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SAN FRANCISCO, CA — March 17, 2026 — Kore.ai, a provider of agentic applications and a market-leading enterprise AI platform, today announced the launch of its Agent Management Platform (AMP), a unified command center designed to govern, monitor, and manage AI agents and AI systems across the enterprise. 

As organizations rapidly deploy AI and multi-agent systems, many are encountering “AI sprawl,” a phenomena analysts describe as dozens of AI initiatives across different teams, tools, and clouds without centralized visibility or governance. Gartner predicts that by 2028, enterprises will operate thousands of AI agents across various business functions, making centralized management, policy enforcement, and value measurement critical for the responsible adoption of AI. 

The Kore.ai Agent Management Platform provides enterprises with a single operational layer to manage AI systems across frameworks, clouds, and development environments, including LangGraph, CrewAI, AutoGen, Google ADK, AWS AgentCore, Microsoft Foundry, Salesforce Agentforce, and proprietary systems. It consolidates AI observability, governance enforcement, performance monitoring, and value measurement, enabling organizations to move from fragmented AI experimentation to controlled, enterprise-scale deployment. 

Two core capabilities distinguish Agent Management Platform from other emerging solutions. First, the platform provides a comprehensive evaluation studio that allows enterprises to test agent behavior, workflows, and outcomes before production deployment, helping teams reduce uncertainty and accelerate time to reliable deployment. Second, AMP is designed to operate across heterogeneous AI environments. While similar governance offerings from established players are typically limited to their own ecosystems and many startup solutions have limited connectivity with enterprise applications, Kore.ai’s agnostic architecture and deep integration capabilities enable enterprises to connect and govern AI systems built across multiple frameworks, tools, and platforms. 

“AI agents are rapidly becoming the new software workforce inside enterprises,” said Prasanna Arikala, CTO and Head of Products at Kore.ai. “But without centralized governance, enterprises risk losing visibility and control over how AI operates across the organization. The Agent Management Platform introduces a new operational layer for enterprise AI, giving leaders the ability to manage AI agents with the same discipline, transparency, and accountability as any other critical business system.” 

The new AMP platform integrates with AI agents built across leading frameworks and ecosystems, enabling organizations to manage heterogeneous AI environments through a unified control plane. Enterprises can now track AI performance and costs, enforce governance policies consistently, detect anomalies or drift, and align AI initiatives with measurable business outcomes. 

“AI is quickly becoming core infrastructure for how enterprises operate,” said Raj Koneru, CEO and Founder of Kore.ai. “But scaling AI responsibly requires more than powerful models; it requires governance, visibility, and accountability. With the Agent Management Platform, we are helping enterprises turn AI from isolated experiments into a trusted, enterprise capability that delivers real business value.” 

Designed to work across multi-agent environments and heterogeneous AI ecosystems, the Kore.ai Agent Management Platform provides organizations with a centralized foundation to govern AI adoption as it scales across the enterprise. 

PALO ALTO, Calif. – March 17, 2026 – Pine, the trusted AI agent for consumers’ digital chores that delivers results, today announced Message Gateway, a new communication layer that allows users to interact with Pine’s AI assistant from anywhere, including messaging platforms, voice notes and phone calls, while Pine executes tasks in the background through AI agents.

By turning everyday messages into real-world actions, Message Gateway transforms Pine into an always-available assistant that operates across a user’s digital life. Message Gateway enables Pine to operate across time and channels, managing tasks that may run for minutes, hours or even weeks.

It transforms messaging from simple conversations into a control interface for AI agents that can perform real-world work.

“Most AI assistants today still live inside a single app,” said Pine CEO Stanley Wei. “But real life doesn’t happen inside one interface. With Message Gateway, Pine can meet users wherever they already communicate, whether that’s messaging, voice or mobile. Our goal is simple: You talk to Pine naturally, and Pine takes care of the work.”

Instead of having to open a specific application or interface to interact with an AI assistant, Message Gateway users simply send a message or speak naturally via channels like Telegram, WhatsApp, Slack or the Pine mobile app. Pine will understand the request, launch the appropriate AI agents and manage the task over time. The AI assistant tracks progress and keeps the user updated while tasks are completed.

Unlike most voice assistants designed for quick commands or chatbots built primarily to answer questions, Pine is designed to manage long-running tasks that require coordination, follow-up and execution across multiple systems. Instead of returning a single response, Pine can start tasks that unfold over time, interacting with services, making calls, researching information and keeping users informed as progress is made.

Key capabilities of Message Gateway include:

·        Multi-channel access: Users can interact with Pine through messaging platforms such as Telegram, WhatsApp, Slack and the Pine mobile app.

·        Voice and audio support: Voice notes and audio messages are automatically transcribed and processed, allowing users to speak naturally instead of typing.

·        Persistent task management: Tasks can run asynchronously for minutes, hours or days, while Pine tracks progress and provides updates.

·        Single assistant experience: Users interact with one assistant, while multiple AI agents work behind the scenes to complete tasks.

·        Real-world execution: Pine can perform actions such as negotiating bills, making calls, booking appointments, researching information or generating documents.

·        Context and memory: Pine remembers important details from conversations so users do not need to repeat themselves.

“What makes Pine different is that it doesn’t just answer questions; it actually handles things for you,” said a Pine user. “Being able to send a message and have Pine take care of a task in the background feels like having a real assistant.”

Message Gateway is part of the Pine AI assistant platform, a subscription-based service designed to help consumers delegate everyday digital tasks through natural conversation. Users can interact with Pine through messaging channels, voice or the Pine mobile app, while Pine manages the work through AI agents operating in the background.

Message Gateway represents a key step toward Pine’s broader vision of building an AI assistant that operates across a user’s entire digital life. Rather than requiring people to adopt another standalone app, Pine aims to create an AI operating layer for everyday tasks, where simple conversations become the interface for getting things done.

New Delhi, March 17: The Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC), the technical arm of the Department of Telecommunications under the Ministry of Communications, will organise an International Workshop on 6G Standardisation on March 18, 2026, at Vigyan Bhawan.

The workshop aims to advance India’s participation in the global development of sixth-generation (6G) telecommunications technologies and aligns with the government’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and the Bharat 6G Vision, which seeks to position India as a leading contributor to the design, development, and deployment of 6G technologies by 2030.

The event will bring together experts from government, industry, academia, and international standardisation organisations to deliberate on the evolving global roadmap for 6G technologies and to strengthen India’s engagement in the international standards development process.

Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Union Minister of Communications and Minister for Development of North Eastern Region, will deliver the inaugural address at the workshop. A special address will be delivered by Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar, Minister of State for Communications and Minister of State for Rural Development.

Senior officials from the Department of Telecommunications, representatives from international telecom organisations, industry leaders, technology experts, and members of the research community are expected to participate in the discussions.

The workshop will feature several technical sessions and expert deliberations focusing on critical aspects of the emerging 6G ecosystem, including:

• Global roadmap for 6G standardisation

• Evolution of network architecture for next-generation communication systems

• Spectrum planning for future mobile networks

• Integration of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in telecom networks

• Security and trust frameworks for future communication systems

• Developments in Radio Access Network (RAN) technologies

• Emerging 6G applications and use cases

• India’s roadmap towards 2030 for next-generation communications

Strengthening domestic innovation and enhancing India’s role in global telecom standardisation will remain the central focus of the workshop.

As international discussions around IMT-2030 and future mobile systems gain momentum, the event is expected to provide an important platform to review global developments and explore opportunities for expanding India’s role in shaping the future architecture of global telecommunications.

BRISBANE, March 17– In a major achievement Fusion Signage, often referred to as Australia’s user-friendliest digital signage software, has officially achieved SOC 2 Type II attestation. The new SOC 2 Type II attestation is very highly regarded and critical to all users of digital signage software. The company’s SOC 2 Type II audit was completed by Sensiba, an independent organisation known for thorough, transparent audits.

Fusion Signage MD James Ingram explained, “This attestation is not just policies on paper, but a rigorous, independent, months‑long audit proving our controls aren’t only well‑designed, they’re operating effectively, day in and day out across the whole business. A SOC 2 Type II attestation digs into how we operate over time, not at a single moment. It’s an in‑depth audit against the AICPA Trust Services Criteria for Security. It is the gold standard proving our systems are protected and your security practices are actually working.”

Fusion Signage MD James Ingram

Fusion Signage’s SOC 2 Type II attestation is a significant achievement as it confirms the company’s access controls work exactly as designed, their monitoring and alerting are accurate and reliable, their processes around risk, incidents and change control are “real-world” and their platform and operations are run with consistency, discipline and transparency.

Ingram added, “Our SOC 2 Type II attestation is independent proof that Fusion Signage operates the way we say it does – not just in policy documents, but in real life. This matters a lot to procurement teams, CISOs, CTOs and anyone doing vendor due diligence. Protecting customer data has always been part of who we are and as an Australian team supporting organisations across every industry, we’ve always believed security shouldn’t be a box‑ticking exercise. It should be something you can feel confident in without ever thinking about it.”

Sensiba’s SOC 2 Type II audit of Fusion Signage also included a thorough and comprehensive evaluation of the company’s infrastructure, how they build and ship software and how they store and process customer data.

It also covers internal governance and access controls, monitoring and incident response and day‑to‑day operations across the entire team.

Ingram said, “It’s a holistic look at Fusion Signage – something we wanted and requested. Security shouldn’t live in one corner of the company, it should be everywhere. As a result, now, with this attestation, Fusion Signage users get independent assurance we’re running with strong, consistently‑applied controls. Their IT and security teams can also be 100% confident when doing vendor risk assessments which leads to smoother procurement, as SOC 2 Type II is a very common requirement.”

Fusion Signage has always prided itself and been known as a platform users can trust, built by a team that invests in doing things the right way for its customers.

James Ingram concluded, “Our SOC 2 Type II attestation is our new baseline. Security isn’t a feature we add, it’s part of how Fusion Signage works, grows and evolves. As we roll out new capabilities and support more organisations, security remains a core design principle – not an afterthought.”

To watch a video on what Fusion Signage achieving SOC 2 Type II attestation means for the company, its customers and users click here or go to:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Y1sGJj_57c 

In another first customers can now also access Fusion Signage’s Trust Centre, its simple, self-service portal where users can explore the company’s security standards at any time, from any connected device, anywhere.

The Trust Centre is an always‑available single and trusted source to see how Fusion Signage approach security and security information and where you can request their SOC 2 Type II report directly.

 

AI-powered permitting platform helps local governments rebuild faster, reduce backlogs and support resilient infrastructure

TAMPA, Fla. – Swiftbuild.ai is helping coastal communities recover from disaster damage faster by modernizing the planning and permitting processes that often slow reconstruction. Its AI-powered SwiftGov® platform allows municipalities to process development applications quickly while maintaining compliance with local codes and environmental standards.

Following natural disasters, from hurricanes to wildfires, governments often face a surge of rebuilding projects. Traditional permitting systems can create bottlenecks that delay repairs, frustrate residents and increase costs for builders. SwiftGov provides an AI-native workflow that flags compliance requirements, organizes submissions and generates actionable insights for staff. Planners, engineers and officials retain full decision-making authority while completing reviews faster and more accurately.

Florida communities using SwiftGov have seen dramatic improvements:

• Hernando County reduced single-family zoning review times from 30 days to under two hours.
• The City of Titusville has processed over 162 permits, including residential, commercial, subdivision and industrial plans, with some reviews completed in under an hour.
• Walton County standardized permitting, cut review times to eight days on average, achieved 100% accuracy on townhome reviews, 88% on single-family homes and improved consistency on sensitive coastal projects.
• Jacksonville launched an Express Lane Permitting initiative with SwiftGov as its AI partner to shorten approval cycles, strengthen consistency and support affordable housing.

Sabrina Dugan, co-founder of Swiftbuild.ai, said, “After a disaster, every week a permit sits in review is another week a family isn’t home. We built SwiftGov so local governments can move at the speed their residents need, without cutting corners on code compliance or environmental protections.”

Swiftbuild.ai’s approach combines AI-driven efficiency with human oversight and community engagement. The platform helps governments restore neighborhoods faster, support small businesses and maintain resilient infrastructure in the face of increasing natural disasters.

Combination of persona-based GEO content architecture with Passage Optimization Protocol (POP) delivers AI search visibility

CLEVELAND—March 16 —Taylor Communications, LLC (TC), a content creation and strategy firm, today announced that its proprietary generative engine optimization (GEO) methodology has enabled a client to go from complete invisibility in LLM search to ranking #1 on multiple platforms in just three weeks. TC’s approach to GEO is persona-driven. It combines deep insights into search intent with content architecture and TC’s Passage Optimization Protocol^TM (POP) process to achieve visibility for numerous prompts on ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Gemini.

“We should not let our fixation on technology distract us from the fact that search is an intensely human activity,” explained Hugh Taylor, CEO of Taylor Communications. “The searcher has wants, needs, and fears. Understanding that persona and connecting the human being to meaningful prompts should yield results. Our success with this client shows how well the process can work.”

TC’s client, Comms Factory, was flatlining in AI search. It was as if the company didn’t exist. Working with the iGEO.ai toolset, TC developed a compelling, relevant set of prompts and grouped them into core subjects that became the content of “hub” pages in a “hub and spoke” content architecture. 

Within three weeks, the campaign was delivering results. The client had earned 64 mentions on ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Gemini. Of those, 40% were #1 ranked. They  achieved a 12% share of voice and ranked in third place behind significantly larger and more established competitors.

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Rotterdam, Mar 16 — Ortec Finance today announces the launch of GLASS PRISM, a targeted Strategic Asset Allocation (SAA) optimization tool powered by its Scenario-Based Machine Learning (SBML) methodology – marking a major evolution in how institutional investors design long-term investment strategy.

 In a world defined by volatility, persistent macro uncertainty and ever more complex investor objectives, traditional optimization approaches are increasingly outdated. GLASS PRISM moves beyond static assumptions and linear relationships by applying machine learning within a forward-looking, multi-scenario framework, enabling investors to design Strategic Asset Allocations that are more adaptive, more robust, and better aligned with their objectives.

 “Strategic asset allocation is the most important investment decision institutions make, yet many tools still lack a targeted approach to optimizing SAA’s,” said Linda Hooft, Managing Director Insurance Strategy at Ortec Finance. “GLASS PRISM fundamentally changes that. By combining the accuracy of brute-force methods with the efficiency of advanced optimization techniques, our clients can optimize asset portfolios based on any objective or constraint required.”

 Unlike conventional mean-variance models, GLASS PRISM:

 Insurers can directly target the balance sheet metrics that matter most—within the constraints under which they operate

• Non-linear and multi-period objectives and constraints are handled natively, without proxies
• A set of SAAs is produced that best satisfies institutional objectives, rather than approximating these objectives
• Results are delivered faster, more targeted, and within existing processes

Designed for insurers, asset managers, pension funds, and other long-term investors, GLASS PRISM transforms complex SAA analysis into a scalable, decision-ready framework. By embedding SBML within a dedicated SAA optimization tool, GLASS PRISM transforms what has historically been a highly technical and time-intensive process into a scalable, decision-ready framework.

 With GLASS PRISM, Ortec Finance reinforces its leadership in forward-looking risk and return management — equipping institutional investors with the tools needed to build resilient portfolios in an uncertain world.

 GLASS PRISM is now available globally as part of Ortec Finance’s advanced risk and return management solutions. https://bit.ly/4utDqCl

Taipei, Taiwan – Mar 12: AVer Information Inc., an award-winning provider of AI audio-video solutions, announces the TR615 AI Auto Tracking camera has obtained Zoom Rooms ProAV Camera certification. Zoom Rooms certification confirms the camera’s ability to deliver stable video output, responsive PTZ control, and consistent image quality when deployed as part of a Zoom Rooms system.

“Zoom Rooms certification helps ensure devices meet our standards for performance, reliability, and user experience,” said Eric Yu, Head of Hardware Partnership at Zoom Video Communications Inc. “Our certified ProAV cameras, like AVer’s TR615, provide customers with trusted options for deploying Zoom Rooms across a variety of professional spaces.”

AVer’s TR615 is a next-generation 4K AI Auto Tracking PTZ camera engineered for professional broadcasting, live streaming, and event production. Equipped with a large 1-inch Sony Exmor RS¹ CMOS sensor, it delivers cinematic image quality with rich color, excellent low-light performance, and lifelike depth. Supporting 4K at 60fps, along with 19X optical and 12X digital zoom, the TR615 ensures stunning close-ups and detail even in large venues.

With advanced AI-powered tracking, the TR615 offers Presenter Tracking, Zone Tracking, and Hybrid Tracking modes, automatically keeping subjects in perfect frame. From fast-paced performances to academic lectures, it provides smooth, professional grade footage without manual control. It also features NDI® HX3², Free-D, and Dante AV-H³, ensuring compatibility with IP streaming and virtual production workflows.

The TR615 supports flexible connectivity options, including USB, HDMI⁴, and dual 12G-SDI outputs, allowing it to integrate into both conferencing and production workflows. The Zoom Rooms certification further extends the camera’s versatility, supporting organizations that require a single PTZ solution across meeting spaces, patient rooms, classrooms, production suites, auditoriums, and multipurpose venues.

“Zoom Rooms certification ensures the TR615 meets platform requirements for reliable video performance in professional environments,” said Katie Sullivan, Senior Product Manager for AVer Information Inc. USA. “The TR615’s certification gives customers confidence that the TR615 can be deployed within Zoom Rooms while maintaining the image quality and automation expected from a production grade PTZ camera.”

AVer continues to prioritize platform certification to ensure interoperability across leading collaboration ecosystems, including Zoom. The certifications help organizations deploy AV solutions that meet performance standards while reducing integration complexity.

¹ Exmor RS^® is a trademark of Sony Group Corporation or its affiliates.
² NDI® is a registered trademark of Vizrt NDI AB.
³ Audinate®, the Audinate logo and Dante® are registered trademarks of Audinate Pty Ltd.
⁴ All HDMI trademarks and trade dress are registered trademarks or trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.

LOS ALTOS, CA – March 11, 2026 – Wordly, the pioneer and leader in live AI translation and captions, today announced the launch of the Wordly Subtitles Application, a new tool that allows production teams to easily overlay live captions and subtitles directly onto presentations, video streams, and other content at conferences, hybrid events, and enterprise broadcasts. 

“Captions have become a standard part of how audiences consume content today,” said Lakshman Rathnam, Founder and CEO of Wordly. “An estimated 85% of viewers worldwide use captions or subtitles at some point while watching content. Whether it’s a TV show, livestream, or a presentation on the main stage at a conference, audiences increasingly expect to be able to follow along visually.” 

Purpose-built for AV professionals, the Wordly Subtitles App extends real-time AI captioning and translation directly into production environments. Instead of just displaying captions on a side monitor or browser window, the app generates high-quality overlays that can be projected on main stage screens or embedded into streams, helping audiences follow content clearly whether they are in the room or watching remotely. 

The Wordly Subtitles App connects to an active Wordly session and renders real-time captions in multiple display formats optimized for production workflows. 

Key Features 

●       Live Caption Overlays for Content – Add real-time captions directly onto presentations, video streams, and other content.

●       Broadcast-Ready Output Formats – Supports lower / upper thirds, high-contrast captions, text overlays, and green screen compositing.

●       Production Workflow Integration – Works seamlessly with tools such as OBS, video switchers, and streaming platforms.

●       Fast Setup for Production Teams – Configure caption appearance and integrate into an existing workflow in seconds.

●       Reusable Caption Templates – Save caption styles and settings for consistent use across multiple events.

●       Professional Display Quality – Deliver clean captions suitable for main stage screens, livestreams, and recorded content. 

“Organizations are presenting more live content than ever,” Rathnam added. “From conferences and hybrid events to enterprise town halls and product launches, the Wordly Subtitles App makes it easy for production teams to embed captions directly on stage screens or into streams, creating accessible and professional experiences for all audiences.” 

How the Subtitles App Supports Enterprise Communications 

●       Improves accessibility by embedding real-time captions directly into presentations and broadcasts.

●       Ensures clarity for global teams during meetings, town halls, and corporate events.

●       Simplifies caption delivery for production teams by removing the need for side monitors or complex workflows.

●       Enhances hybrid events by helping both in-room and remote audiences follow presentations.

●       Delivers professional experiences with caption overlays designed for stage screens and livestreams. 

The launch of the Wordly Subtitles App is part of four major products introduced by Wordly this quarter, including Wordly Workspaces, mobile app extensions, and enhanced integration with Microsoft Teams. Together, these updates create a seamless ecosystem for real-time translation, captioning, and collaboration across desktop, mobile, internal meetings, and live event stages.

For more information about the Wordly Subtitles App go to: https://www.wordly.ai/ai-subtitle-generator.

Digital payment and patient communications offerings alleviate friction throughout the patient journey

Durham, NC — Mar 11 — Sightview, the only electronic health record and practice management partner focused solely on eyecare, will showcase two recently updated tools for its eyecare-specific EHR/PM offering at Vision Expo 2026 (March 11-14, 2026). Advancements include the addition of new digital payment options to more easily and proactively collect patient payments, and an updated communications package to automate outreach, curb patient leakage, and improve experiences.

“Patients increasingly expect a digitally-driven experience with eyecare, specifically in optometry, where they want a retail experience alongside their clinical care,” said Tycene Fritcher, CEO of Sightview. “From tapping their phone to pay for their lenses, to automated text reminders, eyecare providers have an opportunity to modernize processes to improve patient loyalty and experiences, while streamlining backend processes, as well.”

The Sightview Pay solution, powered by Global Payments, enables providers to collect payments before an appointment or at time-of-service via digital options like estimated payments, text-to-pay and card-on-file. These expanded payment options allow eyecare providers to capture patient payments faster, speeding cashflow while likewise reducing paper-based bills and patient frustration.

Likewise, Sightview Patient Engagement allows providers to personalize and automate outreach to improve appointment volume and patient engagement. Pre-made templates like annual reminders, lens sales, and automated post-service or post-delivery check-ins allow practices to capture patients’ interest while ensuring a positive experience. The system’s automation features mean these new touchpoints won’t add extra work to already burdened staff.

Sightview will demo these enhanced offerings in booth #4021 at the show, alongside its integrated EHR/PM platform, purpose-built for eyecare.