300 independent agencies.

AC Premium Finance gives participating members access to a highly advanced and competitive premium finance program. The program expands the resources available to agencies while preserving the flexibility and independence central to The AC's member model.

Previously, AC member agencies managed premium finance through individual provider relationships. The new program gives members access to a shared option across the network, creating a unified customer experience for policyholders who choose to finance their premiums.

"The AC wanted to give its members a premium finance option built specifically for its network while maintaining the unique experience developed by The AC. We were able to deliver this through our unique private-label model," said Jim Nowak, Regional Vice President of Input 1.

"We were looking for a partner that understood the needs of independent agencies and could support the kind of program we wanted to bring to our members," said Randy Crane, Chief Operations Officer, The AC. "Input 1 gave us the flexibility, experience, and support to build AC Premium Finance around the way our network does business."

About The AC

The AC provides independent insurance agencies with access to carrier relationships, resources, business solutions and opportunities designed to help them grow while maintaining their independence. Today, more than 4,300 agencies across 48 states utilize The AC.

About Input 1

Input 1 provides insurance-focused billing infrastructure, managed billing services, digital payments, and premium finance capabilities through its technology and services platform. Trusted by more than 2 million users and supporting more than $16 billion in annual insurance premiums, Input 1 helps insurance organizations manage premium billing, collection, reconciliation, payments, and premium finance across North America. For more information, visit www.input1.com.

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The agentic platform helps nontechnical teams save time, eliminate redundant work and deploy specialized AI agents across more than 1,000 existing applications

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Asuri today announced the launch of its multi-agent enterprise AI platform, designed to help businesses move beyond copilots and deploy persistent AI workflows across complete business processes.

As AI models become more capable, the challenge for businesses is shifting from generating answers to safely giving AI the context, system access and autonomy required to perform real work.

Asuri brings those pieces into one platform.

Nontechnical teams can define a business process, connect the applications involved, assign specialized agents to different responsibilities, and control what each agent can access, recommend or execute. By coordinating work that would otherwise require employees to repeatedly move between systems, gather information and perform routine follow-ups, Asuri helps organizations save time and remove redundant manual work.

"The model itself is becoming less of the bottleneck," said Artem Bespaloff, CEO and co-founder of Asuri. "The harder problem is coordinating agents across real business systems while giving each one the right context, permissions and level of autonomy."

Unlike traditional AI assistants that primarily respond to prompts, Asuri is designed around persistent multi-agent workflows.

Asuri combines multi-agent orchestration, workflow logic, persistent context and agent-level permission controls in a single environment, with more than 1,000 integrations connecting agents to the software businesses already use.

This allows companies to automate processes across existing systems instead of replacing their technology stack, reducing repetitive administrative work and freeing employees to focus on higher-value decisions and relationships.

As part of its launch, Asuri is introducing prebuilt customer intelligence workflows that consolidate information from multiple business systems, analyze client activity against company-defined rules, and automatically alert employees to significant developments. By eliminating the need to manually track client activity across different platforms, these workflows reduce the workload on sales and research teams, helping them stay informed, identify opportunities, and focus on higher-value activities.

The same architecture can support workflows across sales, operations, finance, customer success, research and internal compliance.

Businesses can learn more and request access at Asuri.ai.

About Asuri

Asuri is a multi-agent enterprise AI platform, built by Sprouter Technologies, for persistent, governed business workflows. With more than 1,000 integrations, Asuri helps organizations connect specialized AI agents across their existing applications, reduce repetitive work, save employee time and automate processes while maintaining individual permissions, autonomy boundaries and human oversight.

For more information you can contact [email protected]

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NEW YORK, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A new clinical trial funded by Breakthrough T1D recently launched and is testing islet cell transplantation paired with Eledon Pharmaceuticals' investigational immunosuppression therapy tegoprubart in people living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) and chronic kidney disease (CKD). The first participant in the trial received an islet cell transplant, marking the first time individuals with T1D and CKD have been included in islet transplant trials.

Nearly one in three people living with T1D develop CKD, which increases the risk of kidney failure and other T1D complications. Treatment options for these individuals have remained limited, and until now, potential kidney toxicity related to standard immunosuppressant regimens used in transplants has kept people with T1D and reduced kidney function out of islet cell transplant studies. Eledon's tegoprubart has been shown in earlier studies to have fewer and milder side effects than other immunosuppressant regimens.

"Advancing promising islet cell research that is a next step toward durable and scalable cures for type 1 diabetes is a key priority for Breakthrough T1D," said Esther Latres, Ph.D., Breakthrough T1D senior vice president, Research. "We're proud to support this trial that expands cell therapy research and access to people living with T1D and chronic kidney disease for the first time."

"This first transplant represents a milestone towards expanding islet cell therapy to a broader population of people living with type 1 diabetes, including those with kidney disease who have historically been excluded from these studies," said Piotr Witkowski, M.D., Ph.D., director of the Pancreatic and Islet Transplant Program at the University of Chicago and principal investigator of the trial. "By replacing tacrolimus with tegoprubart, we hope to protect both the transplanted islets and our patients' kidney function, and show that more people with T1D can safely benefit from this therapy."

The multi-center trial is currently enrolling 10 participants at the University of Chicago and the University of Miami. Eligible participants must be 18-70 years old, diagnosed with T1D for more than five years with onset before age 40, living with CKD at stage 1, 2, or 3a, and have impaired awareness of hypoglycemia.

This new trial builds on the current Breakthrough T1D-funded study testing tegoprubart with deceased-donor islets transplants in people with severe hypoglycemic events or hypoglycemia unawareness. All 12 participants enrolled in the current trial to-date are off external insulin, and three more people are currently enrolled.

Breakthrough T1D awarded $8.5 million to the University of Chicago to fund the trial. Eledon is a T1D Fund portfolio company.

About Breakthrough T1D, Formerly JDRF

As the leading global type 1 diabetes research and advocacy organization, Breakthrough T1D helps make everyday life with type 1 diabetes better while driving toward cures. We do this by investing in the most promising research, advocating for progress by working with government to address issues that impact the T1D community, and helping educate and empower individuals facing this condition.

About Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) 

T1D is an autoimmune condition that causes the pancreas to make very little insulin or none at all. This leads to dependence on insulin therapy and the risk of short and long-term complications, which can include highs and lows in blood sugar; damage to the kidneys, eyes, nerves, and heart; and even death. Globally, it impacts 9.5 million people. Many believe T1D is only diagnosed in childhood and adolescence, but diagnosis in adulthood is common and accounts for nearly 50% of all T1D diagnoses. The onset of T1D has nothing to do with diet or lifestyle. While its causes are not yet entirely understood, scientists believe that both genetic factors and environmental triggers are involved. There is currently no cure for T1D.

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Complaint alleges Qfin Holdings, Inc. misled investors between March 18, 2026 and August 25, 2026; investors may seek lead plaintiff role by November 30, 2026

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP ("Glancy") announced today that the class action lawsuit covers investors who bought Qfin Holdings, Inc. ("Qfin" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: QFIN) securities between March 18, 2026 and August 25, 2026. The Qfin Holdings, Inc. case, Kassam v. Qfin Holdings, Inc. et al., was filed on September 28, 2026 in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York (Case No. 26-cv-06024).

Investors who suffered losses on Qfin Holdings, Inc. investments can submit their Qfin Holdings, Inc. loss information here before the November 30, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.

Key dates in the Qfin Holdings, Inc. case

- Class period: March 18, 2026 to August 25, 2026

- Complaint filed: September 28, 2026

- Lead plaintiff deadline: November 30, 2026

What happened?

On August 25, 2026, Qfin announced its second quarter 2026 results, revealing that total net revenue fell 31.6% year over year, and net income dropped 76.8% year over year. The Company also announced a projected 67% to 73% year over year decrease in third quarter non-GAAP net income due to rising funding costs and systemic liquidity shocks in the Chinese consumer credit market. The Company stated, in part that results were due to "continued industry contraction, tighter regulatory oversight, and a sudden industry-wide liquidity shock in late June."

On this news, Qfin Holdings stock price fell $2.18 or 18.91% to close at $9.35 on August 26, 2026, thereby injuring investors.

What is the Qfin Holdings, Inc. lawsuit about?

The Qfin Holdings, Inc. securities lawsuit alleges that, between March 18, 2026 and August 25, 2026, defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements and failed to disclose material adverse facts about Qfin Holdings, Inc.'s business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, the complaint alleges defendants failed to disclose that: (1) Defendants have overstated the resiliency and stability of Qfin's business and financial results despite regulatory changes; (2) Defendants likewise downplayed the true scope and severity of the negative impact that regulatory headwinds were likely to have, and were already having, on the Company's business and financial results; and (3) as a result, defendants' positive statements about Qfin Holdings, Inc.'s business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.

"The complaint filed against Qfin Holdings, Inc. alleges that, among other things, the Company failed to disclose that Defendants have overstated the resiliency and stability of Qfin's business and financial results despite regulatory changes. For investors who bought during the class period, the November 30, 2026 deadline is the first major step in this case," said Charles H. Linehan, Partner at Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP.

What's the next step?

Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP is a leading national shareholder rights law firm, ready to assist Qfin Holdings, Inc. investors in potentially pursuing claims to recover their losses.

If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff in the Qfin Holdings, Inc. class action, you must move the Court no later than November 30, 2026. To learn more about your rights, visit the Qfin Holdings, Inc. case page, email [email protected], or call 310-201-9150 (toll-free: 888-773-9224).

You may retain counsel of your choice. If you bought Qfin Holdings, Inc. securities during the class period, you may take no action and remain an absent class member. No class has been certified yet in the Qfin Holdings, Inc. case.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible? Investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Qfin Holdings, Inc. securities between March 18, 2026 and August 25, 2026 and suffered losses may be members of the proposed class in the Qfin Holdings, Inc. shareholder lawsuit. Any class member may ask the court to appoint them lead plaintiff by November 30, 2026.

What is a lead plaintiff? In the Qfin Holdings, Inc. class action, the lead plaintiff is the investor, or group of investors, that the court appoints to represent all class members and oversee the case. Under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act, courts generally presume the movant with the largest financial interest is the most adequate lead plaintiff.

Do I have to be lead plaintiff to recover? No. A Qfin Holdings, Inc. investor's ability to share in any future recovery does not depend on serving as lead plaintiff. Qfin Holdings, Inc. investors may take no action and remain absent class members.

What is the deadline? Motions to serve as lead plaintiff in the Qfin Holdings, Inc. class action must be filed by November 30, 2026.

Does it cost anything to contact Glancy or participate in this action? Glancy represents Qfin Holdings, Inc. investors on a contingency fee basis, which means investors pay no attorneys' fees unless there is a recovery. Any fees are subject to court approval and are paid from the recovery.

Can I choose my own lawyer? Yes. Qfin Holdings, Inc. investors may retain counsel of their choice.

Why work with Glancy on the Qfin Holdings, Inc. lawsuit? Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP is a premier law firm with decades of experience representing investors and consumers in securities litigation and other complex class action litigation. Contact Glancy about the Qfin Holdings, Inc. lawsuit. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

About Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP

Glancy was named one of Law360's Securities Groups of the Year and ranked second in total investor recoveries by ISS Securities Class Action Services in 2025.

Glancy's successes have been widely covered by leading news and industry publications, including The Wall Street Journal, The Financial Times, Bloomberg Businessweek, Reuters, the Associated Press, Barron's, Investor's Business Daily, Forbes, and Money.

Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

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Paris Baguette Expanded Its Growing Footprint with the Opening of a New Café in Euless

Women-owned franchise location opened at 2920 Rio Grande Blvd in early October

EULESS, Texas, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Paris Baguette and franchise owners, Swapna Varala, Sunaina, Anusha and Deepthi proudly announced the opening of the newest bakery café at 2920 Rio Grande Blvd, Euless, TX 76039, on October 9, 2026. The new bakery café brought Paris Baguette's signature assortment of artisan pastries, cakes, breads and handcrafted beverages to Euless, a growing and diverse community in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth area. With more than 4,000 locations worldwide and 300+ bakery cafés operating across North America, the brand continues to expand its footprint, with multiple locations in development. The established and growing concept is rapidly strengthening its presence in key markets.

The women-owned franchise is led by four owners with diverse professional backgrounds and complementary experience. Varala has experience in the hospitality and services industry and owns restaurant businesses across North America, while Sunaina, Anusha and Deepthi are software engineers who bring their professional expertise and entrepreneurial spirit to the business. The group chose Paris Baguette for its distinctive bakery café concept that allows guests to access quality products at their leisure. Another appeal was the brand's potential to create meaningful connections within local communities.

"We're thrilled to bring the Paris Baguette experience to Euless and create a welcoming neighborhood café where families, friends and neighbors can connect," said Varala. "Our goal is to combine our passion for hospitality and entrepreneurship with the quality, freshness and service customers associate with Paris Baguette."

The Euless café opening is a milestone for the brand, and the 29th in the state of Texas. Paris Baguette plans to reach 1,000 locations across the U.S. and Canada by 2030 and is expanding through meaningful partnerships with local entrepreneurs who show a genuine interest in bringing people together over fresh-baked goods and artisan coffee beverages.

"We're on a mission to re-establish the neighborhood bakery café as the heart of the community across the U.S., and we're excited to see Swapna, Sunaina, Anusha and Deepthi bring this to life in their local trade area," said Darren Tipton, Chief Executive Officer of Paris Baguette. "In our cafes we like to say, 'Happy to see you. Happier to serve you.' And we know Swapna, Sunaina, Anusha and Deepthi will wholeheartedly embrace this approach in their neighborhood."

About Paris Baguette

With a projected 1,000 bakery cafés in North America by 2030, Paris Baguette is on a mission to reestablish the neighborhood bakery café as the heart of the community. Paris Baguette serves craveable baked and brewed treats and creates warm and welcoming experiences through a blend of gracious service, expert craftsmanship, and community connections. From decisions made behind a desk to smiles offered behind a counter, the desire to spread joy and make the world a happier place drives everything we do. Being a neighborhood bakery café means caring about those around us and finding ways to make a real impact. We do so through our "Love Baked In" programs that bring to life our commitment to serving local communities through various charitable programs and initiatives. Paris Baguette is a leader in the hospitality industry with its commitment to creating unique consumer experiences and a network of successful franchisee relationships. For information and to find the Paris Baguette location closest to you, please visit www.parisbaguette.com.

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BMI Imaging Brings Industry Insights Home from IIMDA Fall 2026 in Québec City

BMI's leadership compare notes with fellow providers on how great projects get done.

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- BMI Imaging Systems, Inc., a leader in secure digitization, attended the IIMDA Fall 2026 meeting, held October 5–7 in Québec City, Canada. The fall gathering brought IIMDA members together to share how they run their operations, serve their clients, and prepare for what's next in information management.

The IIMDA meeting isn't a typical trade show. It's built around member presentations, where providers walk each other through real processes, lessons learned, and what's working in their businesses. That peer-to-peer format makes it one of the most practical events of the year for companies in the digitization space.

BMI was represented by CEO Will Whitney and EVP Brad Gilbert.

"The best part of IIMDA is that people show you how they actually do the work," said Will. "Brad and I came home with a stack of notes, and we're already using them to take a hard look at our own process, from the first call with a client all the way through delivery."

"Hearing how other operations handle intake, quality control, and project communication gave us a lot of practical ideas," said Brad. "Some of them we can put in place right away."

BMI is now applying those takeaways in a review of its end-to-end project process. The focus is clearer communication and a smoother experience for clients at every stage of a project.

To learn more about IIMDA, visit https://iimda.org/.

About BMI Imaging Systems

Founded in 1958, BMI Imaging Systems helps organizations convert paper, microfilm, and microfiche into secure, searchable digital collections. BMI provides public, private, and CJIS-compliant hosting solutions, supported by in-house software, project management, and IT teams focused on quality, innovation, and security.

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Hip-Hop Pioneer Sophia Chang Launches New Podcast “The Baddest Bitch in the Room” on SiriusXM’s Women’s Empowerment Network

The podcast is available now with episodes released on Wednesdays

NEW YORK – October 20, 2026 – Music industry legend, author, and empowerment coach Sophia Chang launched her new podcast, The Baddest Bitch in the Room, today, October 21. It’s available now on the SiriusXM app and across all major platforms as part of SiriusXM’s Women’s Empowerment Network (WEN), an initiative that's executive produced by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and SiriusXM Urban View host Karen Hunter.

Widely known as the first Asian woman in hip-hop, Chang shattered barriers and upended expectations, managing legendary artists including Wu-Tang Clan members RZA, GZA and Ol’ Dirty Bastard, as well as D’Angelo, Raphael Saadiq, Q-Tip, and A Tribe Called Quest. Now, she’s grabbing the mic to bring her extraordinary life experiences, fearless voice, and unapologetic perspective to the world. She will use her podcast to offer listeners insights and strategies on confidence, relationships, careers, personal growth, and self-discovery.

Drawing on her decades in hip-hop, martial arts, and Buddhism, Chang will invite listeners to recognize their value and realize the fullest version of themselves to achieve success in their business, personal, and spiritual lives. The podcast will be guided by Chang’s philosophy that “confidence is queen, agency is apex, and pleasure is paramount.” She will be in conversation with experts in a spectrum of fields, including culture, media, sex, law, feminism, and social sciences.

“I’ve thought about doing a podcast for over a decade but didn’t encounter the right home until Karen Hunter presented me with this unique opportunity,” said Chang. “I am deeply excited to share my knowledge and wisdom, triumph and failure, and joy and grief on myriad topics. My mission is to empower, uplift, and inspire women to achieve self-actualization, self-respect, and self-love. I want the listeners to feel like they’re at one of my legendary raucous dinner parties with my dopeass crew or sitting quietly on my sofa drinking tea with me.”

"Sophia Chang is an icon and has always been on the cutting edge of culture,” said Hunter. "She also has a deep love for people and wants to share her knowledge and wisdom to make the world a little bit better — which is the hallmark of what a bad B is! We are excited that she is joining the Women’s Empowerment Network. Our mission is to burst through the noise and be that voice of truth that you can trust. Sophia is that and more.”

Beyond her groundbreaking music career, Chang founded Unlock Her Potential, a non-profit providing free mentorship for women of color and serves as Executive Director of ImpactMENtorship, a mentorship initiative for men of color founded by Joey Bada$$. Her bestsellng memoir, The Baddest Bitch in the Room, chronicled her extraordinary journey and she is currently writing a book about dating, sex, and pleasure for women.

Launched in December 2024, SiriusXM’s Women’s Empowerment Network is executive produced by Karen Hunter and features original programming focused on uplifting and empowering audiences through conversations about personal growth, careers, culture and more. Chang’s new podcast builds on the network’s mission of amplifying distinctive voices and inspiring listeners to live their fullest lives.

The first episode of The Baddest Bitch in the Room is available today, with new episodes released regularly on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. ET. The official trailer can be heard here. Subscribers can also tune in to SiriusXM Urban View (channel 126) every Sunday at 11 a.m. ET for a preview of featured WEN podcasts.

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About Sirius XM Holdings Inc.

SiriusXM is the leading audio entertainment company in North America, with a portfolio of audio businesses including its flagship subscription entertainment service SiriusXM; the ad-supported and premium music streaming services of Pandora; an expansive podcast network; and a complete ecosystem of advertising solutions through SiriusXM Media and AdsWizz. SiriusXM offers live, on-demand, and human-curated programming across music, talk, news, sports, and podcasts, and the company reaches approximately 255 million monthly listeners across its platforms. With deep automotive manufacturer relationships and unique spectrum assets, SiriusXM is built to reach listeners wherever they are. The company connects fans to the voices, creators, and moments they love - creating communities where listeners engage, participate, and belong. For more about SiriusXM, please go to: https://www.siriusxm.com/

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Released October 20, 2026