The new Kissimmee Film Commission will promote diverse filming locations, support productions and drive tourism-related economic impact.

KISSIMMEE, Fla., Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Experience Kissimmee announces the launch of Film Kissimmee, the official film commission for Osceola County. The commission is created to attract film, television, commercial and digital media productions, showcase the destination's diverse filming locations and expand opportunities for the local tourism economy.

Film Kissimmee will serve as a central resource for production companies, location managers and digital content creators seeking filming opportunities in Central Florida. The initiative connects industry professionals with a wide range of filming locations, local expertise and production resources to help bring stories to life in Osceola County.

"This initiative reflects the hard work of a team that saw an opportunity and took meaningful steps to bring it to life," said DT Minich, President and CEO of Experience Kissimmee. "Film Kissimmee creates a direct connection between our community and an industry that can drive visitation, support local businesses and introduce new audiences to everything Osceola County has to offer."

Nick Floyd, Experience Kissimmee's Manager of Video Production and the new Director of the Kissimmee Film Commission, will lead Film Kissimmee and oversee efforts to position Osceola County as a premier destination for film, television and commercial productions.

"Just as Osceola County is an excellent place to spend your vacation, we truly believe it is a diverse location for film and television production. And Film Kissimmee is us exploring that intersection between the two," said Floyd. "I'm beyond excited to kick off this new initiative, not just as an opportunity to showcase so many of our incredible partners, but to welcome fresh perspectives on our destination from filmmakers and producers."

One of Film Kissimmee's greatest strengths is the remarkable variety of filming environments available throughout Osceola County. Within a short distance, filmmakers can access a diverse collection of landscapes and settings that capture many sides of Florida, including natural waterways, cypress-lined wetlands, historic downtown streets, ranchlands, hospitality properties and modern innovation centers. Adding to this versatility is Kissimmee's expansive collection of vacation homes, offering filmmakers unique and production-ready settings ranging from luxurious estates and themed properties to contemporary residences and resort-style retreats, each providing distinctive backdrops for film, television and commercial productions.

To support the initiative's launch, Experience Kissimmee partnered with a professional location scout with more than 20 years of experience. The scout identified and documented more than 100 potential filming locations across Osceola County. These locations are being added to an online directory powered by Reel-Scout, an industry-leading location management platform that allows filmmakers to search available properties, review photography and access production-related information.

Beyond attracting film and television projects, Film Kissimmee is expected to create meaningful economic opportunities for local businesses. Production crews often require accommodations, dining, transportation, equipment rentals, supplies and a variety of support services while filming on location.

Those expenditures can generate additional business for hospitality operators and local service providers while supporting Experience Kissimmee's broader mission of driving tourism-related economic impact throughout Osceola County.

Looking ahead, Film Kissimmee plans to continue expanding its location database, developing educational resources for local partners and coordinating familiarization tours for producers and location managers across the United States. These tours will provide industry professionals with firsthand access to Osceola County's filming assets while fostering relationships with local businesses and property owners.

For more information about Film Kissimmee, visit filmkissimmee.com.

About Experience Kissimmee:

Experience Kissimmee, the official tourism authority for Osceola County, Florida, is dedicated to creating economic opportunities by driving tourism to the region. With a vision to be a trailblazer in destination marketing, Experience Kissimmee promotes Central Florida's diverse tourism experiences to the world. By attracting leisure travelers, meetings and conventions and sports events, the destination welcomes more than 10 million visitors annually, generating more than $11 billion in economic impact and supporting more than 41,000 local jobs. Experience Kissimmee helps position the region as a premier global destination. For more information, visit www.experiencekissimmee.com. 

About Kissimmee

Located at the heart of Florida, Kissimmee is 25 minutes from Orlando International Airport (MCO), close to world-famous theme parks and attractions, offers a variety of shopping and dining locations and provides access to natural spaces and outdoor adventures. Also known as the Vacation Home Capital of the World®, Kissimmee has approximately 50,000 options of accommodations, including sprawling hotels and resorts and more than 30,000 vacation homes ranging from two-bedroom condos to 15-bedroom mansions.

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Collaboration aims to accelerate development of the manufacturing and design capabilities needed for future nanostack generations

ALBANY, N.Y., Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, IBM (NYSE: IBM), in collaboration with Siemens, announced new research aimed at advancing IBM's nanostack architecture, a new transistor architecture unveiled by IBM earlier this year. The collaboration will bring together IBM's leadership in semiconductor device innovation and Siemens' expertise in electronic design automation (EDA), process simulation, lithography optimization, and advanced manufacturing software to accelerate the development of nanostack.

Nanostack is the industry's first known three-dimensional, nanosheet-based design, vertically stacking and staggering transistors to pack more transistors onto a chip, with nearly 100 billion transistors in a space the size of a fingernail at its current 7 angstrom node. The design also unlocks the use of different material combinations within each stacked layer to optimize performance and power efficiency of each transistor independent of the other. These innovations power substantial leaps in energy efficiency, performance, and SRAM scaling.

Earlier this year, IBM demonstrated the viability of the nanostack architecture. Now, additional advances are needed to prepare the technology for manufacturing and production at scale.

Through this collaboration, IBM and Siemens will work to advance the design, simulation, and lithography techniques needed for this and future nanostack generations beyond the current 7 angstrom node. The collaboration includes developing advanced virtual models of nanostack in order to model performance, optimize designs, and address fabrication challenges before chips are built.

"Nanostack is a scalable transistor platform designed to shift device scaling from 2D to 3D, representing a new paradigm for the semiconductor industry and a path forward for the logic scaling needed to support AI and other emerging technologies over the coming decade," said Huiming Bu, Vice President of Silicon Technology R&D, IBM. "We are thrilled to work with Siemens as we continue to advance this technology and explore new approaches to extend angstrom-level scaling with nanostack."

"Scaling semiconductors into the angstrom era demands tightly coupled co-optimization between device physics, EDA design and manufacturing software, and manufacturing. As physical AI places extraordinary demands on silicon architecture, IBM's 3D nanostack design represents a pivotal leap forward," said Ankur Gupta, Executive Vice President, EDA IC Portfolio, Siemens. "Siemens' collaboration with IBM to advance virtual modeling, simulation, lithography, and design software optimizations needed to address physical limitations early and accelerate the development of these complex architectures is truly pioneering."

By combining IBM's semiconductor leadership with Siemens' advanced EDA software and simulation technologies, the companies aim to accelerate technology development cycles and advance the manufacturing foundation necessary for bringing nanostack toward production.

About IBM

IBM is a leading provider of global hybrid cloud and AI, and consulting expertise. We help clients in more than 175 countries capitalize on insights from their data, streamline business processes, reduce costs and gain the competitive edge in their industries. Thousands of governments and corporate entities in critical infrastructure areas such as financial services, telecommunications and healthcare rely on IBM's hybrid cloud platform and Red Hat OpenShift to affect their digital transformations quickly, efficiently and securely. IBM's breakthrough innovations in AI, quantum computing, industry-specific cloud solutions and consulting deliver open and flexible options to our clients. All of this is backed by IBM's long-standing commitment to trust, transparency, responsibility, inclusivity and service. Visit www.ibm.com for more information.

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As enterprises put AI to work across their core business operations, BCS joins a select group of global technology providers whose AI governance has been independently audited against the international standard.

CHENNAI, India, Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Business Core Solutions (BCS), the agentic system integrator behind the Symphony agentic orchestration platform and ProxyN's digital coworkers, today announced it has achieved ISO/IEC 42001:2023 certification, the international standard for AI management systems. Awarded after an independent audit by BSI, the certification gives customers assurance that the way BCS responsibly design and develop, tests and oversees its AI agents and AI capabilities has been independently certified against an international benchmark.

Agentic AI adoption is accelerating. Enterprises are moving from AI assistants that suggest to AI agents that act, across finance, procurement, supply chain, sales, customer service, HR, asset management, security and compliance. As AI takes on more of that work, boards, procurement and security teams want evidence that it is governed. With this certification, BCS becomes one of an estimated 350 organizations worldwide to hold ISO/IEC 42001.

"AI is moving from the innovation lab into the heart of how enterprises operate. That shift demands a higher standard of trust. ISO/IEC 42001 is independent confirmation that BCS governs AI with the same discipline our customers apply to their own finances, security and compliance," said Prakash Palani, Founder and CTO, Business Core Solutions.

The certification covers how BCS builds and runs AI across its portfolio, from Symphony, its agentic orchestration platform, to the digital coworkers deployed by ProxyN, its agentic arm.

The BSI audit assessed how BCS governs AI across its full lifecycle, from the policies and accountability that set the rules, to risk assessment before anything is built, to the testing, controls and human oversight that apply once AI is in production. It is also confirmed that these practices are followed in daily operation, not just documented. For customers, the result is independent assurance that the AI agents and AI capabilities they rely on are governed to a recognized global benchmark.

"When a business hires a ProxyN digital coworker, it is trusting AI to do real work inside its operations. We take accountability for that work, and accountability starts with governance. This certification gives our customers independent assurance that every digital coworker we deploy is built and run the right way," said Arul Arogyanathan, Founding CEO, ProxyN.

About Business Core Solutions

Business Core Solutions (BCS) is an agentic system integrator that helps global enterprises orchestrate, govern and run their operations with AI. Its platforms, including Symphony for IT and business process orchestration, Anugal for Identity Governance and Access Orchestration, deKorvai for Data Quality Orchestration, and Mugil for AI-Powered Cyber Defence Orchestration, serve global enterprises across industries. An SAP Gold Partner with expertise across SAP, Salesforce, OpenText and cloud, BCS has more than 550 people across the United States, Europe, India and Australia, and serves more than 60 enterprise clients.

Learn more at www.businesscoresolutions.com.

About ProxyN

ProxyN, the agentic arm of Business Core Solutions, changes how enterprises adopt AI: instead of buying platforms, they hire digital coworkers to deliver agreed business outcomes. Each digital coworker is built by Forward Deployment Engineers who bring deep domain expertise, deployed inside the customer's existing systems, and governed so that every action is authorised, logged and reversible. Delivered as Agentic Service as a Software™, ProxyN's library of 45+ digital coworkers spans 9 value chains across finance, procurement, supply chain, sales, HR, security and compliance.

Learn more at www.proxyn.ai.

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Delays, Not Cancellations: Permitting Emerges as the Main Near-Term Risk to the AI Data

Center Buildout

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a recently published report by Dell'Oro Group, the trusted source for market information about the telecommunications, security, networks, and data center industries, the worldwide Data Center Physical Infrastructure (DCPI) market grew 27 percent year-over-year (Y/Y) to $14 billion in manufacturer revenue in 2Q 2026. The quarter extended the market's run of growth above 20 percent, as demand for AI data center capacity continued to outpace supply. The modest slowdown from 1Q 2026 reflects a tougher comparison, not softer demand. This is also the first quarterly report under a new five-segment customer structure that breaks out hyperscalers, other cloud providers including neoclouds, colocation, telco, and enterprise.

"The quarter's loudest debate was whether the AI data center buildout is being cancelled; the quieter and more consequential one is whether it will be permitted," said Alex Cordovil, Research Director at Dell'Oro Group.

"The hyperscalers' spending plans leave little doubt about demand, but power, long-lead equipment, and community opposition are all stretching project timelines. We now regard siting and permitting as the most serious near-term brake on the market, and the timing of permits and grid interconnections is harder to call than the demand behind them," add Cordovil.

Additional highlights from the 2Q 2026 Data Center Physical Infrastructure Quarterly Report:

- Thermal Management Leads DCPI Growth: Thermal Management remained the fastest-growing segment, expanding more than 40 percent Y/Y and matching its record share of DCPI revenue. Liquid Cooling, led by Direct Liquid Cooling (DLC), and Heat Rejection—the chillers that reject heat outside the building—both outpaced the segment.

- UPS and Busway Track AI Buildout: UPS revenue grew about 20 percent Y/Y, with gains concentrated in large three-phase systems as AI data halls standardize on megawatt-class power blocks. Vendors are also moving toward medium-voltage designs and preparing for 800 VDC power architectures. Busway remained the preferred overhead power train for AI clusters, with supply, not demand, the binding constraint.

- Hyperscalers, Neoclouds, and Colocation Anchor Demand: Under the new customer structure, Colocation was the largest customer segment, followed by Hyperscalers. Other Cloud—home to the neoclouds and AI model builders—grew fastest, with AI-specialized cloud roughly doubling Y/Y. Enterprise continued to lose share. North America remained the market's center of gravity, while EMEA accelerated to its fastest growth since 2021 on European colocation and sovereign AI projects.

- Power and Cooling M&A Continues: Ecolab closed its acquisition of liquid cooling specialist CoolIT Systems in July. Vertiv agreed to acquire behind-the-meter power and microgrid provider UtilityInnovation Group, and SLB agreed to acquire heat-exchanger maker Kelvion, as suppliers push further into on-site power and heat rejection.

- Data Center Permitting Goes Statewide: Since the quarter closed, community opposition has turned into statewide policy. New York imposed the first statewide data center moratorium in July, and Pennsylvania removed data centers from its fast-track permitting program in August. Texas ordered an audit of data center projects in the ERCOT interconnection queue, delaying the first batch of large-load studies.

Dell'Oro Group's Data Center Physical Infrastructure quarterly report provides a complete overview of the Data Center Physical Infrastructure market. This covers market sizes and forecasts for uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), thermal management (including heat rejection), cabinet power distribution and busway, rack power distribution, IT racks and containment, and software and services. Allocation of manufacturer revenues by hyperscaler, other cloud, colocation, telco, and enterprise customer segments is also provided. The report also shares insights into market trends, future outlook, and competitive landscape. For more information about the report, please contact us at [email protected].

Dell'Oro Group is a market research firm that specializes in strategic competitive analysis in the telecommunications, security, enterprise networks, and data center infrastructure markets. Our firm provides in-depth quantitative data and qualitative analysis to facilitate critical, fact-based business decisions. For more information, contact Dell'Oro Group at +1.650.622.9400 or visit www.delloro.com.

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Lassa expands its winter tyre range for passenger cars and SUVs with Snoways 5 and Competus Winter 3

Lassa, the international tyre brand of Brisa, Türkiye's tyre industry leader has introduced Snoways 5 and Competus Winter 3, two new winter tyres developed for passenger cars and SUVs. The products combine Lassa's NextGen technologies, which support sustainability while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and performance.

ISTANBUL, Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The advanced winter performance of Lassa's new Snoways 5 and Competus Winter 3 has been engineered to meet the evolving needs of drivers and markets across passenger car and SUV segments. Supported by Lassa's NextGen technologies, Snoways 5 has also earned the TÜV Performance Mark, validating its strong performance in key winter and wet handling criteria.

Both products feature Lassa's EV Ready marking, highlighting their suitability for electric and hybrid vehicles as well as conventional cars.

Enhanced winter performance with Snoways 5

Snoways 5 is designed to deliver greater control on snowy and wet roads, together with long-lasting performance. Compared to its predecessor, the new pattern provides enhanced snow, wet and wear performance which have also been validated through independent TÜV testing. The tyre also moves up one level in its rolling resistance label, helping reduce energy loss and supporting more efficient mobility.

Independent test authority TÜV SÜD confirms that Snoways 5 delivers measurable advantages over the competitor average across key winter and wet-weather performance criteria, including snow acceleration, snow braking, lateral snow grip, aquaplaning, wet braking and lateral wet grip, while also achieving lower rolling resistance. Among its most significant advancements are approximately 4% better aquaplaning performance and 3% improvements in both snow acceleration and lateral snow grip.

Competus Winter 3 brings the platform to SUVs

Competus Winter 3 extends Lassa's new winter design to SUVs, adapting Snoways 5's pattern design and technical features to meet the demands of larger, heavier vehicles. Developed specifically for SUV car users, it delivers confident braking and controlled handling on snowy and wet roads. Featuring next-generation winter technology, Competus Winter 3 delivers enhanced snow performance, improved wet-road performance and greater fuel efficiency. Its EV-Ready design makes it suitable for both electric and hybrid vehicles, while helping SUV drivers stay confident and in control throughout the winter season.

Broader size availability

Responding to the growing demand for larger rim sizes driven by the increasing popularity of SUVs and the evolving vehicle parc, Lassa has significantly expanded its winter tyre range. Snoways 5 is available in 46 sizes from 15 to 21 inches, while Competus Winter 3 is available in 42 sizes from 16 to 21 inches.

With the expanded line-up, Lassa's coverage of European passenger car and SUV winter tyre fitments is set to reach 84%, while coverage for 18-inch and larger fitments will increase to 75%.

Snoways 5 and Competus Winter 3 will be available across Lassa markets during the 2026 winter season.

About Lassa Tyres & Brisa

Operating in more than 80 countries through over 6,000 points of sale, Turkish tyre leader Lassa is Brisa's international tyre brand, a joint venture of Bridgestone Corporation and Sabancı Holding.

For more information on Lassa Tyres, please visit: http://www.lassa.com.

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Capacity Sports Group Expands Its Multisport Operations at LakePoint Sports

Popular sports destination near Atlanta joins Capacity's growing portfolio, bringing nationally recognized events to 170,000-square-foot indoor venue

ATLANTA, Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Capacity Sports Group, a leading youth sports company that brings together proven operators, established event brands and sports destinations, today announced the expansion of its multisport operations at LakePoint Sports, adding the Champions Center Indoor Pavilion and Publix Fields to its growing portfolio. Located in Emerson, Ga., near Atlanta, LakePoint Sports is one of the nation's premier youth sports destinations, drawing athletes and families from across the globe.

Prep Baseball, part of Capacity Sports Group, has operated tournaments at LakePoint since 2019, including the National Program Invitational, National Championships and Future Games. Through this transaction, Capacity Sports Group now owns the 78-acre property comprising the Baseball Village and Publix Fields and holds a lease to operate the Champions Center. The expanded role builds on Capacity's established baseball presence and creates opportunities to grow programming across additional sports.

Welcoming millions of guests annually, LakePoint Sports is anchored by three signature venues. The Baseball Village features eight major league-sized synthetic turf fields, while the 170,000-square-foot Champions Center Indoor Pavilion accommodates 12 basketball courts or 24 volleyball courts. Publix Fields provides three multiuse turf fields for sports including soccer, lacrosse and football.

"LakePoint brings together exceptional facilities, established events and experienced people that are at the heart of what we're building at Capacity," said Ken Kocher, CEO of Capacity Sports Group. "Our success in baseball provides a strong foundation to grow across more sports and communities. Expanding our role at LakePoint is a significant step, and our focus is on supporting the people and programming that make it a destination families want to return to."

Capacity Sports Group was introduced in January 2026 following the merger of Prep Baseball and Bullpen Ventures, building on a relationship between their leadership teams dating to 2010. The combined organization includes Prep Baseball tournaments and showcases, Top Tier teams and Bullpen's multisport experiences, connecting scouting, showcases, media and player development with tournament programming and venue operations.

The company's strategic focus spans baseball, softball, soccer, lacrosse, volleyball and flag football. Since its launch, Capacity has added Play9 Sports, United Sports, YSC Sports, Sideline Soccer Solutions and Flag Football Life. Those additions have expanded its capabilities across Midwest baseball and softball tournaments, Philadelphia-area multisport facilities, soccer events and flag football leagues and competitions.

"Athletes and coaches know LakePoint for the competition, and families remember the experience they have here," said Blake Hibler, president of Capacity Sports Group. "Our teams have been part of that through Prep Baseball's events. Bringing the facilities and programming closer together allows us to build on that experience and draw on expertise across Capacity."

About Capacity Sports Group

Capacity Sports Group brings together experienced youth sports operators, established event brands and quality sports facilities to create experiences that athletes, families, coaches and communities trust. Introduced in January 2026 following the merger of Prep Baseball and Bullpen Ventures, Capacity connects venue operations, tournaments, teams, scouting and media to support athletes throughout their development. Its family of businesses includes Prep Baseball, Bullpen Tournaments, Prep Baseball Tournaments, Top Tier, Play9 Sports, United Sports, YSC Sports, Sideline Soccer Solutions, Flag Football Life and LakePoint Sports. Its vision is to raise the standard of amateur sports for every athlete and everyone invested in their journey. Learn more at capacitysportsgroup.com.

About LakePoint Sports

LakePoint Sports, the premier travel and youth sports destination in the country, is home to three premium venues: the Champions Center Indoor Pavilion, Baseball Village, and the Publix Fields. Focused on delivering excellence in the guest experience and fostering world-class partnerships, LakePoint annually hosts millions of guests from across the globe and attracts athletes to compete against the nation's best. Leveraging influential media platforms and pioneering innovative technology, LakePoint Sports is dedicated to setting the standard in travel and youth sports. To learn more, visit LakePointSports.com.

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Leading experts examine what is happening now, what could happen next, and what it means for global systems.

NEW YORK, Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mackinder Forum announces a new lecture series, Taking Stock, offering rigorous analysis of the wars, tensions, and potential conflicts shaping the global strategic landscape.

Designed for national security professionals, entrepreneurs, academics, and others who are looking for serious geopolitical analysis, the twice-monthly digital series will connect current events to the broader questions they raise for business, policy, history and the global balance of power.

Mackinder Forum president, Leonard Hochberg says, "As current conflicts evolve and potentially move toward conclusions, others appear on the horizon. Military outcomes will shape how these wars end, but they will also dictate the negotiations, domestic politics, alliances, economic pressures, and other forces that will influence what happens next. The Taking Stock series asks two fundamental questions: Where do the United States and its allies stand today, and what can we see around the corner?"

The twice-monthly digital series begins October 21, 2026, with Gordon Chang presenting Taking Stock I: China's Project to Annex Taiwan and the Pacific Ocean.

Future lectures will cover topics including the war in Ukraine, the Middle East, and security on NATO's eastern flank.

A full list of topics and the registration link for the free lecture series https://mackinderforum.org/mackinder-forum-events

About the Mackinder Forum

For 25 years, the Mackinder Forum has brought together members of the business, military, and academic communities to provide a forum for discussing the ideas of Halford Mackinder and other classic geopolitical thinkers – and then applying them to today's strategic and commercial landscapes.

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Everyday Electric (formerly Renew Home) partners with Lennox to bring residential customers energy insights and bill savings through intelligent and subtle temperature adjustments

RICHARDSON, Texas and SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lennox (NYSE: LII) and Everyday Electric today announced a partnership designed to help households lower heating and cooling costs while prioritizing comfort.

Lennox is a leader in home comfort solutions, helping homeowners enjoy reliable, energy-efficient comfort and greater peace of mind through innovative cooling, heating, indoor air quality, and water heating systems. Everyday Electric operates the largest residential virtual power plant (VPP) in the U.S., offering solutions that simplify home savings and support a more reliable, cost-effective grid.

Energy demand is growing faster than predicted and new grid infrastructure is expensive to build, contributing to rising costs and household bills. Everyday Electric and Lennox are partnering to help address these challenges, integrating savings capabilities from Everyday Electric directly into Lennox smart thermostats. Expected to launch in 2027, eligible Lennox customers will be able to:

- Turn on features to automatically save on energy bills and earn utility rewards (where available) through subtle and personalized temperature adjustments when energy prices or demand are high, helping customers lower heating and cooling costs while staying comfortable.1

- Always stay in control by updating savings preferences or adjusting the temperature on the thermostat or Lennox Home app at any time.

- Access savings insights and recommendations in the Lennox Home app to understand how their smart thermostat is helping them save, and receive tailored recommendations for new opportunities.

"This partnership combines Lennox's leadership in HVAC efficiency with Everyday Electric's expertise in customer-centric energy savings," said Sarah Martin, EVP and President of Lennox Home Comfort Solutions. "Together, with our shared focus on customer experience, we are making it easier for households to reduce energy costs while staying comfortable, through adjustments that fit naturally into everyday life."

Through this integration, Lennox customers join more than 6 million households already benefiting from Everyday Electric's energy management and savings features. Lennox will extend the capabilities to new smart thermostat owners as well as to the more than 1 million Lennox smart thermostats already installed in homes today.

This comfort-first approach makes it easy for households to turn on savings adjustments that can help lower their energy bills, especially when it matters most. Each adjustment, when taken together, scales into power plant-sized capacity that can help lower costs for everyone.

"Lennox is one of the most trusted names in home comfort. Together we're helping customers save without asking them to do anything extra," said Ben Brown, CEO of Everyday Electric. "When you meet people where they are, keeping comfort intact and not asking them to compromise, that's when energy programs actually work for the households they're meant to serve. It's how we help more families save money and get rewarded for the value they're already creating for the grid."

The companies expect to begin rolling out integrated features through Lennox products in 2027.

About Lennox

Lennox (NYSE: LII) is a leader in energy-efficient building solutions and is committed to creating healthier and more comfortable environments. Serving residential and commercial customers, the company delivers innovative heating, cooling, indoor air quality, refrigeration, and water heating systems. Through trusted products, parts, and services, and advanced technology, Lennox delivers connected solutions that support the full lifecycle of customer needs. Additional information is available at www.lennox.com.

About Everyday Electric

Everyday Electric provides solutions that simplify home energy savings and support a stronger grid. Operating the largest residential VPP in the U.S., Everyday Electric coordinates 6 GW+2 of capacity across connected products, including smart thermostats, electric vehicles, solar, and storage. By taking an industry-leading approach that works with daily life across the whole home, Everyday Electric is building a more resilient grid that can lower costs for everyone. Learn more at EverydayElectric.com.

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1 Total online homes currently enrolled in one or more Everyday Electric programs.

2 Total estimated load shift potential from a one-hour peak summer event with all active homes currently enrolled in one or more Everyday Electric programs.

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Midwest retailer adds another convenient payment option for eligible shoppers

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Meijer announced today it now accepts evermore over-the-counter (OTC) spend cards, expanding the ways eligible Medicare customers can use qualifying supplemental health plan benefits to purchase covered OTC products and other plan-approved items.

The new direct integration with evermore makes it easier for participating Medicare plan members to shop for approved health and wellness items at Meijer, including eligible OTC products and other items covered under their specific plan benefits.

"At Meijer, we are committed to helping customers take care of their health in convenient, affordable, and accessible ways," said Jackie Morse, Group Vice President of Pharmacy and Health at Meijer. "By accepting evermore OTC spend cards, we're giving eligible customers another simple way to use the benefits available through their health plans while shopping for the everyday essentials, healthy foods, and wellness products they need."

The integration comes as many Medicare Advantage plans continue to offer supplemental benefits that help seniors purchase approved items designed to support their health and well-being.

Customers should refer to their health plan materials or contact their plan provider for details about eligible products, available balances, and benefit timing.

"Meijer has spent more than 90 years earning a place in Midwest households," said Jared Childs, VP of Growth at evermore. "They have become a beloved destination where families do their shopping — food, pharmacy, everyday essentials, all in one stop, and by expanding evermore's card acceptance to Meijer, we're opening up access across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, and Wisconsin, core markets for the people we serve."

For more information, customers can visit their local Meijer store or contact their Medicare plan provider to confirm card eligibility and covered items.

About Meijer: Meijer is a privately owned, family-operated retailer that serves customers at more than 500 supercenters, grocery stores, neighborhood markets, and express locations throughout the Midwest. As the pioneer of the one-stop shopping concept, more than 70,000 Meijer team members work hard to deliver a friendly, seamless in-store and online shopping experience featuring an assortment of fresh foods, high-quality apparel, household essentials, and health and wellness products and services. Meijer is consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work and annually donates at least 6 percent of its profit to strengthen its communities. Additional information on the company can be found by visiting newsroom.meijer.com.

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CHICAGO, Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CSG Government Solutions, a national leader in government program modernization, today announced that Sean Kasten, Vice President and National Healthcare and Human Services Practice Director, has been named among The Top Healthcare Consultants and Leaders of 2026 by The Consulting Report.

The Top Healthcare Consultants and Leaders list recognizes consultants and industry leaders who influence decisions about how care is delivered, financed, and supported. The awardees were selected based on their depth of specialized experience, advisory impact, industry influence, and leadership within their firm.

Kasten joined CSG in 2010 and has made a significant impact on CSG's growth and national reputation, taking on increasing responsibilities as a Senior Project Manager for healthcare projects and as Child Welfare Practice Lead before moving into his current role. Currently, he leads CSG's portfolio of complex state government technology and program modernization initiatives across Medicaid, integrated eligibility, health information technology, health insurance marketplace, and other programs to improve service delivery and operational effectiveness. His leadership strengthens our culture by motivating our project teams to produce high-quality work that advances the goals of our clients.

"Sean is respected in the industry for his leadership in helping our state government clients stay ahead of rapidly changing requirements in Medicaid and other HHS programs.," says John Walsworth, CSG's Chief Executive Officer. "We are proud to see him earn this well-deserved recognition."

About CSG Government Solutions:

CSG Government Solutions is a leading government operations consulting firm that helps state agencies manage complex projects to modernize the information technology and organizational processes of large government programs. Since 1997, CSG has helped states across the U.S. enhance their capabilities and achieve efficiencies in wide-ranging government enterprises. For more information, visit www.csgdelivers.com and connect with us on LinkedIn.

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