With access to IntegrityCONNECT, Ask Integrity and other transformative partner resources, Insurance Pro agents can help more Americans optimize financial protection and planning

DALLAS, Oct. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Integrity, LLC ("Integrity"), a leading distributor of life and health insurance, and provider of wealth management and retirement planning solutions, today announced it has partnered with Insurance Pro, an independent marketing organization based in Kissimmee, Florida, and led by Juan Carlos "JC" Doitteau and Adlyn Milena Lugo. Financial details of the partnership were not disclosed.

"JC and Adlyn have grounded their business in putting people first and never compromising on service," said Bryan W. Adams, Co-Founder and CEO of Integrity. "Their high standards and client-first approach are exactly what Integrity was built to support. We're honored to provide Insurance Pro with our AI-powered IntegrityCONNECT technology platform, thriving national partner network and extensive product resources to help amplify its mission and accelerate long-term growth. By leveraging our offerings, JC and Adlyn can focus on what they do best: ensuring that agents are fully equipped to best serve clients. The Insurance Pro team has set lofty growth and service goals that we're thrilled to help them achieve as they begin this incredibly promising new chapter. I couldn't be more excited to welcome them to the Integrity family!"

For more than a decade, Insurance Pro has been building lasting relationships by treating clients as part of its extended family and investing in a highly principled approach to agent and client relationships. Primarily serving a Hispanic client base, the firm's strong, service-driven culture has helped boost its expansion into a fully bilingual, multi-state operation while remaining rooted in core values of diligence, integrity and empathy. With that foundation in place, Insurance Pro regularly assists clients with Medicare and ACA coverage, as well as their life insurance needs. In addition, for the past 13 years Doitteau and Lugo have co-hosted a Spanish-language radio show called "Salud y Vida," where they connect with Spanish-speaking medical experts to help more than 800,000 annual listeners live healthier.

"Technology and innovation are critical keys to success in today's market, and from the outset, our agents have wholeheartedly embraced IntegrityCONNECT," said JC Doitteau, Founder and President of Insurance Pro. "When we introduced the Integrity platform and all it offers, our agents celebrated, recognizing that this investment in their growth would clear the way for them to strengthen their focus on client care. The platform has completely transformed our workflow by bringing all our contracts, carriers and clients into a single, centralized platform. Integrity's world-class leads system and integrated CRM have elevated our agents' client interactions to serve on a level they couldn't previously achieve. Having a clear line of sight across our entire business has given us the visibility to plan our next chapter with more confidence than ever before. This is what partnership should feel like — and we know we're right where we belong."

"Our alignment with Integrity is very real when we consider our core values and what matters most to us. Just like Integrity, Insurance Pro was created to help agents build trusted relationships so they can offer meaningful guidance to clients making important life and health decisions," explained Adlyn Milena Lugo, Vice President of Insurance Pro. "At its core, Insurance Pro's culture is about helping people feel connected and cared for long after enrollment. Integrity's AI-powered solutioning helps us deliver on that promise by giving us full oversight of all aspects of our business. Integrity unifies our contracting, expands our carrier access, advances our technology and gives our agents access to resources that help them better serve their clients. Most importantly, Integrity doesn't want to change what has made us successful — their focus is on strengthening the leaders, relationships and opportunities we were already building. This partnership feels like it was always meant to happen and we're ready to help the agency reach its full potential."

Integrity partners have access to proprietary resources and support, such as illuminating data and analytics, ongoing innovation and perceptive leadership guidance. Agents gain an unobstructed overview of their business that encompasses all carriers, clients and plans through IntegrityCONNECT®, an all-in-one technology platform and business growth engine. IntegrityCONNECT includes a best-in-class leads system segmented by demographic, as well as a state-of-the-art CRM. These capabilities are seamlessly integrated with Ask Integrity® — the industry's leading AI-powered and voice-activated digital assistant. Ask Integrity uses in-the-moment prompts, coverage recommendations and policy lifecycle reminders to help agents and advisors deepen client relationships and strengthen engagement.

Acting with integrity is a way of life for Insurance Pro's leaders and agents, who will join respected peers across Integrity's partner network. This visionary group of experienced trailblazers and thought leaders work to advance a broad-based vision of holistic life, health and wealth planning. Their combined efforts are creating unprecedented advisor and agent service and growth opportunities, while optimizing insurance and financial planning processes. The collective experience of these partners, drawn from leading insurance and financial services companies, results in a simpler, more streamlined and ultimately more human experience for all stakeholders.

For more information about Insurance Pro's decision to partner with Integrity, view a video at www.integrity.com/InsurancePro.

About Integrity

Integrity, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is a leading distributor of life and health insurance, and provider of innovative solutions for wealth management and retirement planning. Through its broad partner network of agents and advisors, Integrity helps millions of Americans protect their life, health and wealth with a commitment to meet them wherever they are — in person, over the phone and online. Integrity's proprietary, cutting-edge technology helps expand the insurance and financial planning experience for all stakeholders using an omnichannel approach. In addition, Integrity develops products with carrier partners and markets them compliantly through its nationwide distribution network. Providing best-in-class service to their clients and consumers is at the center of Integrity's holistic approach to life, health and wealth protection. The company and its partners focus on helping families and individuals prepare for the good days ahead, so they can make the most of what life brings. The recipient of nationally ranked business awards, including Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces, Inc.'s Power Partner, and Business Intelligence Group's AI Excellence Award, Integrity has also earned impressive employee sentiment awards such as Best Company for Career Growth, Best Company Leadership, Best Company Culture, and Best Company Happiness. For more information, visit www.integrity.com.

About Insurance Pro

Insurance Pro is a service-driven, bilingual health and life insurance brokerage based in Central Florida. The firm specializes in Medicare, ACA Marketplace coverage, life insurance, annuities and long-term financial protection solutions for seniors, families and individuals. Founded in 2014, Insurance Pro is a trusted advisor brand that has grown into one of the region's most respected insurance brokerages. With its large network of affiliated agents, the agency combines advanced technology, strategic partnerships, bilingual outreach, physician collaborations and community-centered education to create a modern client experience rooted in integrity and impact. Insurance Pro continues to grow with a clear vision: to provide trusted guidance through every stage of life, while building an agency where agents feel supported, valued and proud to belong. Insurance Pro is especially known for its strong, faith-inspired, family-oriented culture, Hispanic market leadership, senior health education initiatives and the reach of its widely recognized Spanish radio program "Salud y Vida."

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Fitness 19 Releases "How to Use Visualization to Help Improve Your Performance"

TEMECULA, Calif., Oct. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Fitness 19 has announced the release of its latest resource, "How to Use Visualization to Help Improve Your Performance." This guide offers an in-depth look at using visualization to improve athletic performance by focusing on the science behind visualization and tips and tricks for mastering visualization.

Visualization is the process of imagining oneself completing a certain action, process, or behavior successfully. Using all five senses, it requires a similar level of concentration as a strenuous workout. When done correctly, visualization engages the same neural pathways that are engaged during physical training and mentally prepares someone for the next skill attempt. Because people who visualize regularly spend time focusing on success, their brains are more prepared to succeed at things when opportunities arise.

Visualization is a personal process, so no two people will have the same visualization routine. When visualizing, people need to have a specific goal in mind, be in a quiet area, use their senses, and repeat the process. People use visualization for different purposes, including motivational, process, outcome, situational, and emotional. "Remember that your mental exercises are just as important as your physical ones, and training your brain will set you a step above the rest the next time you have practice," according to Fitness 19.

To learn more about how to use visualization to help improve athletic performance, please visit Fitness 19 here.

About Fitness 19:

Fitness 19 was founded in 2003 by fitness industry veterans who believed that the traditional health club model wasn't meeting the needs of most people. They started Fitness 19 to give customers more of what they really want out of a fitness membership.  The result is a simple fitness club concept – an extremely affordable, family-friendly facility that offers state-of-the-art cardio, strength, and free weight equipment.

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In conversation with CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas, Murthy will explore connection, AI, and what it takes to care for one another through illness, caregiving, and grief

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- End Well, the leading nonprofit working to make the end of life part of life, today announced that Dr. Vivek Murthy, the 19th and 21st Surgeon General of the United States and founder of The Together Project, will headline its 2026 Summit on November 12 at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles and online. Murthy will speak with Jamie Yuccas, CBS News National Correspondent, about loneliness and human connection when people are facing serious illness, caregiving, dying, and grief.

The announcement comes as the country approaches a demographic turning point: the Congressional Budget Office projects that beginning in 2030, annual deaths in the United States will exceed births. This year's Summit asks, "When Does Now Begin?" The question runs through a day of talks and workshops that bring together people across disciplines and lived experiences to consider the choices people make, and the systems they encounter, long before and during a crisis.

Actress, writer, and caregiving advocate Yvette Nicole Brown will host the event, which is expected to draw hundreds of attendees in person and thousands more online. The program includes physician Lucy Kalanithi, MD, in conversation with patient Jessie Creel and physician and Claimable co-founder Warris Bokhari, MD, about finding a voice and a way forward inside healthcare systems. Other featured speakers include palliative care physician BJ Miller, MD; author Hope Edelman; physician and author Rana Awdish, MD; Modern Elder Academy founder Chip Conley; and dementia caregiver advocate Jessica Guthrie. Workshop leaders include death doula and Emmy-nominated television writer Darnell Lamont Walker; grief therapist and author Claire Bidwell Smith; and author Laurel Braitman. In one of the day's less expected sessions, members of the LA Improv Comics will lead a workshop that brings improv to the end-of-life conversation.

"When we started End Well, talking openly about death felt almost impossible. Nearly a decade later, we've watched that conversation move from the margins into living rooms, hospitals, and the culture at large," said Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider, founder of End Well, science journalist and a practicing physician. "Dr. Murthy has helped this country recognize loneliness as one of the most urgent health challenges we face. We are honored to welcome him to our stage."

Murthy's 2023 Surgeon General's advisory brought national attention to loneliness and social isolation as public health concerns. It reported that roughly half of American adults experience loneliness and that the mortality risk associated with lacking social connection is comparable to smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day. Murthy is the author of the New York Times bestseller Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World and also hosts the podcast and newsletter Staying Human, where a recent episode with surgeon and Being Mortal author Atul Gawande discussed what makes life worth living. In conversation with Yuccas, he'll explore what helps people stay connected when illness or loss changes their lives, what AI companions and chatbots mean for people facing illness and grief, and what support families and communities need to show up for one another.

"Loneliness is a signal, the same way hunger and thirst are, telling us that something we need for our health is missing," said Dr. Vivek Murthy. "Caring for one another through illness and grief is its own kind of medicine. End Well brings together people who know that care firsthand and people imagining better ways to make it possible. I'm honored to join them in this conversation."

"'When Does Now Begin?' is a question most of us put off until a diagnosis or a phone call answers it for us," said Tracy Wheeler, Executive Director of End Well, who curated the program. "We built this day around people whose authority comes from being close to dying, including caregivers, clinicians, patients, and artists. They know something the rest of us need to learn: how to stay present, sit with uncertainty, and find meaning inside loss. These are capacities for living, and we don't have to wait for a crisis to begin practicing them."

End Well 2026 will stream free worldwide. In-person tickets and free virtual registration are available HERE. Continuing education credits are planned for eligible healthcare professionals, pending accreditation approval. The Summit also sets the stage for End Well's 10th anniversary in 2027.

About End Well

Founded in 2017 by physician Shoshana Ungerleider, MD, End Well is a nonprofit at the center of the movement to make the end of life part of life. Through events, storytelling, and work with Hollywood creators, End Well helps change how people think about, talk about, and plan for serious illness, caregiving, grief, and dying. End Well is a program of The Joy Fund. Learn more at https://endwellproject.org/.

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EcoFlow Debuts TITAN Series, Bringing Whole-Home Energy Security Within Reach of Everyday Families

Built to cut daily electricity costs and power through grid outages, the new ecosystem delivers heavy-duty backup at an accessible price

SEATTLE, Oct. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Homeowners facing surging utility bills and an unpredictable power grid have a simpler path to energy independence with today's launch of EcoFlow TITAN Series. Designed to make whole-home backup power practical and accessible, the ecosystem features three powerful options to choose from: TITAN 5000 Plus, TITAN 5000 and TITAN 5000 Classic.

At a time when families are being asked to pay more for a power grid they can count on less, EcoFlow TITAN Series changes the game, offering an accessible home energy ecosystem that bridges the gap between emergency backup and daily savings. It offers whole-home performance, simple installation and flexible pricing.

Power Without Compromise

The flagship of the lineup, TITAN 5000 Plus, delivers 7.2kW of output from a 5kWh battery — enough power to run a 3-ton central air conditioner, refrigerator, TV and lights simultaneously without a soft-starter with power to spare. For homes with solar systems, output surges to 10kW with EcoFlow's X-Fusion 2.0 PV Boost.

Intelligent Energy Control

Paired with the EcoFlow Smart Home Panel 10, TITAN 5000 Plus and TITAN 5000 works with the grid and can also integrate with existing third-party rooftop solar systems without replacing your main electric panel or enduring long installation delays. The system works to analyze the three power sources at once by prioritizing clean solar first, storing surplus energy in the battery second and drawing expensive grid power only as a last resort.

Engineered for Efficiency

Under the hood, EcoFlow eliminates the old trade-off between power and capacity. Powered by an industry-first 40160 tabless 2C LFP cell, TITAN delivers high-rate output from a streamlined 5kWh footprint, giving families heavy-duty performance without overpaying for unnecessary storage.

For households that need more backup capacity, TITAN can scale in flexible 5kWh increments from 5kWh up to 30kWh, allowing users to expand the system as their energy needs grow. Solar panels and generators can further extend runtime, helping keep essential loads powered through prolonged outages.

Making Energy Costs More Predictable

TITAN Series is built for everyday life and not just for emergencies. Powered by EcoFlow's own OASIS 3.0 smart energy ecosystem, TITAN 5000 Plus uses forecast-based modeling to continuously optimize household power consumption. Through Time-of-Use (TOU) automation in the EcoFlow App, the system draws electricity when grid rates are lowest and discharges stored energy during peak pricing windows. Coordinating energy from grid, solar and battery storage provides a simple, automated way to shrink monthly utility bills.

A Simpler Path to Energy Independence

TITAN Series removes complexity and high contractor costs traditionally tied to home energy upgrades. Paired with Smart Home Panel 10, the ecosystem supports 50A whole-home current across 10 circuits without replacing any existing electrical panel or rooftop solar setup. During a blackout, the system switches to battery power in under 20 milliseconds, maintaining seamless power to everything from Wi-Fi routers to water pumps, all monitored and managed directly through the EcoFlow App.

To eliminate the headaches of traditional installations, EcoFlow pre-assembles breakers and pre-wires cables before shipping. This factory-level prep work reduces field labor by up to 80% and speeds up installation up to 8x compared to standard home backup systems, allowing TITAN installations to be completed in as little as seven days, with about two hours of work required on-site.

For long-term peace of mind, TITAN Series relies on a 200V high-voltage architecture and high-efficiency Silicon Carbide components to reduce current draw and thermal stress. The result is a streamlined design with fewer internal parts, lower heat and relentless reliability.

"Whole-home backup has traditionally required households to choose between the power they want and the cost and complexity they're willing to take on," said Brian Essenmacher, Head of U.S. Business Development at EcoFlow. "With TITAN, we're giving more families a practical way to get the power they need, while also helping them manage energy more intelligently every day."

Availability

The TITAN Series will be available starting Oct. 13 on the EcoFlow website. TITAN 5000 and TITAN 5000 Plus will be priced in the $3,000 range as standalone units and the $7,000 range with panel and installation. TITAN 5000 Classic will be priced in the $2,000 range as a standalone unit and the $5,000 range with panel and installation. Additional pricing details will be available on Nov. 3.

For more detailed information, please visit EcoFlow US or EcoFlow Canada.

About EcoFlow

Founded in 2017, EcoFlow is No. 1 in smart home energy storage solutions, empowering millions of users to take control of their energy at home and beyond. Our vision is to power a new world that is aspirational, technology-driven, and eco-friendly. Our mission from day one is to provide smart and eco-friendly energy solutions for individuals, families, and society at large. We are, were, and will continue to be a reliable and trusted energy companion for users around the world. For more information, visit https://www.ecoflow.com/us.

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Metercor, a Canadian utility system integrator based in Calgary, will provide sales, distribution and service support to Landis+Gyr customers across Canada.

ATLANTA, Oct. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Landis+Gyr (SIX: LAND), a global energy technology leader driving intelligent innovation across the grid, announced a partnership with Metercor, a Canadian distributor of utility solutions for electric, gas and water infrastructure.

Metercor will represent all of Landis+Gyr's portfolio in Canada, including the Revelo® platform of intelligent grid-edge sensors, the Surent® line of ultrasonic gas products, along with network and intelligent modules for water and legacy gas meters.

"This partnership is a great opportunity to expand our support for Canadian utilities. Landis+Gyr brings a broad multi-utility technology platform and advanced data capabilities. Metercor brings Canadian market knowledge, established customer relationships, utility experience, and the ability to deliver locally," said David Chris, Vice President of Sales at Landis+Gyr. "Together, we can offer customers a stronger connection between the technology being deployed and the operational and strategic outcomes they want to achieve."

"Our purpose is to help our customers turn technology and data into meaningful value. By understanding what matters to them, we help improve performance, strengthen customer engagement, and create better outcomes for the communities they serve," said Tracy Johnson, President & CEO of Metercor Inc. "Landis+Gyr strengthens our ability to deliver on that purpose and creates the opportunity to help Canadian utilities realize greater value from their infrastructure and the information it provides."

Harish Bhaskaran, Director of Strategic Sales for Western Canada at Landis+Gyr, added, "Expanding our distribution footprint across Canada with Metercor allows us to bring advanced grid-edge intelligence and multi-utility solutions closer to our customers than ever before. This collaboration ensures Canadian utilities have greater localized support and robust technology needed to drive operational efficiency and long-term resilience."

About Metercor

Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Calgary, Metercor is a Canadian utility systems integrator serving the multi-utility market. Metercor combines technology, utility expertise, project execution, and field capabilities to provide integrated solutions across the utility lifecycle. Our presence extends across Canada, supported by significant investment in our people, infrastructure, and capabilities. Metercor is backed by Omnigence Asset Management, a Canadian private investment organization, providing the financial strength and flexibility to support continued growth. Learn more at www.metercor.com

About Landis+Gyr

Landis+Gyr is a global energy technology leader delivering intelligent solutions that connect devices, data and decisions across the grid. Our mission is to accelerate the energy evolution through purposeful innovation and trusted partnerships.Trusted by more than 2,000 utilities worldwide, we transform traditional infrastructure into intelligent, networked systems that provide real-time grid visibility and control. With these insights, electric, gas and water utilities can anticipate demand, optimize operations and deliver energy that is more reliable, resilient, accessible, safe and sustainable. For more information, please visit our website www.landisgyr.com.

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Greeneye Technology Establishes North American Headquarters in Salina, Kansas Following Record 2026 Season

- New headquarters supports Greeneye's next phase of growth following a season of expanded crop capabilities and 81% average herbicide savings across its customer portfolio.

SALINA, Kansas, Oct. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Greeneye Technology, a global leader in AI-powered targeted spraying technology, today announced it is establishing its North American headquarters in Salina, Kansas. The investment follows a 2026 season of expanded commercial use: Greeneye-equipped machines have sprayed more than 500,000 acres across 12 U.S. states with a weed detection accuracy rate of over 98%. Use of the system's unique dual-line design achieved an average non-residual herbicide savings of 81%, saving an estimated six million gallons of chemical across field operations.

Greeneye's 2026 season also marked significant progress in crop compatibility and strategic relationships. The Greeneye system now supports eight crop types: corn, soybeans, cotton, edible beans, wheat, barley, triticale, and sorghum—with oats, sugar beets, peanuts, and canola slated for introduction in 2027. The company also expanded its channel sales network, announcing the addition of new dealer partners, with more to follow in the coming months.

"Growers are seeing targeted spraying deliver measurable results on their fields," said Nadav Bocher, CEO and Co-Founder of Greeneye Technology. "The conversation has shifted. More growers are asking how they can add targeted spraying to their operations, rather than if they should. The momentum we saw in our 2026 season shows why this is the right time to expand our North American presence and build the infrastructure to support the next stage of growth."

The Salina headquarters will increase Greeneye's capacity to serve its growing North American customer base, expand its team, and advance its technical roadmap. The company selected Salina for its location near growers in the agricultural heartland, access to land for product development testing, transportation routes, and proximity to university talent. The decision was supported by a broad coalition of civic, economic development, and business leaders who worked together to showcase the region as a place where the company could build, hire, and scale for the long term.

"Salina puts us close to the growers and agricultural communities we serve, with the space and connections to keep building," said Keith Crow, General Manager for North America at Greeneye Technology. "We're excited to grow our team here and explore opportunities to work with Kansas State University and the wider academic community. This headquarters gives us the ideal base for supporting customers and continuing to improve our technology portfolio."

Greeneye's AI-powered targeted spraying system uses computer vision and machine learning to instantly identify weeds and apply non-residual herbicide only where needed. Its dual-tank, dual-line configuration allows operators to broadcast residual herbicides while targeting non-residual herbicides in the same pass. The technology can be installed on existing commercial sprayers, giving growers an opportunity to adopt targeted spraying without replacing their equipment.

"We're excited to welcome Greeneye Technology to Salina's business community," said Mitch Robinson, Executive Director of the Salina Economic Development Organization. "Greeneye is bringing proven advanced agricultural technology to a community that understands both farming and the work required to build and support equipment at scale. We look forward to helping the company grow its team and connections here."

"Kansas is the heart of American farming and a crossroads for agricultural innovation and growth," said Mike Beam, Kansas Secretary of Agriculture. "Greeneye's decision to establish its North American headquarters in Salina brings new opportunities for collaboration while helping growers put practical technology to work in their fields."

The company plans to begin hiring immediately, with an official ribbon cutting ceremony and opportunity to visit the facility slated for early next year. More information on the company's 2026 performance can be found here.

About Greeneye Technology

Greeneye Technology was founded in 2017 with the mission to dramatically reduce chemical usage while increasing productivity and profitability for farmers. A global leader in AI-powered targeted spraying systems, the company's retrofit technology allows growers to reduce non-residual herbicide use while maintaining effective weed control. Greeneye's system helps farmers lower input costs, improve operational efficiency and support more sustainable crop production.

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With more than 280,000 courts across the U.S., CourtsApp is the largest racquet sports marketplace in America, bringing court discovery, booking, open play tournaments and more

Players can explore CourtsApp, and facility operators can find and claim their facility at CourtsApp.com.

NEW YORK, Oct. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CourtsApp, the AI-powered discovery and booking marketplace for racquet sports, today announced its national expansion, bringing more than 67,000 facilities and 280,000 courts across the United States onto a single platform. The expansion marks a major step toward solving one of racquet sports' most persistent problems: finding a place to play.

As tennis, pickleball, padel and other racquet sports continue to surge in popularity, the places to play them remain highly fragmented. Players often have to search across individual club websites, park directories and search engines just to find a court.

CourtsApp brings that fragmented landscape together. Players can now search for places to play across the country, discover Tournaments and Open Play, book courts instantly at participating facilities, or connect directly to a facility's existing reservation system, all from one platform.

"There are more places to play racquet sports than ever before. Finding one shouldn't be the hard part," said Daren Hornig, founder and CEO of CourtsApp. "Our goal is simple: bring the entire racquet sports ecosystem together and make it dramatically easier for people to get on court. With more than 67,000 facilities now on CourtsApp, we're building the front door to racquet sports in America."

Facilities can participate in the way that works best for their business. They can be listed on CourtsApp to reach players searching for places to play, connect CourtsApp to their existing booking experience to drive qualified traffic, or enable Instant Booking, allowing players to discover, book and pay for courts directly through CourtsApp.

CourtsApp inventory can also be found through Google Reserve, ChatGPT, Claude and DUPR, as well as other platforms, extending facility discovery beyond CourtsApp itself and helping connect players with places to play wherever their search begins.

National expansion is the latest step in CourtsApp's ambition to become the Expedia of racquet sports: one destination where players across the country can discover where to play, compare their options and easily book the experience they want.

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Global 300mm Fab Equipment Spending to Reach $227 Billion in 2029 as Buildout Accelerates, SEMI Projects

U.S. Construction Pipeline Expands Amid Strong Global 300mm Investment

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SEMICON West -- Global 300mm front-end fab equipment spending is projected to reach $149 billion in 2026, up 31% year-over-year, SEMI reported today in its latest 300mm Fab Outlook. Investment is expected to continue growing at double-digit rates through 2029, reaching $227 billion.

The stronger investment trajectory is accompanied by a sustained pipeline of new 300mm fabs and production lines moving through construction and into operation. Excluding pure R&D fabs, SEMI projects 20 new 300mm fabs or lines to begin construction worldwide in 2026 and 18 in 2027. In the United States, three are projected to begin construction in 2026 and four in 2027.

"Semiconductor demand is increasingly translating into physical manufacturing expansion across the global industry," said Ajit Manocha, SEMI President and CEO. "The latest outlook points to both stronger equipment investment and a substantial pipeline of fabs moving toward operation. This expansion will provide the manufacturing foundation needed to support AI, high-performance computing and a broad range of next-generation semiconductor applications."

Global Fab Construction Pipeline

Across all 300mm facilities, global fab construction spending is projected to rise 23% to $47.5 billion in 2026 and another 33% to $63.3 billion in 2027, before reaching $68.4 billion in 2028. The construction activity reflects continued investment in new manufacturing capacity across leading-edge logic, memory and other 300mm semiconductor technologies.

The U.S. represents an important part of this expansion, with additional 300mm fabs and lines expected to begin construction throughout the forecast period. Equipment investment in the Americas is projected to more than double from $18.1 billion in 2026 to $40.6 billion in 2029, reflecting the region's expanding manufacturing footprint.

SEMI projects 13 new 300mm fabs or lines worldwide to begin operations or ship first silicon in 2026, increasing to 23 in 2027.

The 3Q26 edition of the SEMI 300mm Fab Outlook reflects 166 changes across 163 fabs and lines, including 14 newly added records, since the previous report.

For more information on the report or to subscribe, please contact the SEMI Market Intelligence Team at [email protected]. Details on SEMI market data are available at SEMI Market Intelligence.

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SEMI® is the global industry association connecting over 4,000 companies and 1.5 million professionals worldwide across the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain. We accelerate member collaboration on solutions to top industry challenges through Advocacy, Workforce Development, Sustainability, Supply Chain Management and other programs. Our SEMICON® expositions and events, technology communities, standards and market intelligence help advance our members' business growth and innovations in design, devices, equipment, materials, services and software, enabling smarter, faster, more secure electronics. Visit www.semi.org or contact a regional office to learn more.

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DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Oct. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- According to MarketsandMarkets™, the global CAM Software Market is expanding steadily, with a projected market size rising from about USD 4.0 billion in 2026 to USD 6.4 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 9.6%.

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CAM Software Market Size & Forecast:

- Market Size Available for Years: 2021–2031

- 2025 Market Size: USD 3.7 billion

- 2026 Market Size: USD 4.0 billion

- 2031 Projected Market Size: USD 6.4 billion

- CAGR (2026–2031): 9.6%

CAM Software Market Trends & Insights:

- Market growth is driven by increasing demand for manufacturing automation, precision machining, and improved production efficiency.

- The software segment is expected to hold the largest market value in 2025

- The machining & production segment is expected to hold the largest market share in 2025.

- The on-premises deployment is expected to hold largest market share in the market in 2025.

- North America is expected to hold largest market value of USD 1.4 billion in 2026.

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Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software has transformed how manufacturers program, simulate, and execute machining operations by embedding capabilities such as AI-assisted toolpath generation, associative design-to-manufacturing workflows, and integrated machining simulation into enterprise production programs. These innovations enable CNC programmers and machine shops to automate repetitive programming tasks, reduce costly shop-floor errors, and measure gains in machining accuracy and throughput across job shop, aerospace, automotive, and industrial machinery production. By integrating machine learning models, associative CAD-CAM data models, and simulation analytics, CAM platforms deliver continuous insight into production readiness and machining risk, ensuring greater operational efficiency and measurable outcomes. Manufacturers benefit from improved first-time-right machining, lower programming overhead, and more effective use of multi-axis machine tool capacity, especially in high-complexity sectors such as aerospace, medical devices, and tooling. Unifying design, machining, and simulation data across a single platform provides a clearer picture of production readiness, strengthening decision-making and aligning shop-floor execution with broader enterprise manufacturing objectives. This approach empowers organizations to maximize return on manufacturing technology investment, improve production predictability, and maintain competitiveness by ensuring that every part program operates efficiently from design through post-production review.

By machining & production, CNC machining will register the highest CAGR during the forecast period.

CNC machining is becoming the fastest-growing production category in the CAM Software Market as job shops and machine tool operators shift from manual and conventional machining toward digitally programmed CNC operations. New vendors can capture market share by offering automated feature recognition, AI-assisted toolpath generation, and prebuilt post-processor libraries that reduce the manual work of programming individual CNC operations. An illustrative example is Autodesk's September 2025 introduction of Systems Automation Modeler and its Toolpath partnership within Fusion, enabling automated toolpath generation and repeatable manufacturing patterns for CNC programmers. Another example is Siemens' partnership with CloudNC to bring CAM Assist to NX CAM, automating machining strategy creation for 3- and 3+2-axis CNC programming and reducing programming time from hours to minutes. These moves show that customers increasingly expect automated, AI-assisted programming to be native to the CNC workflow rather than bolted on through separate tools. For emerging vendors, the opportunity is in providing lightweight CNC programming modules, natural-language machining query tools, and benchmarking analytics that connect directly to shop-floor data. Vendors who deliver fast setup, strong machine tool and controller interoperability, and clear attribution from programming time to cycle-time savings will win in CNC-driven CAM software procurement.

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By deployment type, cloud is expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period.

Cloud deployment, spanning design, programming, and machining simulation, is emerging as the fastest-growing deployment type in the CAM Software Market, as manufacturers increasingly favor vendor-hosted platforms over infrastructure they must maintain themselves. Enterprise buyers demand platforms that can scale across facilities, integrate with existing PLM and enterprise manufacturing systems, and support both regional and global production programs from one environment. One illustrative move is Autodesk's cloud-native Fusion platform, which bundles CAM, CAD, and simulation into a single subscription that scales with the number of active programmers rather than per-workstation licenses. Another example is Dassault Systèmes' 3DEXPERIENCE platform, which reported 14% growth in cloud software revenue in the second quarter of 2026, driven mainly by its Manufacturing Industries segment. Vendors can succeed in this segment by building scalable execution infrastructure, offering tiered support for programs ranging from small job shops to large multi-facility manufacturers, and ensuring reliable performance during peak production cycles. Key enablers include enterprise-grade security, single sign-on integration, and dedicated account support, allowing manufacturers to run recurring programming and simulation cycles with predictable, repeatable outcomes.

North America accounts for the largest market during the forecast period.

The North America CAM Software Market is becoming increasingly attractive for new and emerging vendors as enterprise capital budgets and manufacturing technology adoption converge. The region's dense concentration of aerospace, automotive, and industrial machinery manufacturers drives high-volume part-program requirements, from prototype development to full-rate production, creating sustained demand for platforms that can scale across multiple simultaneous production programs. Autodesk, for instance, has built its positioning around AI-powered Fusion CAM features and tight integration with existing enterprise design systems, reflecting the region's preference for platforms that plug into an enterprise's broader technology stack rather than operating as a standalone tool. Siemens has similarly expanded its footprint among large discrete manufacturers by combining NX CAM, simulation, and automation tools within a single Xcelerator platform. These shifts are opening opportunities for CAM providers to deliver solutions that integrate AI, simulation, and associative design-to-manufacturing workflows tailored to the operational needs of high-volume aerospace, automotive, and industrial machinery programs. By focusing on integration depth, modular deployment, and partnerships with machine tool and controller manufacturers, new entrants can establish strong footholds across these sectors. The region's combination of mature enterprise manufacturing software adoption, dense production calendars, and demand for measurable programming-time attribution positions North America as one of the most attractive markets for innovative CAM vendors.

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Top Companies in CAM Software Market:

The Top Companies in CAM Software Market are Autodesk (US), Siemens (Germany), Hexagon (Sweden), Dassault Systemes (France), Hypertherm (US), PTC (US), SolidCAM (US), TopSolid (France), CAMWorks (US), and MasterCAM (US).

CAM Software Market - Investment & funding +Merger & Acquisition

Investment and Funding Context

Investment activity in the CAM software ecosystem is increasingly focused on AI-enabled CNC programming, machining automation, and the expansion of established software distribution networks. In September 2026, CloudNC raised USD 20 million in new investment capital led by Nimble Ventures to accelerate adoption of CAM Assist, expand into new and existing markets, and develop additional AI-powered manufacturing products, including Quote Agent. In parallel, established industrial technology companies continued to strengthen their CAM portfolios through strategic acquisitions. Sandvik expanded Mastercam's direct sales and customer support network through acquisitions of regional channel partners in North America, Europe, and India during 2026. These developments highlight two distinct investment priorities: automating CNC programming workflows through AI and expanding the customer reach of established CAM software platforms.

Revenue Shift Context

The CAM software industry is evolving alongside broader manufacturing digitalization, with growing interest in cloud-based deployment, AI-assisted programming, integrated CAD/CAM workflows, and digital twin technologies. According to MarketsandMarkets' published CAM Software Market report, the global market was projected to grow from USD 3.40 billion in 2024 to USD 5.70 billion by 2030, at a reported CAGR of 9.0%. These figures are from the report published in November 2024 and should be treated as that edition's forecast, rather than a newly updated 2026 estimate. Although cloud subscriptions and AI-enabled manufacturing tools are relevant areas of development, the available evidence does not establish that cloud revenue is growing faster than traditional CAM licensing across the entire industry.

- Powered by Fifth-Generation Toyota Hybrid System (THS 5)

- 225 Net-Combined Horsepower on FWD Models; 232 Net-Combined Horsepower on AWD-Equipped Models

- Manufacturer-Estimated 51 MPG Combined Rating on LE FWD

- Five Distinct Grades: LE, SE, Nightshade, XLE and XSE

- Grades, Features and Options Carryover for the 2027 Model Year

PLANO, Texas (Oct. 13, 2026) – The Toyota Camry returns for 2027, bringing together striking design, an exclusively hybrid powertrain and advanced technology across five distinct grades.

Available in LE, SE, Nightshade, XLE and XSE grades, the 2027 Camry offers Front-Wheel Drive or Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive across the lineup, giving customers a range of refined and sport-inspired options.

The 2027 Toyota Camry is expected to arrive at Toyota dealerships this fall. The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price, excluding Dealer Processing and Handling, starts at $29,700.

Efficient Toyota Hybrid System

The Toyota Camry is exclusively hybrid, pairing the fifth-generation Toyota Hybrid System (THS 5) with a 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder engine. The powertrain produces 225 net-combined horsepower on FWD models and 232 net-combined horsepower on AWD-equipped models. The LE FWD has a manufacturer-estimated 51 MPG combined rating.

THS 5 is tuned to provide a natural acceleration feel synchronized with engine speed. Power from the lithium-ion traction battery works through the electric motor generator to help deliver responsive acceleration while supporting Camry’s fuel-efficient performance.

Camry also features an electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (eCVT), tuned to intelligently find the appropriate ratio to pair with driver throttle input for a smooth and responsive driving experience.

Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive

For added capability and driver confidence, Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive is available across all five Camry grades. Designed to work seamlessly with THS 5, the system uses an electric motor generator on the rear axle and delivers 232 net-combined horsepower.

The system provides on-demand front-rear torque distribution based on driving conditions to help support acceleration, handling and stability. When the system detects slippery road conditions or a loss of tire grip, it can control torque distribution to the rear wheels to help provide additional traction.

Responsive Ride and Handling

The Camry pairs its efficient hybrid powertrain with responsive suspension and agile handling. All models feature an optimally tuned MacPherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.

SE, Nightshade and XSE grades add a sport-tuned suspension with specially tuned shock absorbers and springs for a more engaging driving experience.

An Electronically Controlled Braking system with integrated regenerative braking helps provide consistent brake feel and control.

Drivers can also tailor Camry’s driving characteristics with standard selectable NORMAL, ECO and SPORT driving modes.

Distinctive Camry Style

Designed by CALTY’s Newport Beach, California, and Ann Arbor, Michigan, studios, the ninth-generation Camry has a sleek, athletic look highlighted by Toyota’s distinctive hammerhead front design. LED headlights and daytime running lights come standard across the lineup.

LE and XLE grades emphasize Camry’s refined side. The LE features a black horizontal-bar front grille and 16-inch alloy wheels, while the XLE adds a dark metallic gray grille, 18-inch black and machine-finished alloy wheels and chrome-finished exterior accents.

The SE and XSE turn up Camry’s sporty character with sport-mesh front grilles, side sport rockers and black exterior accents. Functional front-side air ducts, canards, a rear spoiler and diffuser complement their athletic design. Both grades also feature exposed dual-tip exhaust. The SE rides on 18-inch black-finished alloy wheels, while the XSE comes equipped with 19-inch black and smoke gray-finished alloy wheels.

The Nightshade grade takes the sport-inspired look in a darker direction with Midnight Black Metallic exterior accents, unique 19-inch wheels and gloss-black badging. Midnight Black Metallic accents extend to elements including the front grille, air curtains, side canards, door handles, mirror caps, shark-fin antenna, rear lower sport diffuser and rear spoiler.

Exterior color choices include Ocean Gem, Heavy Metal, Ice Cap, Wind Chill Pearl, Celestial Silver Metallic, Underground, Midnight Black Metallic, Supersonic Red, Reservoir Blue and Dark Cosmos, with color availability varying by grade.

The Nightshade grade is available in Ice Cap, Supersonic Red and Midnight Black Metallic. XSE also offers select colors paired with a Midnight Black Metallic roof for a two-tone appearance.

Elevated Cabin Experience

Camry’s modern, open-concept cabin combines comfort, functionality and distinct design details tailored to each grade.

The SE and Nightshade grades feature SofTex®-trimmed seats with sporty white accents, while the XSE comes standard with a leather-trimmed interior featuring “shooting blade” patterned perforations on the seating surfaces and side door trim. The SE, Nightshade and XSE also feature standard aluminum sport pedals, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifters and a leather-wrapped shift knob.

The LE features woven fabric seating and interior trim with an embossed pattern inspired by ocean waves. The XLE elevates the cabin with a combination of leather and Dinamica® microfiber-trim, including quilted Dinamica® trim on the front door panels and dashboard.

Heated front seats are standard on XLE and XSE and available on select other grades, while front ventilated seats are available on XLE and XSE. XLE and XSE also feature standard 8-way power-adjustable driver and front passenger seats.

Front-side acoustic laminated glass is standard on XLE and XSE to help reduce wind noise and harshness.

Across the lineup, Camry comes standard with Push Button Start and dual-zone automatic climate control with rear air vents. XLE and XSE offer additional available convenience features, including driver memory settings and a power tilt-and-slide panoramic roof with a power-retractable sunshade.

Intuitive Multimedia and Connectivity

Technology and convenience remain front and center, with wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility standard across all grades.

Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging comes standard, along with five USB ports throughout the cabin to help keep devices connected and charged.

The 2027 Camry comes standard with an 8-inch touchscreen equipped with the Toyota Audio Multimedia system, with a 12.3-inch touchscreen available on select grades.

Complementing the multimedia screens, a 7-inch digital gauge cluster comes standard on LE, SE and Nightshade, while XLE and XSE feature a standard 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster. XLE and XSE also offer an available 10-inch Head-Up Display.

The Camry audio system includes six speakers standard, while XLE and XSE offer an available nine-speaker JBL® Premium Audio system.

Five-year trials of Connected Services are included for Safety Connect*, Service Connect* and Remote Connect*, as well as a 30-day/3 GB trial for Wi-Fi Connect*. Additional services, such as Drive Connect*, may be available depending on grade. Visit Toyota Connected Services to learn more.

Digital Key is available on XLE and XSE grades equipped with a Premium or Premium Plus Package and an active Remote Connect trial or subscription. Through the Toyota app, Digital Key allows compatible smartphones to be used for functions such as passive entry and vehicle start.

*4G Network-dependent

Safety and Convenience

The 2027 Toyota Camry comes standard with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0. The suite includes:

- Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection

- Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control

- Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist

- Lane Tracing Assist

- Road Sign Assist

- Automatic High Beams

- Proactive Driving Assist

Additional standard features include:

- Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert

- Safe Exit Alert

For complete details on Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, please visit Toyota.com/safety-sense.

For customers looking for additional driver-assistance technology, XLE and XSE offer an available Premium Plus Package with features including Traffic Jam Assist, Front Cross-Traffic Alert, Lane Change Assist, Panoramic View Monitor and Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking.

Traffic Jam Assist requires an active Drive Connect trial or subscription and is 4G network dependent.

The 2027 Camry is assembled in the U.S. at Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky, in Georgetown, Kentucky.

Limited Warranty and ToyotaCare

Toyota’s 36-month/36,000 mile basic new-vehicle warranty applies to all components other than normal wear and maintenance items. Additional 60-month warranties cover the powertrain for 60,000 miles and against perforation from corrosion for 60 months with no mileage limitation. Hybrid-related components that require repairs needed to correct defects in materials or workmanship are covered for 8 years/100,000 miles, whichever comes first from original date of first use when sold as new. The hybrid battery is covered for 10 years/150,000 miles, whichever comes first, and is transferable across ownership

The Toyota Camry also comes with ToyotaCare, a plan covering normal factory-scheduled maintenance, for one year or 10,000 miles, whichever comes first, and three years of Roadside Assistance, regardless of mileage.

About Toyota

Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in the U.S. for nearly 70 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our nearly 1,500 dealerships.

Toyota directly employs approximately 48,000 people in the U.S. who have contributed to the design, engineering, and assembly of more than 36 million cars and trucks at our 11 manufacturing plants.