RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — URME United today announced the successful completion of the public discovery phase of its Piety PayChain token, marking the official removal of the token from Uniswap at midnight EST on New Year’s Eve.
Launched on November 24, the original Piety Token entered the market at $0.0005 and achieved $0.01 in just 18 days, demonstrating extraordinary early adoption and demand. Following this milestone, the project transitioned into its next phase with the introduction of Piety PC, a patentable, asset-backed utility token designed for long-term stability, real-world use, and institutional scalability.
Over the following 18 days, Piety PC continued its growth trajectory, reaching the $0.10 benchmark as planned. With this objective achieved, URME United is now migrating the token ecosystem fully off public exchanges and into its private financial infrastructure.
Effective immediately, Piety PC will reside exclusively within CBF Bank & Trust and the URME United Private Exchange, accessed through the company’s proprietary Legacy Wallet. This move aligns with URME United’s long-stated commitment to protect long-term participants, eliminate speculative volatility, and prepare the token for its intended role as a payroll-grade digital currency.
“Our public market phase was never meant to be permanent,” said a spokesperson for URME United. “It was designed to prove demand, validate velocity, and establish trust. That mission is now complete.”
Beginning mid-January, URME United will commence onboarding payroll customers across the United States as part of the full rollout of the Piety PayChain. The company reports that a growing waiting list is already forming, driven by anticipation and demand for a currency engineered specifically for real commerce, workforce payroll, and daily economic activity.
URME United will continue its stated objective of progressing toward the $1.00 valuation milestone as adoption expands, before permanently integrating Piety PC into the live Piety PayChain payroll ecosystem.
This transition represents a critical step in URME United’s broader mission to deliver a stable, utility-driven, asset-backed digital currency designed for businesses, workers, and communities—built for use, not speculation.
About URME United
URME United is a private trust-based ecosystem developing next-generation financial infrastructure, including private banking, digital asset custody, payroll technology, and real-world utility currencies designed to support sustainable economic growth.
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Report analyzes common white collar inconsistencies and implications for generating reasonable doubt in prosecutions.
Reasonable doubt in complex prosecutions often arises from discrepancies that are not immediately apparent; this research aims to catalog those recurring issues for the benefit of the defense bar.”
— Joseph Terp, CEO & Co-Founder ExposeIQ
ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — ExposeIQ, a provider of litigation intelligence software, has issued a research report focused on evidence inconsistencies in white collar prosecutions. The document examines recurring patterns in federal cases and their relevance to white collar defense strategies.
The report, spanning approximately 5,000 words, surveys appellate records, trial outcomes, and enforcement trends to identify common white collar inconsistencies, including conflicts in financial documentation, witness accounts, and digital records. It discusses how such issues can contribute to reasonable doubt during proceedings.
The ExposeIQ White Collar Defense platform assists attorneys in reviewing case materials for potential discrepancies and generating reasonable doubt. The research is based on publicly available legal sources and aims to inform discussions among defense counsel handling complex prosecutions.
In addition, the platform offers optional neurolinguistic-based queries designed to help attorneys formulate follow-up questions during depositions or testimony preparation. The feature is intended to assist counsel in further exploring areas where recollections, timelines, or documents may appear misaligned.
The enhanced White Collar Discrepancy Analysis Suite includes:
• Real-Time Contradiction Detection – Compares ongoing testimony to prior statements, discovery, and digital records.
• Dynamic Timelines – Automatically updates case timelines as new information is introduced, helping teams visualize potential conflicts in sequence or chronology.
• Occam’s Razor Logic Engine – Suggests alternative explanations or interpretations designed to help attorneys evaluate competing narratives.
• Speech & Deception Analysis – Analyzes vocal patterns such as hesitation and stress markers, which may indicate uncertainty or inconsistent recall. It may also indicate a willful attempt to conceal relevant information.
• Digital Forensics Alignment – Integrates data from cell phones, computers, location records, video, and financial systems to determine whether digital evidence supports or conflicts with stated events.
• Problematic video evidence – Reasonable doubt generator, provides juries with visual evidence that undermines initial viewer perceptions.
Supporting attorneys in case preparation, many litigation teams rely on post-testimony transcript review, which may delay the identification of key issues. The ExposeIQ platform is designed to assist with earlier detection by highlighting inconsistencies during depositions or testimony, identifying timeline issues before they become embedded in trial narratives, evaluating expert assumptions in context with available data, suggesting targeted follow-up questions for further clarification, and helping build clearer, evidence-based counter-narratives for defense strategy.
The document is accessible on the ExposeIQ website for attorneys, researchers, and legal professionals interested in federal prosecution trends. It includes discussions of historical precedents and contemporary enforcement data. The ExposeIQ White Collar Defense platform remains available to firms engaged in white collar defense matters, with ongoing updates based on litigation insights.
ExposeIQ develops tools for white collar defense, including analysis of prosecution evidence patterns and case discrepancies. The ExposeIQ White Collar Defense platform supports review of testimony, timelines, and digital records in federal and State matters. Additional details are available at exposeiq.com.
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Henry H. Latimore IV’s crime thriller earns international honors as readership and recognition continue to grow.
I wrote this book to feel cinematic—every scene driven by urgency, emotion, and consequence. It’s not just about crime; it’s about the people caught in its aftermath.”
— Henry H. Latimore IV
LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Following its recognition at The International Impact Book Awards on November 1, 2025, in Phoenix, Arizona, at The Renaissance Hotel, Bobby Joe the Criminal by Henry H. Latimore IV continues to captivate readers with its gripping storytelling, cinematic intensity, and emotional depth.
Latimore’s breakthrough work has been praised for its powerful combination of loyalty, betrayal, corruption, and high-stakes action blended with the heart of a deeply human story. One year after its release, the book continues to gain momentum among fans of crime thrillers, detective fiction, and urban stories.
A Cinematic Crime Thriller with Heart
Bobby Joe the Criminal follows undercover detective Bobby Joe Jones Jr., a man raised in a family of crime fighters and shaped by a strong sense of duty to the state he serves. When the antagonist Ahmad draws him into a dangerous diamond heist, Bobby Joe is forced to confront the line between justice and survival.
Set in 1990s New York, the story moves through high-pressure FBI operations, the vibrant streets of Brooklyn, and tense confrontations that test loyalty and identity. Alongside the action, the book explores the emotional weight carried by those who wear the badge.
Readers have praised the novel for its authentic dialogue, raw emotional insights, and cinematic storytelling style. It is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and additional retailers.
About the Author
Henry H. Latimore IV, also known as Hank Latimore and Henri Banks, is an author, artist, poet, philosopher, innovator, and curator. His work blends urban atmosphere with emotional depth, reflecting a lifelong passion for storytelling, music, culture, and the powerful human stories behind everyday events.
Through La’timoStudio4, readers can explore:
• Original paintings and artwork
• Unique merchandise and creative designs
• A curated online art gallery
• A growing collection of literary and artistic projects
Latimore is featured in publications such as MSN.com, New York Weekly, and USA Today, and continues to expand his creative footprint with new books and visual works.
New Release: Spoken Words, Grow to Know Henry H. Latimore IV
Latimore’s latest book, Spoken Words, Grow to Know Henry H. Latimore IV, is a journey of healing, elevated thought, and open-minded reflection. This collection invites readers to absorb each message naturally, encouraging personal transformation through free-flowing poetic expression.
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Tomorrow, Friday: Launch of the King Abdulaziz Cup Heats at the 2025 Falconry Festival
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, January 2, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival 2025 reaches its decisive, crowning stage tomorrow, Friday, with the launch of the King Abdulaziz Cup heats for each category within the Al-Melwah competition. The day’s contests will kick off with six heats dedicated to international falcon owners in the following categories: Shaheen (juvenile and mature), Hur (juvenile and mature), and Gyr Hybrid (juvenile and mature).
International falconers will compete across the Owners and Professional tracks, vying directly for the King Abdulaziz Cups across the various categories. This year’s edition brings together participants from eight countries, led by falconers from the GCC states, alongside entries from Italy and Ireland. The festival continues to strengthen its global profile after recording three Guinness World Records as the world’s largest falconry festival in terms of the number of participating falcons.
Locally, falconers across the tracks (Elite – Professionals – Owners – Amateurs) concluded the qualifying rounds over the past days with 53 heats, the latest held today, Thursday, through the Elite local heats. These qualifiers saw ten winners advance from each heat to compete in the King Abdulaziz Cup heats.
In a new addition, Friday will, for the first time, feature the “Schools Heat,” organized by the Saudi Falcons Club, aiming to reinforce national identity, introduce younger generations to the world of falcons and falconry, and pass down the heritage of fathers and grandfathers. The heat will include 200 male and female students aged 7 to 17, selected through extensive coordination with a number of schools, including field visits and introductory sessions. The day’s program will also include the “Future Falconer Heat,” which the club has continued to stage in response to strong interest from youth and their parents.
The King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival 2025, held in Riyadh with broad participation from local and international falconers, features 139 heats and offers 1,012 prizes with a total value exceeding SAR 38 million.
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Expert AI Prompts launches a free guide to help small business owners save 5 hours weekly using 2026-ready AI strategies. Download the efficiency roadmap today.
TOWNSVILLE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA, January 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — As the 2026 business calendar begins, small business owners and solopreneurs globally are facing a familiar paradox: the ambition to scale versus the reality of time poverty. In response to the growing demand for operational efficiency, Expert AI Prompts has officially announced the release of its flagship resource, “5 Expert AI Prompts That Save 5 Hours This Week,” a strategic roadmap designed to help entrepreneurs operationalize their New Year’s resolutions through advanced artificial intelligence.
Industry data suggests that while 78% of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) plan to adopt AI in 2026, many fail to move beyond basic experimentation due to a lack of context-driven instruction. The result is often “generic” output that requires heavy editing, negating the time-saving promise of the technology.
Expert AI Prompts aims to bridge this gap. Unlike generic AI tools or “copy-paste” templates that produce robotic text, this new initiative focuses on “Expert-Level” frameworks. These allow business owners to input specific industry context, resulting in outputs that reflect credibility and professionalism immediately.
“Too many business owners are stuck in the weeds of daily operations, wishing they had the resources of bigger players,” said a Spokesperson for Expert AI Prompts. “Our mission for 2026 is to empower these ambitious entrepreneurs with expert-level AI tools that provide the leverage they need to scale confidently. We aren’t just offering shortcuts; we are offering a way to compete with industry leaders.”.
The newly released guide addresses the specific “Alex Rivers” archetype—the overworked business owner wearing multiple hats. It offers immediate relief for common bottlenecks by providing:
Context-First Frameworks: Moving beyond simple commands to structured prompts that understand brand voice.
Immediate ROI: A tangible reduction in workload, estimated at five hours saved in the first week of implementation.
Workflow Integration: Strategies to streamline client emails, social media drafting, and ad copy generation without sacrificing quality.
This release marks the beginning of a broader strategic rollout by Expert AI Prompts. Over the coming six months, the company plans to unveil industry-specific prompt packs covering 30 distinct sectors, including Real Estate, eCommerce, and Agency management.
“Efficiency is one of our core values,” the Spokesperson continued. “Every tool we release must save time and streamline workflows. If it doesn’t free a business owner from being overwhelmed so they can focus on growth, we don’t release it.”.
The “5 Expert AI Prompts That Save 5 Hours This Week” guide is available immediately for free download. It serves as an entry point for business owners ready to transition from reactive content creation to proactive strategic planning in 2026.
About Expert AI Prompts
Expert AI Prompts is the trusted partner for ambitious entrepreneurs who want to save time, reduce stress, and scale their business without sacrificing quality. By combining AI-powered efficiency with strategic depth, the company helps small business owners transform overwhelm into opportunity. The brand stands for clarity, credibility, and competitive advantage—equipping entrepreneurs to achieve expert-level results and grow with confidence.
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ProfileTree founder says businesses relying solely on Google rankings face significant visibility loss as users shift to AI-powered search alternatives.
The search landscape has fragmented across AI platforms. Businesses preparing now will thrive. Those waiting risk invisibility.”
— Ciaran Connolly, ProfileTree Founder
BELFAST, CO. ANTRIM, UNITED KINGDOM, January 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — A leading Northern Ireland digital marketing expert is warning businesses across Ireland and the United Kingdom that organic search traffic is fragmenting across multiple AI platforms, requiring urgent strategy changes before 2026.
Ciaran Connolly, founder of Belfast-based digital agency ProfileTree, says businesses that rely solely on traditional Google rankings risk losing significant visibility as users increasingly turn to AI Overviews, ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude, and other AI-powered search alternatives.
The warning comes as research indicates that up to 25 percent of traditional organic search traffic could shift to AI chatbots and answer engines by 2026, fundamentally changing how consumers in Belfast, Dublin, London, and across the UK discover and choose businesses.
The Fragmentation of Search
“We’re seeing a fundamental shift in how people find information online,” said Connolly, who has led ProfileTree’s growth from a Belfast startup to one of Northern Ireland’s most established digital agencies over the past 14 years. “It’s no longer just about ranking on page one of Google. Your business now needs to appear in AI Overviews, be cited by ChatGPT, show up in Perplexity results, and be referenced by Claude and Gemini. The search landscape has fragmented, and most businesses haven’t adapted.”
Google’s own AI Overviews feature, which provides AI-generated summaries at the top of search results, has already reduced click-through rates by 25 to 60 percent for many queries. This means that even businesses ranking in the top three positions on Google are receiving significantly fewer website visitors than they did just 12 months ago.
For small and medium-sized enterprises across Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland, and the wider UK market, this shift presents both challenges and opportunities. Businesses that adapt quickly to the new AI search environment stand to gain market share from competitors who remain focused solely on traditional SEO techniques.
Impact on Northern Ireland and Irish Businesses
The Belfast digital marketing sector has seen significant growth in recent years, with businesses increasingly seeking expertise in AI-driven marketing strategies. ProfileTree, which operates from its headquarters in County Antrim, has been at the forefront of this shift, delivering over 1,000 AI training programmes to businesses across the island of Ireland and throughout the UK.
“Northern Ireland businesses are particularly well-positioned to adapt to these changes,” Connolly explained. “We have a strong tradition of SME innovation, and the cross-border nature of many Irish businesses means they’re already used to operating across multiple markets. The same flexibility that helps Belfast companies serve clients in Dublin, London, Manchester, and beyond will help them adapt to serving customers across multiple AI search platforms.”
The agency has observed that businesses in sectors including professional services, hospitality, retail, manufacturing, and technology are all being affected by the AI search shift. Local businesses that previously relied on Google Maps listings and local SEO to attract customers in Belfast, Derry, Newry, Lisburn, and other Northern Ireland towns are now finding that AI assistants are increasingly mediating these local discovery moments.
Understanding AI Search Behaviour
According to Connolly, the key difference between traditional search and AI-powered search lies in how these systems select and present information to users.
“When someone searches on Google, they see a list of results and choose which website to visit,” he said. “But when someone asks ChatGPT or Perplexity for a recommendation, the AI provides a direct answer, often citing just two or three sources. If your business isn’t one of those cited sources, you’re invisible to that user entirely.”
This shift has significant implications for digital marketing strategy. Traditional SEO focused heavily on keyword rankings, backlink profiles, and technical website optimisation. While these factors remain important, AI search optimisation requires additional considerations.
AI systems tend to favour content that is clearly structured, factually accurate, frequently cited by other authoritative sources, and written in a style that can be easily quoted or referenced. Businesses need to create content that AI systems view as trustworthy and quotable, not just content that ranks well in traditional search results.
The Rise of Generative Engine Optimisation
The digital marketing industry has begun using the term Generative Engine Optimisation, or GEO, to describe the practice of optimising content for AI-powered search systems. ProfileTree has been developing GEO strategies for clients across Belfast, Dublin, and the UK since early 2024.
“GEO is fundamentally different from traditional SEO,” Connolly noted. “With traditional SEO, you’re trying to convince Google’s algorithm that your page is the most relevant result for a particular query. With GEO, you’re trying to ensure that AI systems understand your business well enough to recommend you when users ask relevant questions.”
Key elements of an effective GEO strategy include creating comprehensive ‘Why Choose Us’ pages that clearly articulate a business’s unique value proposition, ensuring consistent brand information across all online platforms, building citations and mentions on websites that AI systems frequently reference, and structuring content in formats that AI systems prefer to cite.
Practical Steps for UK and Irish Businesses
ProfileTree recommends that businesses across Northern Ireland, Ireland, and the UK take several immediate steps to prepare for the continued fragmentation of search traffic.
First, businesses should audit their current AI search presence. This involves searching for their brand name, products, and services in ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google’s AI Overviews, and other AI platforms to understand how they are currently being represented. Many businesses are surprised to find that AI systems have outdated or inaccurate information about their offerings.
Second, businesses should review their content strategy to ensure they are creating material that AI systems want to reference. This includes developing clear, factual content that answers specific questions, creating comprehensive guides and resources that establish expertise, and ensuring all business information is consistent across the web.
Third, businesses should diversify their digital presence beyond Google dependency. This means building authority on platforms that AI systems frequently cite, including LinkedIn, YouTube, industry publications, and reputable news sources. ProfileTree’s own YouTube channel, which recently surpassed 250,000 subscribers with business education content, has become an increasingly important source of referral traffic as AI systems cite video content more frequently.
Fourth, businesses should invest in building genuine expertise signals. AI systems are increasingly sophisticated at identifying authoritative sources, and they tend to favour businesses with demonstrated expertise, clear credentials, and strong reputations. This means that traditional reputation-building activities such as earning media coverage, collecting customer reviews, and participating in industry events have become more important, not less.
The Role of AI Training in Business Adaptation
ProfileTree, which was recently featured in the Belfast Newsletter for making its comprehensive AI masterclass available free to local businesses, has seen demand for AI training increase significantly over the past 18 months.
“When we started offering AI training, most businesses wanted to understand how to use tools like ChatGPT for content creation or customer service,” Connolly recalled. “Now, we’re seeing much more sophisticated requests. Businesses want to understand how AI is changing their entire digital presence, from how customers find them to how they can use AI internally to improve operations.”
The agency’s AI training programmes cover topics including AI search optimisation, AI-assisted content creation, AI tools for business productivity, and strategic AI implementation for SMEs. Training is delivered both in-person at ProfileTree’s Belfast headquarters and remotely to businesses across Ireland and the UK.
“The businesses that will thrive in 2026 and beyond are those investing in AI understanding now,” Connolly said. “This isn’t about replacing human expertise with AI. It’s about understanding how AI is changing customer behaviour and adapting your business accordingly.”
Implications for the Digital Marketing Industry
The shift toward AI-powered search has significant implications for the digital marketing and SEO industry itself. Agencies that built their business models around traditional Google rankings are being forced to adapt or risk obsolescence.
ProfileTree has been investing heavily in developing new methodologies for measuring and improving AI search presence. The agency now offers AI SEO audits that assess how businesses appear across multiple AI platforms, alongside traditional SEO services.
“The agencies that will succeed are those that view AI as an opportunity rather than a threat,” Connolly observed. “Yes, AI is changing how search works. But it’s also creating new opportunities for businesses that are prepared to adapt. Our job as a digital agency is to help our clients navigate these changes successfully.”
The Belfast digital marketing sector has shown resilience in adapting to previous industry shifts, including the move to mobile-first design, the rise of social media marketing, and changes to Google’s algorithms. Industry observers expect Northern Ireland agencies to adapt successfully to the AI search shift as well.
Looking Ahead to 2026
Connolly predicts that the pace of change in AI-powered search will accelerate throughout 2025 and 2026. Google is expected to expand the reach of AI Overviews, while OpenAI, Microsoft, and other technology companies continue to develop their own AI search products.
“By the end of 2026, I expect the search landscape to look dramatically different from today,” he said. “Businesses that start preparing now will have a significant advantage over those that wait. The time to act is now, not when the changes become impossible to ignore.”
ProfileTree continues to publish research and guidance on AI search developments through its website and YouTube channel. The agency also offers free initial consultations for businesses looking to understand their current AI search presence and develop strategies for improvement.
About ProfileTree
ProfileTree is a digital marketing and creative media agency headquartered in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Founded in 2011 by Ciaran Connolly, the agency provides web design, SEO, content marketing, video production, and AI training services to businesses across Northern Ireland, Ireland, and the UK.
Over 14 years in operation, ProfileTree has accumulated more than 450 five-star client reviews and built a YouTube following of over 250,000 subscribers. The agency has completed more than 1,000 business projects and delivered AI training to organisations ranging from small local businesses to large enterprises.
ProfileTree has been featured in publications including the Belfast Newsletter and the Irish News, and has worked with clients including Tourism Northern Ireland, National Trust, and Derry Halloween, Europe’s largest Halloween festival.
For more information about AI search optimisation, digital marketing services, or AI training programmes, visit ProfileTree at https://www.profiletree.com or contact the team directly.
Digital Marketing Trends, E-Commerce Insights & 2026 Predictions
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Part of the Cyberhawk Universe, the Book Blends Technology, Fantasy, Mystery, Ethics, and Honor for Today’s Young Readers
The hero is an average child who navigates the complexities of his parents’ divorce and discovers that not everything is as it seems.”
— Gretchen L Winkler
PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — User Friendly Media Group, Inc. announces the release of The Knight School Journal, a new young adult fiction novel by author Gretchen L. Winkler, now available in paperback and Kindle formats on Amazon.
Set within the broader Cyberhawk Universe, The Knight School Journal is a standalone companion novel that explores the concept of modern knighthood through the eyes of a student navigating ethics, responsibility, technology, and the unknown mysteries of today’s world. The story blends contemporary challenges with timeless values such as honor, service, and accountability.
“The hero is an average child who navigates the complexities of his parents’ divorce and discovers that not everything is as it seems. When their problems land him in a school for future knights, he starts to see the world differently. He learns that there is more to life than wishing for his parents to remarry. He also discovers the frightening truth behind his parents’ sorrows.” – says author Gretchen L. Winkler.
Designed for young adult readers and families, the novel aligns with discussions around acceptance, friendship, and personal growth. While part of the Cyberhawk Universe, no prior knowledge of the series is required to enjoy the book.
The book has been assigned an ISBN, a Library of Congress Control Number (LCCN), and is fully copyrighted. Marketing efforts will include a phased launch strategy, author outreach, and educational and community engagement initiatives.
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• Title: The Knight School Journal
• Author: Gretchen L. Winkler
• Publisher: User Friendly Media Group, Inc.
• Genre: Young Adult Fiction / Modern Knighthood
• Formats: Paperback and Kindle
• Availability: Amazon
About the Author
Gretchen L. Winkler is an author who explores stories that blend science fiction and fantasy, creating a balance between two concepts that seem polar opposites but ultimately meet. She works to develop in-depth characters and believable action responses in tales such as those in the Cyberhawk universe, where advanced technology brings hope to a contemporary world where the realms of mystery and fantasy remain hidden just at the edge of social awareness.
About User Friendly Media Group, Inc.
User Friendly Media Group, Inc. is an independent publisher and media organization focused on technology, education, and storytelling. The company produces books, podcasts, and educational content aimed at promoting digital literacy and responsible innovation. The flagship show, User Friendly 2.0, has aired on radio and podcasts for 13 years.
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A Call to Action by Women for Paws for Helping Animal Shelter Expands to Dog Adoption
Who knew that a trip to the Upper Keys Humane Society to donate cat food would turn into a pet adoption by the founder of the organization donating the food, Women for Paws.”
— Women for Paws
KEY LARGO, FL, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — It is not every day that a founder of a nonprofit responds directly to the needs of a pet shelter. But this is exactly what happened on a Sunday morning when Grace C. Lopez, the founder of Women for Paws, decided to go to the local supermarket to purchase large bags and canned cat food to respond to the shortage of pet food at the Upper Keys Humane Society.
Women for Paws is a nonprofit dedicated to helping pet owners that are struggling financially to pay for their pet’s medical bills and immediate needs, and this time the help was a bit different. This nonprofit decided that by keeping pets in pet shelters well fed this would ultimately help the pet owners who are looking to adopt healthy kittens and adult cats. “When one of our board members, Kara Biery, a local Key Largo resident, reached out about helping out, it was an easy decision for me to act on the request because shelters are overpopulated and there is only so much that donations can cover. I also know that most of the shelters not only feed the cats inside the shelter, but also the cats that surround the shelters outside. For every dog entering local pet shelters, there are four cats, and that’s why there is a greater need for cat food than dog food,” said Grace C. Lopez.
The help offered to this shelter didn’t end with just donating pet food, Grace also decided to adopt one of the puppies that was coming in at the same time that she was entering the shelter. “The last thing that I expected was to add another rescue dog to my pack of two beautiful shitzu mixes. But all it took was that one look from one of their puppies to have me fall in love. I ended up bringing a beautiful mini Aussiedoodle home with me. I think that from now on I will send a volunteer to donate pet food to make sure that I don’t keep adding more rescues to my pack; at least until Women for Paws grows to a level of having its own shelter to rescue pets,” said Grace.
This is not the first time that Women for Paws has responded to the needs of the Upper Keys. Most recently in October, there was a shortage of food for the veterans living in Key Largo. When Grace heard about it, she helped fill the pantry at the local VA center. “I knew that if there was a shortage of human food for our veterans that there would certainly be a shortage of food for their pets. This became a priority to answer this plea for help. For me, pets are like family, and we will do whatever that we can to make sure that the family pet does not go hungry. It was an honor to serve the needs of our veterans because they have done so much for our country and our freedom. I felt that this was as small gesture on our part,” said Grace.
Women for Paws has been helping the Florida Keys for the past four years in responding to the needs of desperate pet owners asking for financial assistance to save their pet’s lives.
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Building on a Blockbuster Speaking & Media Tour, World Leading Futurist Operationalizes the “Future of Uncertainty” for Asset Managers, Boards & Policymakers
As we enter 2026, closing the first quarter of the 21st century, the verdict is in: ‘rare’ has become routine, and the ‘unprecedented’ is now our normal.”
— Roger Spitz, Disruptive Futures Institute
SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — As global markets grapple with the collapse of historical patterns, the Disruptive Futures Institute announces the launch of Roger Spitz’s 2026 global keynote tour, anchored by his high-demand Strategic Imperative Series: “The Future of Predictability, Risk & Finance.”
Kicking off the year with a slate of engagements in the world’s financial capitals, Spitz brings a critical message to the boardrooms of sovereign wealth funds, family offices, insurers, and investment banks: In an era where risk has mutated into radical uncertainty, the traditional “Predict and Act” models have stopped working.
This “Uncertainty” Special Edition series addresses the defining challenge of the decade. Financial models thrive on data to price risk and calculate returns, yet the world is throwing curveballs – climate shifts, geoeconomic fragmentation, and AI-driven systemic disruptions – that defy historical precedence and predictability. Put simply, there is no data on the future.
“Have our traditional risk models, built on mountains of data, become liabilities?” asks Spitz, a former Global Head of Technology M&A at BNP Paribas. “Risk is something you can model and measure. But we have entered the domain of Deep Uncertainty – where shocks accelerate through feedback loops and cascade systemically. You cannot model the unquantifiable; you must build the antifragility to weather it.”
2026 GLOBAL TOUR: THE FINANCIAL CAPITALS The 2026 tour builds on the momentum of Spitz’s recent landmark Americas Media & Speaking Legs, where he headlined flagship innovation forums including MIT Technology Review’s EmTech, Amcham Talks, Future Hacker, and dozens of events across North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America.
Driven by surging demand for his “Uncertainty” frameworks, Roger Spitz will now headline major financial summits and executive briefings across Frankfurt, Geneva, Zurich, New York, London, Paris, Milan, Toronto, Montreal, Munich, Stockholm, Dubai, and Singapore. Q1 2026 kicks off with high-profile keynote engagements solidifying his status as a strategic advisor for regions navigating economic reshuffling:
• London, New York & Zurich: Leading executive briefings and keynotes on systemic paradigm shifts and the future of finance and investment. • Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Dubai, and São Paulo. • Trinidad & Tobago: Headlining the Distinguished Leadership and Innovation Conference (hosted by the Arthur Lok Jack Global School of Business) on the theme of “IntelliLEAD.”
VALIDATED IN THE BOARDROOM: ASSET MANAGEMENT & INSURANCE BRIEFINGS The curriculum for the 2026 tour has been stress-tested in exclusive, private board briefings for some of the world’s leading financial institutions. During his recent Americas leg, Spitz delivered closed-door strategy sessions on “Risk & Returns in the Era of Systemic Disruption” for top-tier investment banks, asset managers, family offices, and insurance companies, including headlining major keynotes for AXA, Porto Seguro, and Risk Live Europe on “The Future of Risk & Unpredictability.”
Designed specifically for the insurance, banking, and investment sectors, this “Uncertainty” Special Edition series decodes the “Unpredictable” and “Uninsurable” through new keynotes:
• The Future of Insurability: Insuring the “Uninsurable” when climate and cyber risks correlate. • The Future of Risk Management: Moving beyond compliance to build resilience for AI & Turbulence. • Black Swans and Golden Geese: Risks & Returns in the Era of Unpredictability. • Futures of Finance and Investment: Systemic Paradigm Shifts in Capital Allocation. • Adaptive Frameworks for Uncertainty: Strategies for a Disrupted World. • Futures of Boards and Governance: Anticipatory Leadership in Deep Uncertainty.
“Roger Spitz gave a compelling closing keynote. He challenged us to think differently about disruption… He asked bold, timely questions… A thought-provoking, high-impact way to close the event.” – Emma Pearce, Head of Events Risk.Net, Infopro Digital & Markets (Risk Live Europe)
THE POSSIBILITY OF AN “UNINSURABLE” WORLD? NEW RESEARCH & INDUSTRY IMPACT The 2026 tour is underpinned by groundbreaking new practitioner research. Roger Spitz’s co-authored paper with Olivier Desbiey (Head of Foresight at AXA), “The future of risk and insurability in the era of systemic disruption, unpredictability and artificial intelligence,” published in Risk.Net’s Journal of Operational Risk, has become a foundational text for the future of the finance industry.
The paper argues for a shift from “Predict and Act” to “Anticipate and Prevent,” a theme Spitz has presented at major industry forums including Risk.Net’s Risk Live Europe (London), The Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA, London), World Economic Forum (New York & Geneva), and CERAVISION (CERA Global Risk Management Association, London).
Spitz’s keynote perspectives on the future of finance is further strengthened by his direct leadership in climate risk and sustainable finance. As a board member of Lux Carbon Standard (LuxCS), he advises on the evolution of voluntary carbon markets and ecosystem-based decarbonization – areas increasingly critical to financial resilience and sustainable value creation. Grounded in real-world case studies, Roger Spitz’s talks and work bridge academic insight, industry practice, and strategic foresight.
Together, this research and global engagement frame a pressing question for leaders across finance, insurance, and policy: How do institutions remain insurable – and relevant – in an era defined by systemic disruption, accelerating climate risk, and artificial intelligence?
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NOTES TO EDITORS: 2026 SPITZ SPEAKING PLATFORM & CREDENTIALS
ABOUT ROGER SPITZ’S 2026 GLOBAL KEYNOTE PORTFOLIO Alongside his flagship Visionary Trilogy keynotes, Roger Spitz’s 2026 speaking portfolio is anchored by two “Strategic Imperative” deep dives that address the defining challenges – and opportunities – of the coming decade: Uncertainty and Instability.
I. THE VISIONARY TRILOGY (Signature Flagship Keynotes) Roger Spitz’s core collection of three acclaimed standalone keynotes – The Mindset Shift, The Intelligence Shift, and The Leadership Shift – designed to rewire how we think, decide, and lead in an unpredictable world. • Best Suited For: Spitz’s Visionary Trilogy signature flagship keynotes are ideally suited for Global Conferences & Grand Stages.
II. THE STRATEGIC IMPERATIVES (Deep Dive Keynotes) Spitz’s specialized, high-impact thematic “special edition” keynote series on uncertainty and instability for CEOs, industry leaders, boards, and investors. The deep dive special editions keynotes on Uncertainty & Instability are well suited to executive retreats, industry conferences, and elite global stages.
• (i) The “UNCERTAINTY” Special Edition – The Future of Predictability, Risk & Finance Decoding the collapse of historical data for global financial stages, asset managers, and boards. In an era where “risk” has mutated into radical uncertainty, traditional modeling fails. This deep-dive talk series provides the frameworks to move beyond prediction:
– The End of Predictability: Why relying on historical data is a liability in a nonlinear world. – The Future of Risk Management: The AAA Framework – Building anticipatory, antifragile, and agile strategies for “unknown unknowns.” – Investability & Insurability: Navigating capital allocation when the rules of ROI collapse.
• (ii) The “INSTABILITY” Special Edition – The Futures of Geopolitics, Global Disorder & Grand Strategy Anticipating power shifts, systemic fragmentation, and the erosion of global order. Designed for leadership teams, global boards, and policymakers, this new talk series operationalizes Anticipatory Governance to navigate a fracturing world:
– Metaruptions & Multipolarity: Navigating deep uncertainty at the volatile convergence of the Three Gs: Geopolitics, Geoeconomics, and Geotechnology. – Grand Strategy for a Decoupled World: Applying Spitz’s AAA Framework (Antifragile, Anticipatory, Agile) to the futures of Geopolitics & Global Order – redefining governance dynamics for an era of systemic fragmentation. – Info-Ruption & Epistemic Security: Protecting Human Agency, truth, and cyber resilience in an age of algorithmic warfare and hybrid conflicts.
• Best Suited For: Spitz’s Strategic Imperatives deep dive “special edition” keynotes are ideally suited for Executive Retreats, Industry Conferences, and Elite Global Stages.
III. THE “FUTURES OF…” FRONTIER SERIES (Critical Frontier Keynotes) From algorithmic intelligence and synthetic biology to the new space economy, Spitz’s keynotes explore the emerging forces and frontier domains that are reshaping industries, the future of work, society, and the trajectory of humanity. Well suited to global conferences, grand stages, and industry conferences. • Best Suited For: Spitz’s “The Futures of…” Frontier Series are ideally suited for Global Conferences, Grand Stages, and Industry-Specific & Innovation Summits.
IV. “CALL TO IMPACT” GLOBAL TOUR (Spitz’s Award-Wining Book Talks) Based on Roger Spitz’s bestselling book, this global tour combines interactive keynotes, audience Q&A, workshops, and exclusive book signings.
____ HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE FUTURES OF FINANCE & RISK SPEAKING SERIES Spitz’s extensive speaking portfolio underscores his influence across global sectors. A sought-after voice on global finance, enterprise risk, financial technology, investments, and geopolitics, he has spoken at leading organizations and events, including:
• Financial Institutions & Verticals: AXA, BMO, BNP Paribas, Capgemini, CERA, Euronext, Europlace, Global Capital, KPMG, IBM, NASDAQ, Merrill Corp, Porto Seguro, Reuters, Risk Academy, Risk.Net, Silicon Valley Bank, Tech M&A Forum, Temasek, Thomson Corp, TMT Finance. • Leadership & Policy Forums: World Economic Forum (Geneva & New York), Global Peter Drucker Forum (Austria), Edison Electric Institute EEI (Washington D.C.), Climatebase (San Francisco), World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), Dubai Capital Club. • Innovation & Tech Summits: MIT Technology Review’s EmTech, Nasscom (Bangalore), Gartner, DLD Innovation, Volcano Innovation Summit (Guatemala City), Amcham Lab Global Talks (Brazil), Rulebreaker Future Congress (Germany), Singularity University (Mountain View), Mobile World Congress (MWC Barcelona), TechCrunch Disrupt (San Francisco), StartSe Global Conference (São Paulo), Arthur Lok Jack Global School of Business (Trinidad). • Professional Associations: Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA), CERA Global Risk Management Association, Association of Professional Futurists (APF), Institute of Directors (IoD, India), Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), Global Electrification Forum, Brazilian Institute for Corporate Governance (IBGC).
____ NEW PAPER ON THE FUTURE OF RISK AND INSURABILITY Paper: “The future of risk and insurability in the era of systemic disruption, unpredictability and artificial intelligence” Authors: Roger Spitz and Olivier Desbiey (Head of Foresight, AXA) Publication: Journal of Operational Risk (Risk.Net) The paper is open access, available for free download on Risk.Net: ► https://www.risk.net/node/7961666
The Future of Risk and Insurability Paper – TL;DR & Synopsis: • Risk vs. Uncertainty: Risk is measurable; Deep Uncertainty involves unknowable probabilities and indeterminate outcomes. • Systemic Disruption: The rising frequency of historically rare and high-impact shocks (climate, cyber, geopolitical, technological) exposes the fragility of legacy risk models. • The Paradigm Shift: Moving from viewing disruption as episodic to understanding it as systemic. • The Solution: Adaptive anticipatory frameworks are required for systemic disruption and unpredictability. Roger Spitz’s AAA Framework (Antifragile, Anticipatory, Agility). Building organizational “immune systems” to manage outcome amplitude rather than probability.
____ KEY QUOTES FROM ROGER SPITZ ON RISK & PREDICTABILITY
“So, we need new operating systems. Events once considered ‘historic’ or ‘unprecedented’ are occurring with greater frequency across sectors, societies, and systems. By 2025, a quarter into the 21st century, one might ask: has rare become less rare, and unprecedented become the new normal?”
“In the end, the most resilient insurance model isn’t about ‘PREDICT AND ACT.’ It’s about evolving to ‘ANTICIPATE AND PREVENT’ – and ultimately, to ‘IMAGINE AND EMPOWER’ ex-ante insurance models.”
“But remember – AGENCY is like an unexercised option. It has no value unless we act.”
“If you can’t measure risk, should one imagine resiliency-based insurance premiums?”
“The insights derived from data can be invaluable as a feedback loop to decision-making, but should never be confused with a proxy for the future.”
____ ABOUT ROGER SPITZ Roger Spitz is the top-ranked futurist and keynote speaker on disruption, leadership, and artificial intelligence. He has delivered well over 500 keynotes to 100,000+ leaders across six continents and 40+ countries.
Roger Spitz’s influence is grounded in a 20-year career at the sharpest edge of finance and frontier technology. As Global Head of Technology M&A at BNP Paribas, he led more than 50 high-profile transactions totaling over $25 billion. He built the bank’s U.S. M&A investment banking platform in San Francisco and launched its European Technology & Digital Corporate Finance practices in London and Paris.
This extensive background in cross-border M&A, private equity, and futures intelligence gives Roger unmatched credibility in high-stakes strategic decision-making environments. Whether guiding asset managers in Wall Street, decoding AI’s evolution in Silicon Valley, or shaping energy policy from Washington D.C. to the Amazon, Spitz’s thought leadership transcends conventional boundaries.
Global Media Authority: Spitz’s recent tours have generated significant media attention, with CNN describing him as “the world’s leading futurist on disruption” and Estadão featuring his insights on the existential risks of AI and agency. He is a regular contributor to MIT Technology Review and has been featured in Bloomberg, Fast Company, and the Journal of Futures Studies.
Awards for Disrupt With Impact: Achieve Business Success in an Unpredictable World (Roger Spitz, Kogan page Publishing) • WINNER – 2024 Chanticleer International Book Awards (CIBA): Harvey Chute First Place Winner, Business & Enterprise • WINNER – 2024 Foreword Indies Book of the Year Award Winner: Bronze, Business & Economics • WINNER – 2025 Readers Favorite Book of the Year Award Winner: Bronze, Business & Finance • FINALIST – 2025 International Book Awards (IBA): General Business & Management
Selected Media & Interviews on the Future of Risk: • Risk.Net / Risk Live Europe: “Exclusive Interview with Roger Spitz: What is the Future of Risk?” • World Economic Forum TV: “The Future of Risk: Industries in Disruption” (with Olivier Desbiey). • CNN Money: “Entering a Multipolar World. • IBM Center for the Business of Government: “Leading in a World of Metaruptions.” • Global Peter Drucker Forum: “Thinking Across Different Time Horizons.” • Risk Masters Podcast: “Foresight and Risk: Embracing Unpredictability.”
DISRUPTIVE FUTURES INSTITUTE SUBSTACK: METARUPTIONS BRIEFINGS & 2026 WORD OF THE YEAR New Substack Publication: “Thriving on Disruption: Metaruptions Briefings” As the global landscape pivots into the decisive second quarter of the 21st century, the Disruptive Futures Institute announces the launch of its dedicated Substack intelligence platform, “Thriving on Disruption: Metaruptions Briefings.”
Spearheaded by Roger Spitz, this publication serves as a central node for the Disruptive Futures Institute’s latest research, educational toolkits, and practitioner insights. It is designed to equip leaders, organizations, and individuals with the strategic foresight and futures frameworks necessary to decode systemic disruptions and exercise agency in an unpredictable world.
“Metaruptions” Named 2026 Word of the Year: The launch coincides with the designation of “Metaruptions” as the 2026 Word of the Year by both the Disruptive Futures Institute and the Reinvention Academy.
This dual recognition signals a critical shift in how the foresight community qualifies the complex, self-reinforcing forces redefining fields, societies, and humanity itself. It validates the central thesis of Roger Spitz’s 2026 keynote series: that we have moved beyond simple “disruption” into a meta-layer of systemic change that requires a fundamentally new operating system.
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Blue Star Mothers of America renews its mission in 2026, expanding support for military families, veterans, and Gold Star families nationwide.
Together, we can ensure no military mother stands alone, no veteran is forgotten, and no Gold Star family is without support.”
— Karen Stillwell, National President, Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc.
WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — As the new year begins, Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. (BSMA) renews its commitment to supporting America’s military, veterans, and Gold Star families through service, advocacy, and community engagement.
With over 6,000 members and more than 200 chapters nationwide, Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. is a Congressionally Chartered, non-partisan, non-political, and non-sectarian 501(c)(3) organization made up of mothers, stepmothers, grandmothers, foster mothers, and female legal guardians of military members and veterans. United by service, these volunteers dedicate countless hours each year to ensuring military families know they are not alone.
“As we move into 2026, our mission remains steadfast — but our vision is growing,” said Karen Stillwell, National President of Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. “By expanding our membership and strengthening donor support, we can increase our impact and reach more military families, veterans, and Gold Star families who need support now more than ever.”
Serving Veterans Through VA Voluntary Service (VAVS)
One of Blue Star Mothers of America’s key national initiatives is participation in the Department of Veterans Affairs Voluntary Service (VAVS) program. Through VAVS, members serve veterans across the country in:
1. More than 150 VA Medical Centers and Healthcare Systems 2. Over 475 Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs)
Veterans from all eras — including World War II, Vietnam, the Gulf War, Iraq, and Afghanistan — receive care within VA facilities. Many face ongoing physical, emotional, and mental health challenges. Blue Star Mothers volunteers provide comfort, compassion, and critical support to these heroes.
Each VA facility benefits from having a VAVS Representative, who recruits volunteers and coordinates donations to meet the specific needs of that facility. Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. continues to work toward placing a VAVS Representative in every VA Medical Center and Healthcare System nationwide.
Additional Ways to Serve in 2026
Beyond VA service, Blue Star Mothers chapters support the military community by: 1. Packing and shipping care packages to deployed service members 2. Volunteering at veteran events and local Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs) 3. Supporting Gold Star families through remembrance, outreach, and community care 4. Participating in patriotic programs, ceremonies, and educational initiatives
Call to Action: Growing the Mission Together
As the needs of military families and veterans continue to grow, Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. is focused on expanding its reach through increased membership and donor support. Military mothers who are eligible are encouraged to join a local chapter or help establish one in their community. Supporters who believe in the mission are invited to contribute financially, enabling the organization to strengthen programs and expand services nationwide.
“Together, we can ensure that no military mother stands alone, no veteran is forgotten, and no Gold Star family is left without support,” President Stillwell added.
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Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc.
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