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akoyaGO Launches New Initiative, Turning Every Booth Visit Into a Nonprofit Donation
akoyaGO has launched akoyaGO Gives, an initiative that replaces traditional conference swag with direct donations to local nonprofits. At each conference this season, attendees can scan a QR code at the akoyaGO booth and choose from vetted local nonprofits — often recommended by akoyaGO's own foundation clients — and the company donates $5 on their behalf. - September 15, 2026 - akoyaGO
Siift Launches the New Business OS - The Executive Filter That Turns Ideas Into Traction
siift launches a New Business OS to help entrepreneurs filter through the noise and focus on the right things that actually drive business progress. After 10+ years as founders across 5x startups, the siift team built this tool to address the new challenges facing the entrepreneur landscape due to AI; weaving in the best practices of startups and entrepreneurship with the convenience of AI tools, into a balanced system that compounds clarity, confidence and leverage. - September 04, 2026 - siift
e:cue Joins Built-On Databricks Partner Program as Bronze Tier Partner, Powering Data Transformation for GTM Leaders
e:cue (Path Ahead, Inc.), the AI data intelligence platform behind Cue, has joined the Databricks Built On partner program as a Bronze partner. As a Built On partner, e:cue conducts all data transformation on the Databricks Lakehouse — giving GTM leaders in education, EdTech, and training access to enterprise-grade data infrastructure without the internal data team it normally requires. - September 02, 2026 - Path Ahead, Inc., d/b/a e:cue
iVendNext Announces Version 2.0 With AI, Marketplace Apps and New Retail Capabilities
The latest release adds AI & Automation, Marketplace Apps, new modules, Retail upgrades and country-specific capabilities for modern retailers. - August 20, 2026 - iVendNext
Reelow CRM Launches AI That Can Actually Book Moving Jobs
Reelow CRM has released an AI sales rep built for moving companies. The AI answering service answers every inbound call, calls new web leads back within moments, follows up on sent quotes, gathers a room-by-room inventory, quotes the company's real rates, sends written estimates by text and email with a deposit link, and books the move directly into the moving company CRM, 24 hours a day, with no missed calls and no missed follow-ups. - August 11, 2026 - Reelow
NestWatch Launches AI-Powered Home Watch Software with GPS-Verified Visits, Automated Reports, and Built-In Billing for Home Watch Companies
NestWatch, a software platform built for professional home watch businesses, is now available at nestwatch.ai. Operators run GPS-verified inspections from their phone, send AI-drafted reports that homeowners read in a branded online portal, and get paid with built-in invoicing and card-on-file auto-pay. Every account begins with a free trial that requires no credit card. - August 03, 2026 - NestWatch
New SumatoSoft Research: Workflow Redesign - Not Technology - is What Moves Enterprise AI from Pilot to Production
Survey of 72 leaders across 30+ industries finds data quality is the top readiness gap and human oversight is near-universal. - August 03, 2026 - SumatoSoft
The Huge Investment in Computer Centers Will Have Unexpected Results
In a just-published book The Limits of AI, author William Meisel argues that the huge investments in computer centers to create the next generation of Artificial Intelligence will fail in that objective, but the resulting dramatic growth in inexpensive computing power available will create an unexpected revolution in how humans connect with computers. - July 27, 2026 - William Meisel
AiBusinessTeam Introduces “Email That Works Back” with Intelligent Routing and AI Auto-Replies
AiBusinessTeam’s Team Inbox gives businesses a dedicated @aibusinessteam.ai address that can understand incoming emails, organize files and requests, create tasks, route information, and send intelligent replies based on the owner’s instructions. Messages outside those instructions remain available for review, giving owners automation without surrendering control. - July 17, 2026 - AiBusinessTeam
As Students Head Back to School, My School Partner Launches to Help Schools Keep the Sponsors They Count on
Arriving in time for the new school year, the platform gives schools and their local business sponsors one shared place to track sponsorships, prove they were delivered, and keep partners coming back year after year. - July 14, 2026 - My School Partner
BadRep Emails Launches to Help Marketers Track and Search Their Competitors' Email Campaigns
BadRep Emails is a new competitive-intelligence platform that captures the emails brands send their subscribers and turns them into a searchable archive. Email and lifecycle marketers can study rivals' welcome flows, promotions, and messaging in one place instead of managing burner inboxes and manual screenshots. - July 03, 2026 - BadRep Emails
ScheduleBot Unveils Bold New Brand Identity as It Scales Into the Leading AI Platform for Home Service Operators
ScheduleBot, the AI-powered scheduling and lead conversion platform for multi-location home service operators, has unveiled a bold new brand identity. The refreshed logo, modern navy and orange palette, and updated design system reflect the company's rapid growth and its mission to help HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and roofing businesses turn every lead into a booked job. The new look is live now across ScheduleBot's digital properties, with the same platform results customers already trust. - June 26, 2026 - ScheduleBot
Emorphis Technologies Launches WorkXpace, a Business Command Center for Growing Companies
WorkXpace helps CEOs and business leaders gain real-time operational visibility across sales, workforce, projects, and business execution through one unified command center. - June 16, 2026 - Emorphis Technologies
Emorphis Technologies Launches 45-Day Internal AI Challenge to Drive Innovation Across Departments
Emorphis Technologies launches a 45-day internal AI innovation challenge, encouraging cross-functional teams to develop impactful AI-powered solutions across healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, agriculture, HR, and accessibility. - June 16, 2026 - Emorphis Technologies
Agent4Agent Launches to Fix the Broken Referral System in Real Estate
Agent4Agent has launched to simplify real estate referrals. Built by experienced agents, the platform helps users connect, send referrals, and track deals from start to closing in one place. It replaces scattered DMs and spreadsheets with a clear, reliable system, giving agents more control, visibility, and confidence in their referral business. - May 07, 2026 - Agent4Agent
Intelligent Voice AI Named to CIO Review's Top Artificial Intelligence Companies of 2026
Intelligent Voice AI, LLC (IVAI), developer of the Evolve AI Agents platform, has been recognized by CIO Review magazine as one of the Top Artificial Intelligence Companies of 2026. The recognition highlights IVAI's work deploying agentic AI voice agents across healthcare, insurance, legal and home services verticals. - April 28, 2026 - Intelligent Voice AI
Emorphis Technologies Strengthens Service Delivery with Strategic Office Relocation
Emorphis Technologies celebrated the shift to its new Indore office with enthusiasm, bringing teams together to mark an advance chapter of innovation and collaboration. The occasion reflected the company’s journey, people-first culture, and continued focus on building impactful AI-driven solutions. - April 17, 2026 - Emorphis Technologies
Rierino Launches Community Edition for Agentic Backend Development
Rierino has launched Community Edition of its execution-first low-code platform for agentic backend development. Available via AWS Marketplace, it gives developers hands-on access to visual workflow design, reusable logic components, integrations, API-ready services, and support for diverse AI model strategies including hosted and local models. - April 15, 2026 - Rierino
Zaivio Launches Live Event Series to Support Platform Growth and Investor Engagement
Zaivio has launched its new Zaivio Live Event Series, a structured set of recurring sessions designed to provide deeper insight into the platform, its growth strategy, and participation opportunities. The series is accessible through the newly released/live page, which serves as the central hub... - April 02, 2026 - Zaivio
Miami Founder Launches Centro, the First AI-Powered Bilingual Platform for Youth Soccer Clubs
After running a youth soccer academy in South Florida and juggling seven disconnected tools for registration, payments, and communication, Centro's founder built what the market was missing: a single bilingual platform with AI-powered coaching tools, designed for the clubs that every major software company overlooks. Centro launches ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with full English and Spanish support. - March 31, 2026 - Centro
akoyaGO Names Mark Montoya CEO to Lead Next Era of Technology-Driven Impact
akoyaGO has named Mark Montoya Chief Executive Officer to lead its next phase of growth as foundations increasingly turn to technology to drive impact. A former President and Chief Experience Officer, Montoya has helped strengthen operations and expand the company’s client base. With deep experience in philanthropy, he will guide akoyaGO’s continued focus on innovation, client success, and helping foundations operate more strategically. - March 24, 2026 - akoyaGO
cirQQles Launches Three-Tier Revenue Model to Improve Lead-to-Customer Conversion
Marketing today drives engagement but fails to convert it into revenue due to poor follow-up and limited pipeline visibility. cirQQles addresses this with a three-tier model—DIY, Managed Services, and RAAS—supported by Q-Revenue, which centralizes lead management and ensures consistent, accountable conversion across the customer lifecycle. - March 21, 2026 - cirQQles
KUKUI Launches Industry’s First Comprehensive AI Education Initiative for Independent Auto Repair Shops
KUKUI has launched a new AI education initiative to help independent auto repair shop owners better understand and responsibly use artificial intelligence tools. The program includes a free guide, a biweekly blog series, and expanded conference education focused on evaluating AI-generated insights and applying AI effectively in shop marketing and business decisions. - March 12, 2026 - KUKUI
akoyaGO Announces Multi-Year Platform Transformation
Over the past several years, akoyaGO has transformed its platform, processes, and team to deliver a more connected, predictable, and reliable foundation management experience. Through operational discipline, standardized implementations, and an integrated product ecosystem, akoyaGO now supports nearly 200 foundations with a 99.9% retention rate — reflecting a long-term commitment to modern philanthropy and stronger client partnership. - March 01, 2026 - akoyaGO
Baanda Introduces an Always-Open Digital Community Bazaar for Local Small Businesses
Baanda is a digital platform designed to help local makers and small businesses connect with nearby customers through proximity-based discovery and practical, real-world tools. Built for use both online and at physical locations such as storefronts and market stalls, Baanda supports independent sellers with workflows that fit day-to-day operations. The company is based in Southern California and is expanding into additional regions. - February 26, 2026 - Baanda, Inc.
Harvard-Incubated Start-Up Ibex Announces AI-Powered LinkedIn Client Acquisition Service
Ibex, a client acquisition agency backed by the Harvard Innovation Lab, officially announced its AI-powered LinkedIn client acquisition service, which has already been helping small businesses, solopreneurs, and software startups generate new clients. The service combines targeted outreach with... - January 26, 2026 - Ibex
KADO Digital Business Cards Announces New AI-Powered Features and Enhanced Web Experience to Improve Professional Networking
Discover KADO’s latest updates, including AI Scanner (beta), contact tags, faster card sharing, Stripe billing, and a refreshed web experience. - January 22, 2026 - KADO
Emorphis Technologies Unveils Enterprise-Ready AI Solutions and Accelerated Software Consulting
Emorphis Technologies, a global software consulting and product engineering company, announced the expansion of its enterprise-ready solution portfolio and AI-driven software services for 2026. Designed for organizations operating in the age of AI, Emorphis continues to help enterprises design,... - January 21, 2026 - Emorphis Technologies
“First Impressions & Lasting Connections” Launches with Limited-Time Ebook Offer: 12/29/25 to 1/11/26
Barry C. Donovan, Founder of Visible Digital Solutions LLC, announced the release of his new book, "First Impressions & Lasting Connections," available for a special launch price that began Monday, December 29 on Amazon Kindle. The ebook combines Donovan’s previous books on professionalism, communication, and networking. He has expanded, refined, and redesigned his latest book for today’s business environment. - December 31, 2025 - Visible Digital Solutions LLC
Solo Founder Ships Complete Creator Platform in 48 Hours Using AI
LOAFS.io went live this week — a fully functional creator economy platform built in a single weekend by one person. The platform includes video streaming, native payments, real-time community spaces, and a gamification system with XP, quests, and leaderboards. No team. No outside funding. No... - December 16, 2025 - LOAF
TimelyBill Launches TimelyTAXES™
TimelyBill announced the launch of TimelyTAXES™, a new high-speed, in-house telecom tax engine designed to eliminate the latency, outages, and inaccuracies common with external API-based tax services. Built specifically for communications providers, the engine delivers up to 10X faster performance, monthly updated telecom tax data, precise usage-based taxation, and complete operational control — giving carriers a more reliable, scalable foundation for billing and compliance. - November 29, 2025 - Bill Perfect Inc.
Partum Softwares Launches Petrol Bunk Management ERP Solution
Partum Bunk Software proudly announces the launch of its powerful and comprehensive Petrol Bunk Management ERP Software, designed specifically for India’s petrol bunk operators to efficiently manage, monitor, and optimize every aspect of their fuel station operations. - November 29, 2025 - Partum Softwares
Webffinity LLC Launches Growffinity CRM Plugin on WordPress.org to Power WooCommerce Growth
Webffinity LLC has launched the Growffinity CRM for WooCommerce plugin, now live on WordPress.org. The plugin connects WooCommerce stores to the Growffinity platform, allowing merchants to manage customers, orders, and refunds in one place. With built-in CRM, automation, and analytics tools, Growffinity helps store owners simplify operations, retain customers, and scale growth from a single dashboard. - November 27, 2025 - Webffinity LLC
Bottle360 Launches Seamless WordPress Integration Empowering Wineries to Design Their Online Experience
Bottle360, a leading winery DTC club, POS, and e-commerce solution, has launched a new WordPress Integration, letting wineries connect their Bottle360 platform with WordPress websites using the Bottle360 Bridge plugin. Wineries can display products, manage wine clubs, and offer seamless, branded shopping experiences that combine WordPress’s design freedom with Bottle360’s powerful DTC tools. - November 25, 2025 - Bottle360
KeyReach CRM Launches AI-Powered Real Estate Platform to Help Agents Work Smarter, Not Harder
KeyReach CRM, an AI-driven platform founded by Florida realtor and tech entrepreneur Odney Joseph, officially launches to empower real estate professionals with automation, lead management, and social media integration, helping agents close more deals efficiently. - November 19, 2025 - KeyReach CRM
Global Trust System™ Announces Availability of Patented Blockchain Technology for Licensing and Acquisition
The patent framework enables verifiable digital transactions, programmable payments, and secure cross-border recordkeeping to support future banking and digital economy systems. - November 08, 2025 - Global Trust System
engageIQx Launches Beta AI Solution to Visualize, Predict, and Reward Engagement
engageIQx, a new AI-driven engagement intelligence solution, has announced the launch of its beta program, giving businesses a smarter way to analyze, interpret, and act on engagement across distributed workforces. engageIQx transforms static data into dynamic, decision-ready insight, applying AI... - November 02, 2025 - engageIQx
Sytel Calls for Responsible Innovation as FCC Moves to Loosen Dialing Rules
Sytel Limited, a UK-based CCaaS (Contact Center as a Service) vendor, today urged a measured approach to proposed U.S. rule changes governing predictive dialing. The appeal follows the FCC’s draft proposals for new rulemaking, “Improving Verification and Presentation of Caller... - October 19, 2025 - Sytel Limited
Blockchain Payments v3.1: Stablecoin to Fiat Vendor Payments
You can pay vendors anywhere in the world without leaving their CRM, directly to their bank account via Stablecoins with Blockchain Payments v3.1. Cryptocurrency Adoption just got easier with the new release of Blockchain Payments v3.1 for enterprise adoption. - September 04, 2025 - Web3 Enabler, Inc.
Reelow CRM Launches to Break the Stranglehold of High-Priced Moving Software
Reelow CRM is officially live, offering moving companies a simple and affordable alternative to high cost CRMs. With no contracts or onboarding fees, Reelow is built for small to mid sized movers who want to grow without being locked into overpriced software. - September 01, 2025 - Reelow
Semantic Visions Enters New Chapter with Full Backing from Behind Investments
Semantic Visions, a Czech leader in open-source data analytics, is now fully owned by Behind Investments after the exit of Pale Fire Capital. Since joining as a minority shareholder in 2022, Behind Investments, led by Diana Rádl Rogerová and CEO Jan Balatka, has driven new AI products, global client growth, and expanded data operations. With full backing, Semantic Visions will accelerate worldwide as a trusted intelligence partner. - August 27, 2025 - Semantic Visions
Zaivio Launches Review Engine to Help Businesses Respond to and Request Customer Feedback
Zaivio introduces Review Engine, a tool built to help small businesses manage online feedback with clarity and care. Whether responding to a review or reaching out to request one, the app provides thoughtful, appropriate wording based on the situation and tone. Users describe the context—a... - August 25, 2025 - Zaivio
Zaivio Introduces Brand Kit Builder to Help Define Voice, Style, and Identity
Zaivio has released Brand Kit Builder, a tool that helps small businesses articulate how they want to show up in the world. It guides users through the process of defining tone, color palettes, message pillars, and visual identity elements that can be used across marketing, sales, and customer... - August 22, 2025 - Zaivio
Minneapolis-Based Xylo AI Launches Platform to Address $3.8 Trillion Client Retention Crisis
A Minneapolis-based startup is betting that the future of customer retention lies not in surveys and feedback forms, but in reading between the lines of everyday business communications. Xylo AI launched its Predictive Client Maintenance platform, which analyzes emails, chat messages, CRM notes,... - August 15, 2025 - Xylo AI
Zaivio Releases Pitch App to Help Shape Business, Sales, and Investor Presentations
Zaivio announces the release of Pitch, a tool built to help small businesses organize their message and present it clearly to potential investors, partners, or customers. Whether the goal is to raise funds, close a deal, or explain a new idea, Pitch helps structure the content in a way that makes... - August 11, 2025 - Zaivio
Zaivio Introduces Fixit App to Help Solve Everyday Business Problems
Zaivio has released Fixit, a solution-focused tool designed to help small business owners troubleshoot challenges and uncover new paths forward. Whether it’s an operational issue, a customer concern, or a strategic roadblock, Fixit uses guided logic to explore what’s going wrong and... - August 06, 2025 - Zaivio
Zaivio Launches Email Engine App to Support Thoughtful Business Communication
Zaivio introduces Email Engine, a tool designed to help business owners write clear, personal, and effective emails. From outreach and follow-ups to announcements and requests, the app helps shape messages that feel natural and intentional. Users can describe the purpose of the email and who... - August 06, 2025 - Zaivio
Zaivio Releases SEO Pro to Help Businesses Strengthen Their Online Presence
Zaivio has launched SEO Pro, a tool designed to help small businesses improve how they appear in search engines. The app generates keyword ideas, meta content, and structural suggestions that can be used to optimize websites, blog posts, and landing pages. Users enter information about their... - August 05, 2025 - Zaivio
Zaivio Introduces Organizer App to Turn Ideas Into Actionable Plans
Zaivio has launched Organizer, a productivity tool that helps small businesses instantly turn goals, ideas, or tasks into step-by-step checklists and workflows. From onboarding new clients to planning events or managing internal processes, Organizer brings structure to any kind of work. Users... - August 04, 2025 - Zaivio
Zaivio Launches Explain App to Simplify Complex Topics for Any Audience
Zaivio announces the launch of Explain, a powerful tool that helps small businesses turn complex or technical information into plain, easy-to-understand language. Whether you’re writing for clients, training staff, or communicating with the public, Explain ensures your message is clear and... - August 03, 2025 - Zaivio