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San Jose, CA – Mar 4 — Auditoria.AI, the leader in agentic artificial intelligence for the Office of the CFO, today announced record performance for its most recent fiscal year, marking another year of rapid growth, product expansion, and enterprise adoption. To support this growth, the company doubled its headcount over the past year, scaling operations to support rising global demand for agentic AI solutions purpose-built for finance.

As enterprises move from AI experimentation to operational deployment, Auditoria continues to see strong momentum among finance leaders seeking secure, pre-built agentic systems that deliver immediate business outcomes. This growth is reflected in a fiscal year that closed with triple-digit revenue growth and fourth-quarter bookings that nearly tripled compared to the previous year, driven by accelerating enterprise adoption across financial services, healthcare, technology, and consulting.

“Finance leaders no longer want to simply experiment with AI pilots and AI delivery maybes; they want production-grade systems that they can seamlessly deploy in their existing environments,” said Rohit Gupta, CEO and Founder of Auditoria.AI. “Our AI agents for the office of the CFO understand finance workflows, operate within enterprise guardrails, and deliver immediate and measurable impact. Reflecting on the past year, our continued momentum and the growing interest in Auditoria are indicative of an industry that is ready for AI finance automation systems that work.”

From experimentation to enterprise execution The past fiscal year marked a significant inflexion point for Auditoria. New customer wins included organizations such as Skyscanner, Simmons Bank, Howard Hughes Medical Institute, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, and Vizient, reflecting growing cross-industry demand for AI-powered finance operations. This customer growth is supported by global expansion, including a UK-based office and a primary London data center, complemented by a secondary facility in Ireland, reinforcing its commitment to sovereign AI infrastructure, regional data residency compliance, and serving clients where they are.

The company also advanced its product portfolio with the introduction of SmartResearch, which is scheduled to become generally available next quarter. Early customer deployments have already helped shape the solution into a fully operational capability, enabling finance teams to conduct intelligent, contextual financial research directly within their existing workflows.

Building the leadership bench for scale The company strengthened its commercial leadership with the appointment of David Osborne as Chief Revenue Officer. Osborne joins Auditoria after leading revenue organizations at Insightly and Qualtrics, where he was part of the sales leadership team through its acquisition by SAP and subsequent IPO. With significant experience building go-to-market engines, scaling enterprise sales teams, and leading global revenue functions from early-stage expansion to enterprise maturity, Osborne is chartered with spearheading Auditoria’s next chapter of explosive growth.

Further reinforcing its partner-led strategy, Auditoria appointed Vince Barrett as SVP of Strategic Alliances. Barrett joins Auditoria after leading global alliance initiatives at Workday, including the Big Four accounting and global systems integrator partnerships, and previously built and scaled alliances and channels at Celonis. In parallel, Dean Harrigan was appointed to lead UK operations, anchoring Auditoria’s growing European presence.

Recognition from the firms shaping the AI agenda For the sixth consecutive year, Auditoria was included on the Constellation Research shortlist and received mentions in leading analyst reports from firms including Gartner and Forrester. These acknowledgements reflect Auditoria’s growing role in shaping the category of agentic AI applications for finance.

Auditoria’s momentum has also been reflected in industry recognition. During the year, the company was named to the CB Insights Fintech 100, highlighting its role in pioneering agentic AI in finance. It was also included in the DataTech50 list of top data technology innovators in the United States and recognized by The Financial Technology Report as one of the Top 50 Financial Technology Companies of 2025.

In addition, Adina Simu, Co-Founder and Chief Product and Commercial Officer, was recognized as a Top Women Leader in Financial Technology by The Financial Technology Report in its 2026 awards, further underscoring the strength of Auditoria’s executive leadership bench.

As the AI market matures, recognition from independent analysts underscores a key industry trend: enterprises are prioritizing specialized, domain-focused AI systems built to deliver measurable operational results over experimental, general-purpose deployments.

Embedding agentic AI inside trusted systems Auditoria continued to deepen its ecosystem strategy during the year, expanding integrations across major ERP and financial platforms, including Workday, Oracle Cloud, SAP, and Coupa. Rather than replacing systems of record, the company’s approach is to augment them, embedding agentic AI directly within existing finance environments.

By operating inside the systems finance teams already trust, Auditoria enables automation across accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and research workflows without heavy IT lift or infrastructure disruption.

“Systems of record remain foundational,” Gupta said. “The next trillion-dollar opportunity lies in systems of action, context, and decisions. Agentic AI sits on top of enterprise finance systems and transforms them from passive data repositories into active, intelligent operators.”

Expanding the agentic skillset for the Office of the CFO Looking ahead, Auditoria is expanding its agentic AI skillset within accounts payable, with new capabilities in vendor risk management and reconciliations scheduled for release this quarter. These enhancements reinforce the company’s commitment to delivering specialized, finance-native AI skills rather than generic automation tools.

CAIRO, Egypt, Mar 4 — Network International (Network) (www.Network.ae), a leading fintech company across the Middle East and Africa, has announced the successful enablement of Apple Pay acceptance by powering card tokenisation for Apple smartphones for four renowned Egyptian banks, as part of the country’s digital transformation initiatives.

The successful launch comes within the third wave of the Central Bank of Egypt’s granting of tokenisation licenses to select banks and is an important milestone for Egypt’s digital payment ecosystem. The initiative reinforces Network’s scale, innovation leadership and proven execution capabilities in the market.

Supporting all four bank go-lives within the same wave underscores the strength, reliability, and agility of Network’s processing platform, alongside the depth of its local delivery and implementation expertise. The achievement reflects Network’s ability to execute complex, multi-bank digital payment initiatives at pace while maintaining the highest standards of security, operational resilience, and service quality.

Dr. Reda Helal, Group Managing Director – Processing, Africa & Co-Head Group Processing at Network International, said: “We are proud to have supported four renowned banks to successfully transform themselves as Egypt strengthens its digital economy. We have been present in the market for over 20 years and delivering multiple simultaneous implementations demonstrates our local teams’ expertise and the robustness of our processing platform. We are grateful to the Central Bank of Egypt and the participating banks for their trust and partnership as we continue to help accelerate secure and scalable digital payments across Egypt.”

This launch also supports Network’s broader focus on expanding its presence and strengthening its brand across the region, underpinned by its long-standing commitment to Egypt’s payments ecosystem. In 2023, Network International announced the investment valued at EGP 1 billion to expand its operations in Egypt, while serving 160+ banks across Africa and 65+ in the Middle East from its Egypt hub.

Featuring dual 4K displays, efficient Intel processing, and flexible mounting options, the Intelli TWL01 Edge marks AAEON UP brand’s entry into the multimedia space. 

(Taipei, Taiwan – March 4) AAEON’s UP brand (Stock Code: 6579) has announced the release of the Intelli TWL01 Edge, an Industrial Multimedia PC with dual 4K displays, multiple mounting options, and a range of Intel® Core™ Processor N-series CPUs (formerly Twin Lake).

Built to provide a cost-effective platform for multimedia solution building, the Intelli TWL01 Edge hosts two HDMI 2.0b ports capable of dual simultaneous 4K displays. In addition to this, AAEON notes that the system’s Intel® Processor N-series platform grants users access to both Intel® UHD Graphics and DirectX 12.1 graphics API support, for the purpose of leveraging interactive dashboard functionality, reduced frame latency, and more efficient video rendering for both smaller kiosk and video conferencing suite setups as well as commercial large-scale video walls and interactive billboards.

The Intelli TWL01 Edge is both compact at 152mm x 124.5mm x 39mm and fanless, a design choice driven by market user requests for a system that can be discreetly installed and operate with minimal noise. Moreover, the system offers versatile mounting options, with DIN Rail, VESA, and wall mounting available, allowing the device to be securely mounted in high-vibration settings, clutter-free integration with monitors or kiosks, and even secure media control room cabinets. In the same vein, its environmental specifications make it a relatively safe option for industrial deployment, with a broad 9V to 36V power input range, as well as 8GB of soldered LPDDR5 system memory.

For storage, the Intelli TWL01 Edge comes with 64GB of eMMC. In addition to this, the system offers an M.2 2280 M-Key slot for the integration of high-speed NVMe SSD storage. With this balance, the Intelli TWL01 Edge can maintain local OS storage while leveraging the accelerated read/write performance of external NVMe for large media libraries, faster app launches, and UI responsiveness. Along with its SSD support, the Intelli TWL01 Edge provides an M.2 2230 E-Key slot for Wi-Fi module installation.

The system’s physical I/Os are simple yet robust, with four USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, two RJ-45 ports for Gigabit Ethernet, a 10-bit GPIO, and a single COM port for RS-232/422/485.

For OS support, the Intelli TWL01 Edge is compatible with Windows® 11 LTSC, Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, and Yocto 5.1.

Child Care Aware of Missouri secures $5.6 million to boost educator pay and strengthen St. Louis County’s early childhood workforce.

(St. Louis, Mo., Mar 4, 2026) Child Care Aware of Missouri (CCAMO) recently announced the launch of the Child Care WAGE$ Missouri pilot project, a groundbreaking initiative designed to increase retention through compensation based on education for early childhood educators in St. Louis County. The program – funded by a $5.6 million award administered by the St. Louis County Children’s Services Fund on behalf of the County – will begin offering services in May 2026.

Developed by the TEACH Early Childhood National Center in North Carolina, the Child Care WAGE$ program is a strategic salary supplement initiative investing in early childhood educators to elevate care quality and workforce stability. With more than 30 years of proven success in five other states, this marks the first-ever implementation in Missouri, made possible through CCAMO’s long-standing affiliation with the national TEACH Early Childhood Scholarship program.

Beth Ann Lang, Deputy CEO of Child Care Aware of Missouri.

“This has been a four-year journey driven by one clear goal: valuing early childhood educators,” said Beth Ann Lang, Deputy CEO of Child Care Aware of Missouri. “Launching WAGE$ in St. Louis County is a powerful step toward fairer compensation and stronger workforce stability. We’re proud to bring this opportunity to educators who have long asked for recognition and financial support tied to their experience and dedication.”

Through the WAGE$ Missouri pilot, eligible educators in licensed or license-exempt child care programs in St. Louis County will receive salary supplements based on their education level and retention at their St. Louis County-based child care program. These ongoing financial incentives reinforce that professional growth translates into tangible pay increases and long-term workforce stability. The organization’s leadership envisions the St. Louis County pilot as a proof of concept, using data and measurable outcomes to advocate for expanding the WAGE$ model across additional Missouri counties in the coming years.

CCAMO’s leadership in strengthening the early childhood profession spans more than two decades. In 2000, CCAMO secured the sole state license for the TEACH Early Childhood Missouri Scholarship program and awarded the first TEACH Missouri Scholarships, setting the foundation for educational advancement and career development across the state’s early education workforce. To date TEACH Missouri has awarded more than 5,500 scholarships to early child professionals.

CCAMO will hire a Director to lead the new WAGE$ program and plans to bring on two counselors once fully staffed. A tax consultant position will be added in a contracted position beginning in April.

“This pilot is an investment not only in St. Louis County’s child care professionals,” Lang added “but also in the children and families who benefit from consistent, high-quality care.”

Founded in 1999, CCAMO is a statewide nonprofit that focuses on a comprehensive early childhood education experience through impactful programs and partnerships. The organization’s services include workforce development, child care business supports, advocacy and policy work, and its new Child Care Keeps Missouri Working, a regional campaign offering concierge solutions to businesses undergoing employee recruitment and retention challenges due to the overwhelming shortage of quality child care options. For more information, call (314) 535-1458 or visit www.mochildcareaware.org.

More than $400 Billion in value and over 11 Billion in Square Footage  registered as buildings become digital content affiliates driving revenue for property and IP owners.

LOS ANGELES, Mar 4 — Digital Rights Network today announced the launch of its groundbreaking platform designed to connect real estate owners with content creators, media companies, brands, and IP holders to monetize the digital layer of real-world properties. The platform enables property owners to register and manage their Digital Rights while allowing creators to deploy immersive 3D and augmented reality (AR) content on buildings transforming the physical world into a scalable, rights-protected content network.

As augmented reality, spatial computing, and AI-driven media rapidly move from screens into physical environments, buildings are increasingly being used as canvases for digital advertising, entertainment, and social content, often without the consent of property owners. Digital Rights Network provides the missing infrastructure, creating a transparent marketplace where property owners and content creators can collaborate, transact, and share value.

Founded by five-time Emmy® Award–winning producer and augmented reality pioneer Neil Mandt, Digital Rights Network operates as both a digital rights platform and a next-generation distribution network for the physical world. Through the platform, television networks, YouTubers, influencers, celebrities, and brands can form partnerships with property owners to display immersive AR content on buildings’ digital layers, reaching consumers directly. Each participating property functions as a digital content affiliate, generating new revenue with no cost, hardware, or operational burden to the owner.

“Every building has both a physical footprint and a digital presence,” said Neil Mandt, Founder and CEO of Digital Rights Network. “Until now, that digital layer has been unregulated and unclaimed. Digital Rights Network gives ownership, structure, and opportunity to that space, allowing property owners and creators to decide what appears, who profits, and how the real world evolves in an augmented future.”

The platform utilizes secure, blockchain-based verification to publicly record Digital Rights ownership and manage licensing, compliance, and monetization. Digital Rights Network unites industries including real estate, media, advertising, insurance, data, finance, and government, providing the legal, financial, and technical foundation for digital content in physical space.

How Digital Rights Network Works:

• Register Properties: Real estate owners establish Digital Rights for their assets

• Onboard Creators & IP Owners: Media companies, creators, and brands access verified properties for content partnerships

• Policy & Compliance: Governments and municipalities define guidelines for acceptable AR content

• Monetize: Licensed transactions are facilitated and recorded on blockchain through the platform

• Protect: Proprietary technology supports automated compliance and insurance frameworks

Early Adoption and Market Traction:
During its invite-only beta, Digital Rights Network has registered more than $400 Billion value, including participation from leading real estate organizations such as BXP, Colliers, and BOMA/Chicago.

Registered properties include:

• BXP assets such as Prudential Tower, Salesforce Tower, Times Square Tower and the GM Building

• 29 million square feet of Colliers-managed properties

• Iconic landmarks including the Flatiron Building (NYC), One Chicago, TD Garden (Boston), and major Las Vegas resorts such as Treasure Island

• Mixed-use and retail destinations managed by WS Development

“Buildings are the intellectual property of our industry and deserve the same level of protection and monetization as other forms of IP,” said Bryan Koop, Executive Vice President at BXP. “Digital Rights Network provides a framework that finally recognizes that value and generates a new stream of revenue for property owners.”

“This technology will fundamentally change how people interact with the built environment,” said Steve Weikal, Industry Chair of the Real Estate Transformation Lab at the MIT Center for Real Estate. “Few platforms have the global relevance and scalability of Digital Rights Network; it applies to every building, in every city.”

As the internet expands beyond screens and into streets, skylines, and shared spaces, Digital Rights Network is establishing the trusted infrastructure that defines ownership, enables creativity, and unlocks new economic opportunities in the augmented world.

For more information or to participate, visit www.digitalrightsnetwork.com

Moneyboxx Finance Limited, a listed NBFC focused on empowering underserved small and micro entrepreneurs in rural and semi-urban India, successfully raised ₹33.4 crore through allotment of equity shares. The fundraise strengthened the company’s capital base and positioned it to accelerate its next phase of growth. 44 lakh equity shares of face value ₹10 each on were allotted on a preferential basis at an issue price of ₹76 per share, including a premium of ₹66 per share.

With this allotment, Moneyboxx Finance’s total equity capital raised since inception stood at ₹303.9 crore, including this round. The entire equity raised in FY26 has come from promoters and existing shareholders, underlining their strong confidence in the company’s business model and growth prospects. The proceeds were earmarked to expand branch presence across high-potential markets, support AUM growth, and further enhance technology-led underwriting and risk management systems.

Moneyboxx has built a strong phygital model that combines deep on-ground distribution with data-driven credit assessment to deliver responsible, income-linked lending. Commenting on the development, Mr. Deepak Aggarwal, Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Moneyboxx Finance, said, “This equity infusion of ₹33.4 crore reinforced confidence in our model and strengthened our ability to drive responsible financial inclusion at scale. We remain focused on expanding our footprint while leveraging technology to enhance underwriting precision and operational efficiency.”

Moneyboxx Finance Limited remained committed to building a resilient, technology-enabled rural lending platform that delivered long-term value to customers and stakeholders. About the company: Moneyboxx Finance Limited is a listed, non-deposit taking, Base-Layer NBFC engaged in the business of providing small business loans to micro enterprises with a focus on semi-urban and rural India. Moneyboxx has a network of 150+ branches spread across 12 states (Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Gujarat, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu). It caters to the underserved small and micro entrepreneurs in essential segments (livestock, kirana, retail traders, micro and small manufacturers) by extending secured and unsecured business loans from INR 1 to 25 Lakh.