NASHVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Chimney Collective, a residential chimney, fireplace, and masonry services platform, today announced that Anthony Valerio, founder of Four Winds Chimney, has joined the Chimney Collective Advisory Board and will serve as Co-Chair alongside Mark Stoner.

Anthony brings extensive experience building and leading a growing chimney and fireplace services organization. Raised in a fourth-generation masonry family, he has helped develop Four Winds Chimney from a small operation into a multi-market company serving homeowners across New York. His leadership has focused on employee training and safety, customer experience, operational discipline, and creating sustainable careers within the skilled trades.

"We are excited to welcome Anthony to the Chimney Collective Advisory Board and to have him serve alongside Mark as Co-Chair," said Branson Tibbs, Co-Founder of Chimney Collective. "Anthony combines deep industry knowledge with a forward-looking approach to leadership, training, operations, and growth. His perspective will be highly valuable as we continue building a platform designed to support exceptional companies and their teams."

Four Winds Chimney provides chimney inspections, sweeping, cleaning, masonry restoration, chimney repair, relining, and fireplace installation and service across Rochester, Syracuse, Albany, and Buffalo. The company emphasizes generational craftsmanship, certified safety standards, ongoing employee education, and a modern approach to the customer experience.

"Chimney Collective is building something important for our industry by bringing together experienced operators who care deeply about quality, safety, craftsmanship, employees, and the long-term future of the trade," said Anthony Valerio, Owner and President of Four Winds Chimney. "I am honored to join the Advisory Board and serve as Co-Chair with Mark. I look forward to sharing what we have learned at Four Winds while also learning from the outstanding leaders and companies across the Chimney Collective platform."

As Co-Chair, Anthony will work with Mark and fellow Advisory Board members Alan Rush and Michael Boudart to provide strategic guidance to Chimney Collective and its partner companies. The Advisory Board supports the platform across areas including technician development, leadership training, customer service, sales performance, operating best practices, and long-term growth strategy.

"Anthony has demonstrated how strong local values and generational craftsmanship can be paired with disciplined execution and a modern operating model," added Rhett Hogan, Co-Founder of Chimney Collective. "His experience developing people, expanding into new markets, and raising standards across the industry makes him an outstanding addition to the Advisory Board and an ideal partner to Mark in leading the group."

The appointment further strengthens Chimney Collective's commitment to building its platform with experienced industry leaders who understand the opportunities and challenges facing chimney, fireplace, and masonry service businesses.

About Chimney Collective

Chimney Collective is a residential chimney, fireplace, and masonry services platform focused on building a premier network of trusted local service providers. The platform partners with leading owner-operators to support long-term growth while preserving the local brands, customer relationships, and employee cultures that made each business successful.

About Four Winds Chimney

Four Winds Chimney is a full-service chimney, fireplace, and masonry services company founded in 2018 by fourth-generation mason and chimney expert Anthony Valerio. Headquartered in the Rochester area, Four Winds serves homeowners across Rochester, Syracuse, Albany, Buffalo and surrounding communities throughout New York.

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Ovintiv to Host its Third Quarter 2026 Results Conference Call and Webcast on November 4, 2026

DENVER, Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ovintiv Inc. (NYSE: OVV) (TSX: OVV) today announced plans to hold its third quarter 2026 results conference call at 8:00 a.m. MST, on Wednesday November 4, 2026. The Company plans to release its financial and operating results after market close, Tuesday November 3, 2026. In addition to the release, supplemental slides and financial statements will be available on the Company's website, located at www.ovintiv.com.

To join the conference call without operator assistance, you may register and enter your phone number at https://emportal.ink/4jChvni to receive an instant automated call back.

You can also dial direct to be entered to the call by an Operator. Please dial 888-510-2154 (toll-free in North America) or 437-900-0527 (international) approximately 15 minutes prior to the call.

The live audio webcast of the event, including slides, also will be available on Ovintiv's website, under Investors/Presentations and Events, and will be archived for approximately 90 days.

Further information on Ovintiv Inc. is available on the Company's website, www.ovintiv.com, or by contacting:

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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Battery recycling and critical mineral recovery play an essential role in strengthening domestic battery supply chains. As North America's most experienced battery recycling company, Cirba Solutions is advancing the recovery of critical minerals from end-of-life batteries and will contribute to key industry discussions at The Battery Show North America, taking place Oct. 12 – 15 in Detroit.

"The battery industry continues to evolve rapidly, both domestically and globally, and battery recycling plays a vital role in strengthening the value chain by increasing the supply of recovered critical minerals and creating new opportunities to meet growing demand for these essential materials," said Kody Krady, Director of Cirba Solutions' Battery Material Sales and Business. "Events like The Battery Show are essential to bringing together industry leaders, exchanging insights on emerging technologies and market trends and identifying opportunities for collaboration. These conversations help turn challenges into actionable solutions, strengthen partnerships and advance a more resilient battery supply chain and circular economy."

Closed-Loop Approach

Cirba Solutions is actively working to establish closed-loop supply chains, demonstrated through its recent partnership with General Motors (GM). The two companies, alongside partners, successfully completed a closed-loop EV battery recycling pilot. Using materials recovered from end-of-life GM EV battery packs to produce new battery cells, these are the first GM EV batteries made with cathode active material (CAM) containing 100 percent recycled nickel, cobalt and manganese. Last month, the first GM EVs, powered by battery cells containing CAM made with these recycled critical minerals, rolled off the assembly line.

Connect at The Battery Show

Representatives from Cirba Solutions will be on-site, meeting with partners and industry leaders, and are open to connect with show attendees working towards building a more resilient circular economy. Please contact [email protected] to connect with the team at The Battery Show North America.

Cirba Solutions works with a variety of partners to collect end-of-life and scrap batteries from automotive OEMs, energy storage systems, gigafactories, retailers, data centers, manufacturing plants, municipalities and more. For more information about Cirba Solutions, please visit the company's website.

About Cirba Solutions

Cirba Solutions is a premier battery recycling company in North America, with an unmatched 35 years of experience, focused on critical material extraction from scrap and end-of-life batteries, and then supplying those materials back into the supply chain. As the only vertically integrated team with an operational, differentiated platform and a full suite of capabilities, Cirba Solutions is leading the creation of a circular battery supply chain. www.cirbasolutions.com.

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MIDDLETOWN, Del., Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The global Smart Connected Tires Market was valued at USD 18.501 billion in 2025 and is projected to expand from USD 20.501 billion in 2026 to USD 54.211 billion by 2035, registering a compound annual growth rate of 11.41% during the forecast period, according to the latest market intelligence study published by Radial Insights.

Tires are becoming data-producing assets as fleets and automakers integrate pressure, temperature, identification and tread information into vehicle-management systems. The market is moving beyond conventional TPMS toward predictive analytics that can estimate tire condition, reduce roadside failures, support energy efficiency and feed vehicle-control systems. Commercial fleets provide the clearest near-term business case, while premium passenger vehicles and software-defined platforms create a second high-value growth channel.

The new "Smart Connected Tires Market Size, CAGR & Forecast, 2025-2035" study spans 231 pages and evaluates demand by end user, technology, application, connectivity, vehicle type and data platform. It covers embedded RFID, pressure and temperature sensors, tread-wear sensing, Bluetooth and cellular connectivity, OEM proprietary platforms, third-party fleet analytics and predictive-maintenance applications.

Fleet Economics Make Predictive Tire Monitoring a Core Use Case

Commercial fleets are adopting connected-tire systems because tire condition directly affects roadside downtime, fuel or energy use and replacement timing. Real-time pressure and temperature data help maintenance teams identify problems before they become service events, while centralized analytics can reduce the need for manual inspection across large vehicle populations.

Radial Insights cites Michelin Connected Fleet pilots in which Smart Predictive Tire reduced emergency roadside events by 80% and fuel consumption by 4%. The economics are strongest in long-haul, regional and last-mile fleets because high annual mileage magnifies every avoided service call and every incremental efficiency gain.

The connected model also changes the revenue relationship. Tire makers can combine products with monitoring subscriptions, analytics and service support, creating recurring digital revenue and stronger customer retention than a standalone tire sale.

Key Insights From Radial Insights' Smart Connected Tires Study

- Asia-Pacific Leads, but the Market Is Geographically Balanced: Asia-Pacific holds 32.04% of 2025 demand, followed closely by North America at 30.07% and Europe at 27.89%.

- Commercial Fleets Are the Largest Early Adopters: High-mileage operators have the clearest ROI from pressure, temperature and wear monitoring.

- RFID and Embedded Sensors Build the Data Layer: Identification, condition monitoring and tread intelligence support lifecycle tracking and predictive maintenance.

- OEM Integration Expands the Addressable Market: Premium and EV programs increasingly use tire data for safety, energy management and differentiated digital services.

- Analytics Platforms Become a Competitive Battleground: OEM proprietary systems compete with third-party tools that offer cross-brand compatibility for mixed fleets.

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Smart Tires Move Deeper Into Vehicle Control and Safety Systems

Connected tires are beginning to provide information that can support more than maintenance. Friction, load and road-condition estimates can become inputs for braking, stability control and advanced driver-assistance systems, especially as vehicles become more software defined.

Pirelli Cyber Tyre demonstrates this direction by transmitting tire information directly into vehicle electronics, while Goodyear SightLine has been integrated with vehicle-control software platforms. Michelin's universal tire digital-twin approach shows another path, using vehicle data and algorithms to estimate tire condition without requiring every function to depend on additional tire-mounted hardware.

This shift raises the strategic value of tire data. Suppliers that can deliver accurate analytics and secure integration with vehicle systems can move higher in the mobility software stack and create partnerships that are more difficult to displace than conventional product-supply contracts.

OEM Premiumization Creates a High-Value Connected Tire Channel

Premium and electric vehicle manufacturers are increasingly using connected-tire technology to differentiate safety, range estimation and customer experience. Sensorized fitments can support more accurate maintenance alerts and give vehicle software a richer understanding of real-time tire conditions.

The opportunity is especially relevant for EVs because tire pressure, wear and load directly influence efficiency. As connected features move into production vehicles, replacement tires may need to preserve sensor compatibility and approved specifications, creating a follow-on aftermarket opportunity for OEM-aligned suppliers.

Regional Market Outlook

Asia-Pacific leads with a 32.04% share, supported by automotive manufacturing, fleet expansion and connected-mobility investment in China, Japan and South Korea. The region also offers scale for sensor and electronics supply chains.

North America accounts for 30.07% and benefits from a mature commercial fleet sector, strong telematics adoption and early deployment of predictive maintenance tools. Europe represents 27.89%, supported by premium vehicle manufacturing, safety regulation and digital fleet-management adoption.

Latin America holds 4.00%, the Middle East 3.03% and Africa 2.97%. Adoption in these regions is concentrated in larger fleets and premium applications, with broader growth dependent on connectivity infrastructure and lower system costs.

Smart Connected Tires Market Snapshot, 2025-2035

Market Challenges

System cost and integration complexity remain significant barriers, especially for small fleets and mass-market passenger vehicles. Connected tire solutions must work across different vehicle architectures, sensor standards and fleet platforms if adoption is to move beyond premium or enterprise customers.

Data governance creates another challenge. Tire and vehicle data can reveal usage patterns, maintenance condition and operational behavior, requiring cybersecurity, privacy controls and clear ownership rules. Suppliers that cannot demonstrate secure data handling and interoperability may struggle to win long-term OEM or fleet contracts.

Recent Industry Developments

- In July 2026, Pirelli agreed to acquire a 24.99% stake in RIDEsense and license virtual-sensor technology to strengthen Cyber Tyre capabilities around diagnostics and road-condition intelligence.

- In May 2026, Michelin introduced a universal tire digital twin that converts in-vehicle data into estimates of grip, wear, load and pressure without requiring an additional tire-mounted sensor for every function.

- In May 2026, Continental presented ContiConnect with the DockMaster Radial for port equipment, extending continuous pressure and temperature monitoring into industrial and logistics applications.

- In November 2025, Goodyear and Peugeot unveiled the Polygon concept with Goodyear SightLine integrated into the cockpit, highlighting real-time tire wear, road-condition and aquaplaning information.

Executive Q&A Summary

Q: What is the projected size of the Smart Connected Tires Market?

A: The market is projected to grow from USD 20.501 billion in 2026 to USD 54.211 billion by 2035, registering a CAGR of 11.41%.

Q: Which customers are adopting connected tires fastest?

A: Commercial fleets are the largest early adopters because predictive maintenance can reduce roadside downtime, improve inflation control and support lower operating costs.

Q: What is the major long-term opportunity?

A: Integration of tire intelligence with vehicle-control, ADAS and software-defined vehicle platforms can turn tire data into a recurring digital-service and safety asset.

Competitive Landscape

The Smart Connected Tires Market includes Pirelli, Goodyear, Continental, Bridgestone and Michelin among the most visible global technology leaders. Competition is shifting from sensor hardware alone toward complete ecosystems that combine tire identification, pressure and temperature monitoring, wear estimation, connectivity, analytics and vehicle integration. Pirelli Cyber Tyre, Goodyear SightLine, Continental ContiConnect, Bridgestone Tirematics and Michelin digital fleet solutions illustrate different approaches to monetizing tire intelligence. Partnerships with automakers, telematics providers and fleet-management platforms will be central as the market moves toward interoperable software and service models.

Explore the Full Smart Connected Tires Market Study

Fleet operators, OEMs, tire manufacturers, sensor suppliers, telematics companies and investors can access the full Radial Insights study for deeper connected-tire intelligence.

The complete 231-page report provides:

- Global Smart Connected Tires Market sizing and forecasts through 2035

- RFID, pressure, temperature and tread-wear sensor analysis

- Predictive maintenance and fleet-TCO use cases

- Bluetooth, cellular/5G and passive RFID connectivity assessment

- Passenger, EV, commercial fleet and off-highway applications

- OEM proprietary versus third-party analytics platforms

- ADAS and vehicle-control integration opportunities

- Regional and country-level adoption analysis

- Competitive benchmarking of leading connected-tire platforms

- Pricing, data monetization and partnership strategy

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Visit https://www.radialinsights.com/report/smart-connected-tires-market  to access the Smart Connected Tires Market study, review sample data tables and charts, examine the research methodology and request a free sample report.

International users can also visit www.radialinsights.jp .

TestMu AI Positioned as a Leader in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Agentic Software Quality Assurance Platforms

Evaluation Based on Completeness of Vision and Ability to Execute

NOIDA, India, Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- TestMu AI, the Full-Stack Agentic AI Quality Engineering platform, announced it has been positioned as a Leader in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Agentic Software Quality Assurance Platforms. A complimentary copy of this research report is available [here].

As software delivery shifts toward agentic workflows, TestMu AI continues to advance end-to-end quality engineering through agentic testing and scalable cloud execution infrastructure. The platform provides independent verification, nondeterministic agent evaluation, and governance capabilities that allow enterprise teams to transition smoothly into agentic software delivery while maintaining existing browser and device testing environments.

The platform addresses core enterprise testing needs through KaneAI and Kane CLI for natural-language test authoring and agent-callable execution, Agent Testing for multi-agent evaluation, and HyperExecute for intelligent test orchestration. The platform also offers Test Manager, Real Device Cloud, SmartUI, and accessibility testing in a unified quality engineering ecosystem.

TestMu AI believes its Leader positioning reflects its continued focus on advancing agentic quality engineering through AI-powered test authoring, agent testing, scalable test execution, development workflow integrations, and capabilities that support enterprise adoption of AI-driven software quality practices.

Coupled with continuous customer feedback channels and advisory initiatives, TestMu AI remains dedicated to meeting the evolving support and platform requirements of modern digital enterprises.

"The software testing landscape is undergoing a fundamental shift toward agentic automation and continuous governance," said Asad Khan, CEO and Co-Founder of TestMu AI. "We believe our placement as a Leader in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Agentic Software Quality Assurance Platforms reflects our continued focus on empowering engineering & quality teams with reliable, agent-callable verification, robust governance, and deep coding-agent integrations."

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Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Agentic Software Quality Assurance Platforms, By Joachim Herschmann, Sushant Singhal, Ross Power, C.A. Swan, 12 October 2026.

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About TestMu AI

TestMu AI is Full Stack Agentic AI Quality Engineering platform that empowers teams to test intelligently and ship faster. Engineered for scale, it offers end-to-end AI agents to plan, author, execute, and analyze software quality across web, mobile, and enterprise applications, on real devices, real browsers, and custom real-world environments. For more information, visit www.testmuai.com.

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In the news release, BTQ Technologies Named Security Partner for MoonPay Korea's Stablecoin Infrastructure, issued 09-Oct-2026 by BTQ Technologies Corp. over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that this release has been updated to include new information. The complete, corrected release follows, with additional details at the end:

BTQ Technologies Named Security Partner for MoonPay Korea's Stablecoin Infrastructure

This news release constitutes a "designated news release" for the purposes of BTQ's prospectus supplement dated June 18, 2026, to its short form base shelf prospectus dated April 29, 2025, as amended on September 22, 2025.

BTQ to bring post-quantum security to MoonPay Korea's full-stack on-chain infrastructure for Korean won stablecoins, from issuance to last-mile delivery, connected to MoonPay's global payments network

- Post-quantum security across the full stack: BTQ will serve as MoonPay Korea's security partner, helping prepare its Korean won stablecoin infrastructure for quantum-related threats across issuance support, distribution, wallets, settlement, and last-mile delivery to users and merchants.

- Joint roadmap and Korean banking proof of concept: The companies will develop a phased post-quantum security roadmap and conduct a proof of concept with Korean banking institutions, testing BTQ's Quantum Secure Stablecoin Network (QSSN) for quantum-safe transaction signing and key management.

- Connectivity to MoonPay's global network: MoonPay Korea's infrastructure links Korean won-backed stablecoins to a network serving more than 35 million customers in approximately 180 countries and more than 1,500 enterprise clients, supporting global distribution, cross-border settlement, and wallet access.

VANCOUVER, BC, Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- BTQ Technologies Corp. ("BTQ" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: BTQ) (CBOE CA: BTQ), a global technology company building the trust infrastructure for the quantum era, has announced a strategic partnership with MoonPay Korea, part of MoonPay Inc. ("MoonPay"), the leading global crypto payments network. Under the partnership, BTQ will serve as the security partner for MoonPay Korea's stablecoin infrastructure in Korea, with a focus on post-quantum cryptography ("PQC").

MoonPay Korea is building full-stack on-chain infrastructure for Korea's emerging won-backed stablecoin market, covering issuance support, distribution, wallet access, settlement, and currency conversion through to last-mile delivery to users and merchants. BTQ's role is to secure that stack against current and future threats, including the risk that quantum computing poses to the cryptography protecting digital assets.

The partnership brings BTQ into one of the most innovative infrastructure efforts in Korea's stablecoin market and connects it to a global network. MoonPay serves more than 35 million customers in approximately 180 countries and more than 1,500 enterprise clients. MoonPay Korea links Korean won-backed stablecoins to that network for distribution, cross-border settlement, and wallet access, so the infrastructure BTQ helps secure in Korea is designed to reach users and merchants worldwide.

The partnership scope includes:

- Quantum-transition roadmap. BTQ and MoonPay Korea will jointly develop a post-quantum security roadmap for MoonPay Korea's stablecoin infrastructure, covering a cryptographic inventory, risk prioritization, and a phased migration plan.

- QSSN proof of concept with Korean banks. Through MoonPay Korea, BTQ will run a proof of concept of its Quantum Secure Stablecoin Network ("QSSN") with Korean banking institutions, testing quantum-safe transaction signing and key management across the wallet and settlement infrastructure behind Korea's won-backed stablecoins.

- Security across the stack. The companies will work on post-quantum readiness across each layer of MoonPay Korea's infrastructure, from issuance and distribution to wallets and last-mile delivery.

- Collaboration with Korean financial institutions. BTQ will work alongside MoonPay Korea and its banking and institutional partners to support quantum-safe standards for Korea's won-backed stablecoin ecosystem.

"MoonPay's stablecoin capabilities span the full stack, from issuance support through settlement and distribution," said Bugeon Lee, Head of APAC at MoonPay. "MoonPay Korea is focused on delivering the last-mile services that allow Korean partners to put those capabilities to work. As our security partner, BTQ will help us develop a post-quantum security roadmap and evaluate how its technology can support the long-term resilience of that infrastructure."

"Stablecoin infrastructure in Korea is being built now, and security designed in from the start will last far longer than security retrofitted later," said Olivier Roussy Newton, Chief Executive Officer of BTQ Technologies. "MoonPay Korea is building one of the most complete stacks in the market, from issuance to last-mile delivery. Being its security partner puts BTQ's post-quantum technology directly into the infrastructure that won-backed stablecoins will run on."

Korea is advancing from bank-led stablecoin pilots toward domestic merchant adoption and cross-border settlement as its regulatory framework for won-backed stablecoins takes shape. MoonPay Korea supports the distribution, cross-border settlement, wallet access, and currency conversion infrastructure for this market. Woori Bank, Korea's oldest commercial bank, is the inaugural member of MoonPay Korea's KRW Stablecoin Consortium.

Stablecoins that carry a national currency, are held in self-custody wallets, and move across borders depend on cryptography for issuance permissions, key management, and transaction authority. Those systems need to remain secure well into the period when quantum computers are expected to threaten today's public-key cryptography. This makes post-quantum security a design requirement for Korea's stablecoin infrastructure, not a later upgrade.

Building on BTQ's stablecoin security footprint in Korea, the partnership extends BTQ's position in post-quantum security for Korea's digital asset infrastructure. BTQ previously announced that QSSN was selected as the core PQC security technology provider for a proof of concept with Finger Inc. and iM Bank. Developed on the Kaia mainnet, that project is South Korea's first bank-led Korean won stablecoin infrastructure incorporating post-quantum cryptography. BTQ has also entered into a commercial agreement with LINE NEXT and Kaia DLT Foundation to deploy QSSN across the Kaia ecosystem.

"Korea is setting the pace for regulated, bank-grade stablecoins, and the infrastructure decisions made now will define the market for years," said Youngsuk "Jeff" Choi, Chief Strategy Officer of BTQ Technologies. "MoonPay Korea is delivering the full stack, all the way to the last mile. It also connects Korea to MoonPay's global network. As its security partner, BTQ can make sure that stack is quantum-safe from the start. Combined with our work with Korean banks and fintechs, this puts QSSN at the center of how Korea's stablecoin infrastructure is secured."

Wallets, custody systems, and settlement networks rely on public-key cryptography to authorize transactions and protect keys. Sufficiently capable quantum computers are expected to break the elliptic-curve and RSA schemes those systems use today. For digital assets, the exposure is direct: a compromised signing key means a compromised asset.

QSSN is designed to bring post-quantum protection to transaction signing, key management, and settlement without disrupting existing user experiences or operational workflows. By working at the infrastructure layer, BTQ and MoonPay Korea aim to extend that protection to the issuers, banks, wallets, and merchants that connect to it.

About MoonPay

MoonPay is a global financial technology company that provides infrastructure for moving value across traditional and digital financial systems. Founded in 2019, MoonPay serves more than 35 million customers in 180 countries and more than 1,500 enterprise clients across crypto and fintech. Its products support payments, trading, commerce, stablecoin infrastructure, and other services that connect conventional payment networks with blockchain-based financial rails. MoonPay maintains regulatory licenses and authorizations in multiple jurisdictions, including the United States and the European Union. For more information, visit www.moonpay.com.

About BTQ

BTQ Technologies Corp. (Nasdaq: BTQ | Cboe CA: BTQ) is a quantum technology company focused on accelerating the transition from classical networks to the quantum internet. Backed by a broad patent portfolio and deep technical expertise, BTQ is developing a full-stack, neutral-atom quantum computing platform spanning hardware, middleware, and post-quantum security solutions for finance, telecommunications, logistics, life sciences, and defense.

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COGNITION Smart Data report finds buyers are willing to rethink size, location, and upfront price in exchange for lower long-term housing costs.

LAKE CITY, Colo., Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- New market intelligence from Green Builder Media's COGNITION Smart Data portal reveals that buyers are increasingly evaluating affordability through a different lens: what a home costs to own and operate every month.

The report, Full Cost, Not First Cost, Will Unlock Future Housing Affordability, draws on proprietary COGNITION Smart Data surveying of consumers, homeowners, and building professionals to uncover a substantial disconnect between what buyers can afford, what they value, and what the housing industry is delivering.

The homeownership dream remains surprisingly resilient. Half of renters surveyed expect to purchase a home in the future, with another 11.7% saying they probably will. But 41.7% of consumers say they realistically need a home priced below $200,000.

COGNITION data also reveals consumers are willing to make significant tradeoffs to achieve homeownership. Three of four respondents would move to find more affordable housing, while more than 40% would accept a home 25% smaller than the average new single-family home if it meant owning sooner.

Perhaps most significant is the changing definition of affordability itself. Buyers identified energy efficiency, optimized space, and smaller homes among the leading ways to reduce long-term housing costs.

"The affordability conversation has been dominated by purchase price, but that's only one part of what people actually pay to live in a home," says Jennifer Castenson, Vice President of COGNITION Smart Data and Market Analytics at Green Builder Media. "Our data shows an opportunity to rethink the housing product around total monthly cost, efficiency, durability, and right-sized design."

Full Cost, Not First Cost, Will Unlock Future Housing Affordability is available for free download. Want to learn more about COGNITION Smart Data? Take it for a spin here.

About COGNITION Smart Data

COGNITION Smart Data is Green Builder Media's market intelligence and data platform, tracking evolving consumer behaviors, emerging technologies, policy shifts, competitive benchmarks and market demand signals to help housing-industry organizations align products, messaging and innovation with changing market needs.

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Premium WiFi 7 technology now comes standard for every new Brightspeed fiber customer

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Brightspeed, the nation's third-largest fiber broadband builder empowering consumers and businesses with the country's fastest internet service,* announced that WiFi 7 is now standard on every Brightspeed fiber internet plan, giving new customers access to the latest generation of WiFi technology at no additional cost.

WiFi has become the connection behind nearly everything people do at home, from streaming and gaming to video calls, working, learning and managing smart-home devices. Brightspeed WiFi 7 is designed to make that connection faster and more responsive, especially as more devices compete for bandwidth at the same time.

"WiFi 7 is about more than faster speeds – it's about giving customers an internet experience that can keep up with everyday life at home," said Marge Jackson, president and chief marketing officer, Consumer Fiber. "We believe that customers shouldn't have to pay more or choose a premium plan to get a great WiFi experience. Making WiFi 7 standard across our fiber plans is one way we're delivering internet as it should be."

With WiFi 7 included in every Brightspeed fiber internet plan, new customers get access to technology designed to support the way people use the internet today without having to upgrade to a higher-priced tier. Whether one person is streaming in the living room, another is gaming upstairs or someone else is taking a video call from the kitchen, WiFi 7 is designed to help keep the connection performing when the home network is busy.

Key benefits of WiFi 7 include:

- Faster speeds: WiFi 7 can deliver speeds up to two times faster than WiFi 6, helping customers get more from their fiber connection for streaming, downloading and gaming.

- More reliable connections: WiFi 7 can use multiple frequency bands simultaneously, helping maintain a more stable connection as customers move throughout the home.

- More devices at once: WiFi 7 is designed to efficiently manage busy home networks, helping households stay connected across phones and laptops to TVs, gaming systems and smart-home technology.

- Lower lag: WiFi 7 is designed to reduce latency, or the delay between sending and receiving information, which can make a difference for video calls, online games and real-time apps.

- Smarter connectivity: WiFi 7 includes technology designed to help manage interference and crowded network environments.

What WiFi 7 means for Brightspeed customers

New eligible Brightspeed fiber customers will receive WiFi 7 as part of their fiber internet plan at no additional cost. New customers do not need to take any additional action to receive the technology. WiFi 7 compatible equipment is now included with new Brightspeed fiber internet plans at no additional cost.

Existing Brightspeed fiber customers may also be able to upgrade to WiFi 7, depending on their current service and equipment. Customers can log in to their Brightspeed account to check eligibility and available options or contact Brightspeed for assistance.

Brightspeed remains focused on improving the internet experience for all customers as it continues to expand and enhance its fiber network, which currently reaches more than 2.8 million locations, and continues to expand.

Customers can learn more about WiFi 7 technology and available options by visiting Brightspeed.com.

*The fastest internet based on the average download speeds measured by highspeedinternet.com speed tests (valid 05/19/26-05/18/27).

About Brightspeed

Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C. and with assets and associated operations in 20 states, Brightspeed provides broadband and telecommunications services through a network platform capable of serving more than 7.3 million homes and businesses. Our 4,000 employees are committed to building a future where more communities benefit from a more connected life, deploying a state-of-the-art fiber network and a customer experience that makes being connected as simple as it should be. For more information, please visit www.brightspeed.com.

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Renters insurance fills a critical gap that a landlord's policy does not cover, and many tenants in Sussex County do not realize it until after a loss.

MILLSBORO, Del., Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- What does renters insurance actually cover for tenants in Delaware, and why does it matter? A HelloNation article answers that question by outlining the key protections a renters policy provides and what gaps it fills for tenants across Sussex County.

The HelloNation article explains that many renters in Lewes, Milton, and Georgetown operate under a common misconception: that their landlord's insurance covers them. A landlord's policy protects the building and the property owner's liability interests. It does not cover a tenant's personal belongings. Furniture, electronics, clothing, kitchen equipment, and other personal items are outside the scope of what a property owner's policy addresses, and discovering that difference after a theft or a fire can be a costly surprise.

The article notes that renters insurance Delaware policies exist specifically to fill that gap. Personal property coverage is the core of any renters policy and can help pay to replace belongings that are stolen, damaged in a fire, or affected by certain water-related events. The article points out that theft is typically covered whether it occurs inside the apartment or in many cases from a vehicle, and smoke damage from a fire in a neighboring unit is another covered scenario that many tenants do not consider until it affects them.

Insurance Expert Chuck Hall, based in Millsboro, Delaware, contributed insights to the article on how renters across Sussex County frequently underestimate the total replacement value of their belongings until they are faced with replacing everything at once. The article describes two ways personal property is typically covered: actual cash value, which accounts for depreciation, and replacement cost, which pays what it would cost to buy the item new today. Replacement cost coverage usually carries a higher premium, but the article notes it can make a meaningful difference in what a policyholder actually receives after a significant loss.

Liability coverage is another component the HelloNation article addresses in detail. If a visitor is injured in a rented unit and pursues a claim, a renters policy can help cover legal costs and resulting damages. If a tenant accidentally causes a fire that spreads to neighboring units, liability coverage can apply there as well. Many renters in the Lewes Georgetown renters insurance market do not realize they need this protection until a situation arises that makes it clear.

Loss of use coverage is a benefit the article describes as less commonly discussed but potentially very important. If a rental unit becomes uninhabitable due to a covered event, this coverage can help pay for temporary housing and additional living expenses while repairs are made. For renters in Lewes and surrounding areas, where housing availability can shift significantly by season, that support can make a difficult situation more manageable.

The article also covers what renters insurance does not include. Flooding is typically excluded, just as it is with homeowners policies, and renters in low-lying coastal areas of Sussex County may want to investigate a separate flood policy. High-value items such as jewelry or expensive electronics may also require scheduled endorsements for full coverage.

For anyone evaluating renters insurance Sussex County options, the article recommends creating a basic inventory of personal belongings and estimating current replacement costs rather than original purchase prices. Understanding the deductible trade-off between premium cost and out-of-pocket exposure is also something the article identifies as an important step before purchasing a policy.

What Renters Insurance Covers for Tenants in Delaware features insights from Chuck Hall, Insurance Expert of Millsboro, Delaware, in HelloNation.

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The HelloNation Article Compares Family-Type Homes With Larger Assisted Living Communities to Help Families Weigh Senior Housing Options.

BINGHAMTON, N.Y., Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- What is a family-type home for adults? A HelloNation article answers that question, explaining how this small-scale senior housing option compares with larger assisted living communities.

The article describes a family-type home as a small residential setting where a limited number of older adults live together under one roof. Residents typically share meals and common spaces, and daily routines are shaped by a small group of housemates rather than a large facility.

These homes are often set inside a converted house in an established neighborhood, the article notes. That location can make it easier for family members to stop by for regular visits or short outings nearby.

A lower resident-to-caregiver ratio is one of the clearest differences the article highlights. It explains that a smaller staff can usually learn each resident's habits and preferences. That familiarity often creates a steadier daily rhythm around waking times, meals, and activities.

The article contrasts that setup with larger assisted living communities, which typically serve many more residents across multiple buildings or wings. Staff in those settings often work in shifts and rotate between sections, so residents may see a changing set of caregivers.

Social environment is another factor the article weighs carefully. Some residents thrive in a lively setting with organized activities and a wide social network. Others prefer the quieter, more personal feel of a smaller home where they know every housemate by name.

Daily living support can look different depending on staffing levels, according to the article. A smaller home can often adjust a resident's schedule on short notice, while a larger community may need more advance planning to shift a care plan.

Cost structures also vary between these settings, the article points out. Some communities charge a flat monthly rate, while others use a tiered pricing model that increases as a resident's needs grow over time.

The article suggests a family-type home may offer more predictable pricing, given its smaller scale and simpler operating structure. Even so, it recommends that families confirm exactly what services are included before committing to any provider.

Health and safety oversight matters no matter which setting a family chooses, the article explains. It recommends asking directly about licensing, inspection history, and staff training requirements during any visit.

Staff turnover is another detail worth asking about, according to the article. A home with long-tenured caregivers often points to a stable, well-managed environment, while high turnover can disrupt the consistency that daily support depends on.

A short trial stay, when a provider offers one, can also help a family confirm whether a setting feels right before making a long-term decision, the article adds.

Michelle Bell is a Senior Living Expert with The Homesteads in Binghamton, New York. She is featured in the article as the source of these insights on small-scale senior housing.

The insights shared by the Senior Living Expert focus on helping families compare setting, services, staffing, and individual needs before making a decision. The article adds that visiting in person and meeting current staff and residents can reveal more than a brochure or website ever will.

What Is a Family-Type Home for Adults? features insights from Michelle Bell, Senior Living Expert of Binghamton, New York, in HelloNation.

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