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VENICE, FLORIDA / ACCESS Newswire / June 23, 2025 / Recent articles highlight concerns over developers increasingly utilizing special taxing districts in Florida, which can serve residents, but lately appear to be granting developers excessive control. A key example is CS/HB 4061 – West Villages Improvement District, Sarasota County. This bill, passed with expedient unanimity through the Florida Legislature, awaited being sent to the Governor for nearly two months amid Wellen Park resident protests including a Change.org petition that now has 3,177 signatures urging a veto.

On its face, the bill adjusts thresholds for transitioning WVID board seats in from developer-appointed to resident-elected. Currently, the district’s board has four developer-appointed and one resident-elected seat, but ongoing litigation by a few residents claims that they deserve one or two more elected seats already. CS/HB 4061 would render resident these claims moot, whether they were valid before or not. Rep. Danny Nix, the bill’s sponsor, made a statement on March 26 to the House Intergovernmental Affairs Committee that putting an end to the resident litigation was an intent with the bill.

Residents claim the new thresholds are unrealistic, ensuring developer control indeterminately, control including tax-billed assessment fees paid to the developer’s entity for up to 100 years for holding a water permit. More alarmingly, though, the bill grants the district eminent domain powers and the ability to annex land without government approval, allowing a foreign-owned corporation’s employees to force easements, seize private property, and expand the district indefinitely.

CS/HB 4061 bypasses officials meant to manage growth and protect resources, enabling unsustainable development. At a June 17 12th District Court hearing, the developer’s attorney suggested a 100-year water agreement is irrelevant due to impending water shortages, implying the development knowingly exceeds local resource capacity.

Residents fear a for-profit, foreign-owned company will control tax assessments, profit from them, and dictate resource management and growth, leaving Floridians to bear future costs. The bill’s passage raises broader concerns about developer-driven districts undermining local governance and straining resources without oversight.

In 2023, DeSantis dissolved Disney’s special district, Reedy Creek Improvement District, stating, “Allowing a corporation to control its own government is bad policy, especially when the corporation makes decisions that impact an entire region…” Unlike Reedy Creek, where Disney uses the land in perpetuity as a long-term stakeholder (for theme parks, hotels, amenities, etc.), The WVID’s foreign-owned master developer makes their profit by selling off the land piece-by-piece over time. They are not a stationary, long-term stakeholder in the region. One could think that the same quote would be even more relevant.

With CS/HB 4061 sent to DeSantis in the extended session’s final hours, only a few days remain. Signing or ignoring the bill, which becomes law automatically if not acted upon, supports the developer. A veto is the only hope for the district’s residents, with their 3,177 petitioners among 9,972 registered voters, who seek protection from unchecked corporate control. DeSantis’ choice will reveal whether he prioritizes voting citizens or a foreign-owned developer’s interests.

SOURCE: Florida resident

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• Creates North America’s first High-Voltage Propulsion Manufacturer with Multi-Brand Retail and Service Infrastructure

• Positions Company for Accelerated Growth in $2.5B+ Global Electric Boat Market

• Consistently Generated Over USD $100 Million in Annual Sales from 2020 to 2023

MONTREAL, QC / ACCESS Newswire / June 23, 2025 / Vision Marine Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:VMAR) (“Vision Marine” or the “Company”), a leader in high-voltage electric marine propulsion systems, today announced the acquisition of Nautical Ventures Group, Inc. (“Nautical Ventures”), a Florida-based recreational boat dealership, marina, and service provider. Recently named the 2024 Boating Industry “Dealer of the Year”. Nautical Ventures is widely recognized as one of the top boat dealership networks in the United States-and is notably the number one Axopar dealership globally.

This acquisition marks the formation of North America’s first electric boat propulsion and boat dealership company, combining Vision Marine’s proprietary E-Motion™ high-voltage electric powertrain with Nautical Ventures’ retail footprint, multi-brand boat inventory, and full-service infrastructure.

“This acquisition marks a pivotal step in Vision Marine’s strategy to scale and compete at the highest level of the global boating industry,” said Alexandre Mongeon, CEO of Vision Marine. “The market is entering a new phase-one defined by innovation in propulsion, increasing demand for integrated solutions, and rising expectations from both OEMs and consumers. By joining forces with Nautical Ventures, we gain immediate access to a proven retail and service network, allowing us to accelerate the rollout of next-generation marine technology. Nautical Ventures’ founder & CEO Roger Moore has been a mentor and friend for over a decade, and I am honored to carry forward this shared vision under one banner.”

Roger Moore added: “Nautical Ventures has always focused on bringing the best products and experiences to boaters. Our partnership with Vision Marine allows us to stay true to that mission while expanding what’s possible. Electric propulsion is no longer a future concept-it’s here, and it’s ready.”

Nautical Ventures operates nine high-volume retail locations across Florida, including two flagship waterfront showrooms, providing Vision Marine with direct access to one of the most concentrated and active recreational boating markets in the world. The dealership offers a wide portfolio of prestigious marine brands including Axopar, Beneteau, Brabus, Edgewater, Flite, Highfield, Hobie, Mercury, NorthStar, Seabob, Smokercraft, Suzuki, Tohatsu, Wellcraft, and Yamaha, serving a diverse customer base from high-performance boaters to luxury yacht owners and international resort fleets.

Transaction Highlights: A New Powerhouse in Boating

• Turnkey Electric Boating Platform – Vision Marine now offers a complete electric boating solution encompassing propulsion system design and manufacturing, boat integration, showroom sales, convenient sea trial access, professional installation, and comprehensive long-term service and maintenance.

• Direct-to-Consumer Expansion – With the addition of Nautical Ventures’ premium dealer network, Vision Marine is positioned to directly sell and install its E-Motion™ high-voltage systems across a wide range of globally recognized boat platforms-both those already integrated through the Company’s 22 completed HV deployments and additional leading brands offered through Nautical Ventures’ retail portfolio.

• Immediate Market Penetration – Nautical Ventures’ six locations across Florida’s most active boating markets provide Vision Marine with direct exposure to tens of thousands of marine consumers annually. Their strong presence at major U.S. boat shows further enhances brand visibility and creates high-impact opportunities for customer engagement, product demonstration, and electric adoption.

• Diversified Revenue Streams – In addition to Vision Marine’s existing consumer sales generated through production agreements with OEM partners, the acquisition adds high-margin dealership sales, rentals, parts, and aftermarket services-broadening the Company’s revenue mix.

• Foundation for Scaled Growth – The combined entity is now positioned to execute a nationwide rollout of integrated electric boats and services across both consumer and OEM channels.

With the global electric boat market projected to exceed USD $2.5 billion by 2030, and an anticipated compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 18%, Vision Marine is now strategically positioned to lead this rapidly growing segment with a high-performance propulsion platform and direct market access through established retail and service infrastructure.

Integration of Nautical Ventures’ operations is already underway.

The transaction was funded through a combination of cash, a seller’s note and up to 255,102 shares of Vision Marine’s common stock.

​​ThinkEquity acted as an advisor to Vision Marine in connection with the acquisition.

About Vision Marine Technologies Inc.
Vision Marine Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: VMAR) is a leading innovator in high-voltage electric propulsion systems for the recreational marine industry. The Company’s E-Motion™ powertrain offers OEMs and consumers a scalable, zero-emission, high-performance alternative to internal combustion systems. Vision Marine’s mission is to transform the boating experience through technology, efficiency, and integrated end-to-end electric solutions. Visit:www.visionmarinetechnologies.com

About Nautical Ventures Group, Inc.
Nautical Ventures is an award-winning marine dealership headquartered in Florida, operating nine retail and service locations with global reach. Known for its innovation and bold branding, the company offers a full portfolio of marine products-spanning powerboats, yachts, tenders, catamarans, and electric vessels-supported by factory-trained service and international export capabilities. Nautical Ventures leads the market in real-world adoption of electric propulsion and is the creator of the “Orange is the New Green” campaign. Visit: https://www.nauticalventures.com/

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of U.S. securities laws, including statements related to the strategic, operational, and financial impacts of the acquisition. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, including those discussed in Vision Marine’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Vision Marine undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements except as required by law.

Investor Contact:
Bruce Nurse, Investor Relations
Vision Marine Technologies Inc.
(303) 919-2913
bn@v-mti.com

SOURCE: Vision Marine Technologies Inc

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The show is sponsored by The Sustainable Green Team’s (OTC:SGTM) Waterless Garden

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / June 20, 2025 / New to The Street, the nation’s leading financial television series, announces the nationwide broadcast of Episode #673 on Saturday, June 21 at 6:30 PM EST across Bloomberg Television as sponsored programming.

Sponsored by The Sustainable Green Team’s (OTC PINK:SGTM) Waterless Garden, this week’s show features five innovators from across the Web3, biotech, ETF, insurtech, and wellness industries. The program includes exclusive coverage of FLOKI’s June 30 mainnet launch of Valhalla, one of the most anticipated metaverse game deployments in crypto.

In addition to its national TV footprint, New to The Street also delivers major reach via its rapidly growing YouTube platform, New to The Street TV, which now has over 2.77 million subscribers and features full interviews and behind-the-scenes content:
YouTube.com/@NewToTheStreetTV

Featured Segments Include:

• FLOKI – The people’s crypto shares key updates including the June 30 launch of Valhalla, its Norse mythology-based metaverse game, and continued growth of its no-code tokenization platform, TokenFi.

• NRX Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:NRXP) – CEO Dr. Jonathan Javitt discusses progress on the company’s FDA-designated drug candidates and its national rollout of interventional mental health services through HOPE Therapeutics.

• MUSQ – The Music ETF (NYSE:MUSQ) – The only ETF focused entirely on the music industry, MUSQ delivers a new opportunity for investors to gain exposure to global music revenues.

• Health In Tech (NASDAQ:HIT) – The insurtech company digitizing benefits through real-time quoting, advanced APIs, and simplified plan management.

• Vita Bella – A wellness brand combining science-based skincare and nutrition for a premium, longevity-focused lifestyle product suite.

New to The Street airs weekly on Bloomberg Television (Saturdays at 6:30 PM EST) and FOX Business (Mondays at 10:30 PM EST), reaching over 225 million homes and backed by outdoor Times Square billboards, earned media placement on ABC/NBC/CBS affiliates, and one of the fastest-growing business YouTube channels in the industry.

“This episode brings together leaders across crypto, healthcare, ETFs, and beauty, and we’re proud to deliver it with the support of SGTM’s Waterless Garden-a symbol of sustainability and innovation,” said Vince Caruso, Creator and CEO of New to The Street.

About the Featured Companies

About FLOKI

FLOKI is the people’s cryptocurrency and the utility token of the Floki Ecosystem, with over 550,000 holders worldwide. Built around utility, community, philanthropy, and marketing, FLOKI has launched campaigns seen by billions. The upcoming June 30, 2025 mainnet launch of Valhalla, its metaverse MMORPG, marks a milestone in its global roadmap.
floki.com | @RealFlokiInu

About TokenFi

TokenFi is a no-code platform empowering users to create and tokenize crypto and real-world assets with ease, targeting the multi-trillion-dollar asset tokenization industry.
tokenfi.com | @tokenfi

About Valhalla

Valhalla is FLOKI’s metaverse MMORPG where users explore, collect, and battle creatures called Veras in a decentralized, play-to-earn economy. The mainnet goes live June 30, 2025.
valhalla.game

About NRX Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:NRXP)

NRX Pharmaceuticals is developing NMDA-targeted therapeutics to treat CNS conditions including suicidal bipolar depression, PTSD, and chronic pain. Its lead drug, NRX-101, has FDA Breakthrough Therapy Designation and is moving toward accelerated approval. The company is also advancing NRX-100, a preservative-free ketamine formulation with Fast Track Designation.
nrxpharma.com

About HOPE Therapeutics, Inc.

HOPE Therapeutics, a subsidiary of NRX Pharmaceuticals, is establishing a national network of clinics to deliver ketamine, TMS, and digital therapies for patients with suicidal depression and related disorders.
hopetherapeutics.com

About MUSQ – The Music ETF (NYSE:MUSQ)

MUSQ offers diversified exposure to the global music economy, including streaming platforms, music publishers, labels, and live event companies-all in one ETF.
musqetf.com

About Health In Tech (NASDAQ:HIT)

Health In Tech is a disruptive insurtech streamlining plan administration through real-time quoting tools, automation, and API-driven integration.
healthintech.com

About Vita Bella

Vita Bella is a premium wellness and skincare brand blending science and beauty through clean, longevity-driven formulations for skin and body health.
vitabella.com

About The Sustainable Green Team (OTC:SGTM)

The Sustainable Green Team is an industry leader in environmentally responsible solutions. Its Waterless Garden system redefines landscaping through sustainable, soil-enhancing mulch that requires no irrigation-backed by proprietary soil tech and adopted across eco-conscious public and private developments.
thesustainablegreenteam.com

Media Contact:
Monica Brennan
Director of Media Relations
Monica@NewToTheStreet.com

Explore more: www.NewToTheStreet.com
Watch on YouTube (2.77M+ subscribers): YouTube.com/@NewToTheStreetTV

SOURCE: New To The Street

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A culture change is affecting how people talk about cosmetic surgery, from popular TikToks to BBL reversals. Dr. Meegan Gruber shows why choices made with knowledge and power are becoming more critical.

TAMPA, FLORIDA / ACCESS Newswire / June 20, 2025 / Younger people are driving a new wave of openness in the world of cosmetic surgery. They are not only accepting procedures but also expecting complete transparency about them. The way people talk about plastic surgery is changing. Body-positive creators are sharing their stories online, and an increasing number of influencers are discussing their personal transformations and life changes. Gruber Plastic Surgery is at the forefront of this culture change.

Board-certified plastic surgeon and founder of Gruber Plastic Surgery, Dr. Meegan Gruber MD PhD, notes that more patients are coming in with greater knowledge, asking more in-depth questions, and selecting procedures that align with a growing movement toward natural beauty and authenticity.

“People don’t feel like they have to hide their procedures anymore,” says Dr. Gruber. “Patients want to be real, and not just in how they look. They also want to know that their choices are respected and supported.” “They want to know if the changes can be undone, if the results will still work in the future, and how their bodies will change.”

This change has also led to the so-called BBL Reversal Era, in which many people are seeking more natural, proportional results after years of trying to achieve curves that were too large. Instead of making surgery look cool, today’s patients are pushing for adults to make decisions based on self-awareness and sustainability.

This is reflected in the popularity of awake procedures, such as awake liposuction, at Gruber Plastic Surgery. During these procedures, patients remain awake and aware throughout, and they are actively involved in the conversation during the surgery. This method not only speeds up recovery but also fosters trust and openness, which are traits that today’s patients consider essential.

Dr. Gruber says, “Education is a form of empowerment.” “Whether someone is thinking about a first procedure or a revision, we want to take the mystery out of every step.” There is no such thing as a small question. We don’t see radical openness as a trend; it’s our way of life.

It’s less of a secret to have cosmetic surgery now that TikTok, Reddit forums, and wellness shows talk about everything from how to care for scars to the different kinds of implants. As a result? A public that knows more has fewer unrealistic demands and cares more about safety and ethics.

Suppose you’re thinking about getting surgery, like a breast revision, liposuction, or a BBL reversal. In that case, Dr. Gruber advises that you should undergo a comprehensive evaluation and prioritize your own goals over what others think is cool.

About Gruber Plastic Surgery
Gruber Plastic Surgery, located in Tampa, FL, is led by Dr. Meegan Gruber, MD Ph.D., a board-certified plastic surgeon renowned for her pioneering work in awake surgery. Dr. Gruber, also the star of “Awake Surgery,” which you can stream today on TLC GO, HBO MAX, Hulu, Discovery+, and other streaming platforms, integrates advanced techniques and cutting-edge technology to deliver safe, comfortable, and natural-looking results with minimized recovery time. Specializing in awake surgeries, the clinic offers a range of state-of-the-art procedures. Dr. Gruber is committed to innovation and education, ensuring precision and safety in every treatment, while enhancing patient confidence through individualized care and surgical expertise.

Contact Information

Madeleine Moench

madeleinem@accessnewswire.com

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SOURCE: Gruber Plastic Surgery

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NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / June 20, 2025 / When most people retire, they take up hobbies, travel the world, or slow down to enjoy a quieter life. Carole Couture did the opposite. After three decades as a financial advisor navigating boardrooms and balance sheets, Couture has re-emerged with a mission that couldn’t be further from spreadsheets-protecting endangered species and igniting young minds through literature. Her debut children’s book, The Adventures of Pablo the Pangolin, is more than an illustrated tale-it’s a clarion call against illegal wildlife trafficking and a celebration of empathy, courage, and ecological responsibility.

In the book, readers are introduced to Pablo, a soft-spoken yet resilient pangolin whose peaceful life is disrupted by poachers seeking to profit from the illegal animal trade. Alongside his clever companions-Samba the monkey and Martin the bird-Pablo embarks on a heart-racing journey of survival through lush jungles and perilous encounters. While written for children, the narrative resonates deeply with adult themes: community, conservation, and the consequences of human greed.

“I never imagined my second chapter would be in children’s publishing,” Couture said in an interview with Evrima Chicago. “But when you spend enough time reflecting on what the world needs-especially through the eyes of your child-priorities become clear.”

A Career Rooted in Numbers, a New Life Rooted in Purpose

Couture’s pivot is not just remarkable-it’s instructive. Having spent 30 years advising high-net-worth clients on financial strategies, the Canadian-born writer stepped away from the corporate world to care full-time for her son Jean-Philippe, who has Down syndrome. That decision became her spiritual reset. The values she once applied to wealth-building-discipline, vision, patience-are now directed toward a cause that can’t be measured in stock indices: teaching children to love, protect, and understand the planet.

“Every bedtime story became an opportunity to spark curiosity and values,” she recalls. “Eventually, the stories started writing themselves.”

The Adventures of Pablo the Pangolin is just the first of more than 60 manuscripts Couture has penned. Each one tackles important themes such as inclusion, kindness, resilience, and ecological stewardship-all deeply informed by her life as a parent and advocate.

Tackling a Global Crisis with Storytelling

Pangolins, though lesser known, are among the most heavily trafficked mammals in the world. According to the World Wildlife Fund, over one million pangolins have been illegally poached over the past decade for their scales and meat. Couture chose the pangolin precisely for this reason: “He’s a quiet creature. Timid, even. But his story is urgent-and most kids have never even heard of him. That had to change.”

By casting Pablo as the protagonist, Couture makes the abstract issue of biodiversity loss both tangible and emotionally engaging for children. Pablo’s innocence and bravery become vehicles for broader lessons: environmental degradation, friendship in adversity, and what it means to care for something smaller and more vulnerable than oneself.

A Message Beyond the Page

This book’s impact goes beyond bedtime stories. Couture is working with educators and environmental NGOs to bring The Adventures of Pablo the Pangolin into classrooms as part of conservation literacy programs. Discussions are also underway for a bilingual edition to be distributed in Southeast Asia, where pangolin poaching is most prevalent.

Her mission is supported by a growing online following of parents, teachers, and wildlife enthusiasts who see her work as part of a larger shift in children’s literature-one where activism and storytelling go hand in hand.

“We live in an age where kids see climate change, animal extinction, and global injustice on TV before they even start school,” Couture notes. “We can either hide these realities or give them tools-through story, empathy, and action.”

What’s Next for Pablo-and Carole

Couture’s follow-up titles are already in development. Without giving too much away, she teases a second installment involving Arctic wildlife and another tackling ocean pollution. “If kids are going to inherit this planet, they deserve stories that reflect its challenges-and its beauty,” she says.

Meanwhile, her personal journey remains at the heart of her work. Jean-Philippe, now a teenager, serves as her “chief creative officer,” weighing in on character ideas and plot twists. “His perspective is pure and unfiltered,” she laughs. “And he has a surprisingly good sense of story structure.”

From the financial markets to the forests of Asia, Carole Couture is showing that it’s never too late to find your voice-and use it for good. Through Pablo the Pangolin, she’s not only opening young minds but also challenging adults to reconsider what retirement-and impact-can look like.

About the Author

Carole Couture is a Montreal-born children’s author and former financial advisor. She lives in upstate New York with her son Jean-Philippe. Her debut book, The Adventures of Pablo the Pangolin, is available now atwww.authorcarolecouture.com and major retailers.

Press Contact

Dan Wasserman
Editorial & Media Relations – Evrima Chicago
PR@EvrimaChicago.com
+1 (909) 326-0347

Disclaimer

Evrima Chicago takes immense pride in representing emerging voices like Carole Couture. As an independent editorial syndication and technology firm, we believe in championing meaningful content that combines impact, accessibility, and education. The views expressed in this article are the author’s and are constructed by the Evrima Chicago editorial team through interviews and cited research.

This content is not intended as legal, environmental, or educational advice. The views herein are for informational purposes only and are meant to spotlight important global issues through the lens of storytelling. All third-party data (e.g., trafficking statistics, wildlife references) are cited below.

For media inquiries or reprint rights, contact PR@EvrimaChicago.com.

Sources and Citations

Source	Link or Citation
World Wildlife Fund	https://www.worldwildlife.org/species/pangolin
Pangolin Crisis Fund	https://www.pangolincrisisfund.org
Author Website	https://www.authorcarolecouture.com

SOURCE: Author Carole Couture

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DOVER, DE / ACCESS Newswire / June 20, 2025 / In a fiery spectacle worthy of Silicon Valley lore, Ditchit – a rising star in the online marketplace space and rival to OfferUp – has made headlines by purchasing and then blowing up the original 560-pound Twitter bird sign once perched atop the company’s San Francisco headquarters.

The marketing stunt, filmed in the Nevada desert with a 15-person production crew, four Tesla Cybertrucks, and a Hollywood pyrotechnics expert, marked a symbolic farewell to legacy tech monopolies and a bold introduction to Ditchit’s mission: to build a local marketplace that puts people before profits.

“Elon Musk rebranded Twitter to X to support free expression. At Ditchit, we’re doing the same for local marketplaces,” said Ditchit spokesman James Deluca. “Today’s platforms are filled with ads, fees, and algorithms that prioritize businesses over people. Ditchit is different-free to use, ad-free, and designed to support real communities and real sellers.”

The 12-foot-tall Twitter logo, affectionately known as “Larry,” was purchased at auction for $34,000 earlier this year. While the initial acquisition was driven by nostalgia, the company ultimately decided to transform the artifact into a symbol of disruption.

The resulting video, now live on YouTube, shows the massive sign’s explosive end outside of Las Vegas, capturing a cinematic moment that’s already garnering viral attention.

But “Larry’s” story doesn’t end in smoke. Fragments of the sign have been salvaged and will be sold on the Ditchit app in a sealed-bid auction starting today. 100% of proceeds will go to the Center for American Entrepreneurship, a nonprofit that champions startup innovation and supports the next generation of entrepreneurs.

“Many entrepreneurs get their start on local marketplace apps,” Deluca added. “We’re here to support that journey-not just through our platform, but through action.”

With the stunt, Ditchit isn’t just selling a piece of tech history. It’s signaling a new era for digital marketplaces – one powered by transparency, accessibility, and the belief that local economies deserve better.

About Ditchit
Ditchit is a community-first local marketplace built for everyday buyers and sellers. Unlike traditional platforms, Ditchit is ad-free, fee-free, and designed to keep transactions simple and fair. Founded in 2024, the Ditchit app is available for iOS and Android.

Media Contact:
James Deluca
PR Manager, Ditchit
james.deluca@ditchit.com

SOURCE: Ditchit

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Independent report confirms Ambience Healthcare’s AI platform reduces clinician burnout, enhances patient care, and strengthens financial and compliance outcomes

SAN FRANCISCO, CA / ACCESS Newswire / June 20, 2025 / In a newly released report by KLAS Research, St. Luke’s Health System has shared the results of its enterprise-wide deployment of Ambience Healthcare’s AI platform, which supports clinical documentation and coding. The independent study confirms that deploying Ambience improved both clinician experience and documentation integrity, while delivering accurate billing to offset the cost of the technology and reducing downstream burden for revenue cycle teams.

“We started this project to fundamentally improve the patient and clinician experience,” said Reid Stephan, Vice President and Chief Information Officer for St. Luke’s Health System. “What we found was that deploying this technology didn’t just lead to a reduction in documentation time, it also improved documentation accuracy and revenue integrity.”

By leveraging a platform that bundles ambient documentation with real-time coding at the point of care, health systems generate comprehensive, “coding-aware” charts in a single integrated workflow. This ensures clinicians have a complete view of the patient and receive appropriate credit for the complexity of each encounter. The result: fewer claim denials, a smoother billing process for patients, and reduced reliance on costly post-visit audits. Health systems strengthen compliance, recover missed revenue, and raise the overall standard of care.

Key outcomes of the report include:

• Patient Satisfaction

  • 22% increase in clinician / patient face time (Epic User Action Log analysis)

• Clinician Productivity & Efficiency

  • 41% reduction in active documentation time (Epic User Action Log analysis)

• Clinician Well-Being & Satisfaction

  • 36% reduction in daily burnout in pilot cohort of 49 providers

• Clinical Documentation Integrity and Coding Accuracy

  • Enhanced HCC accuracy, enabling more accurate risk adjustment and greater support for clinician effectiveness and resource alignment

  • Greater E/M coding accuracy, leading to better reimbursement alignment and added value across clinical documentation

“The team at St. Luke’s brought a clear vision to improve the clinician experience and the discipline to measure impact rigorously,” said Mike Ng, Co-Founder and CEO of Ambience Healthcare. “Together, we’ve shown that ambient AI can deliver real clinical and sustainable financial value at scale, and this report sets a new benchmark for what’s possible when technology is deployed with purpose.”

A Scalable Model for Health System Transformation

St. Luke’s adopted Ambience with the goal of improving clinician well-being. Financial sustainability was also critical for long-term success. As detailed in this report by KLAS, the gains in documentation efficiency and coding accuracy not only improved daily workflows for clinicians, but also generated enough financial return to offset the cost of the technology. Ambience’s unique coding-aware approach played a critical role in achieving sustainability.

Unlike solutions that require retrospective chart reviews, Ambience provides real-time documentation that is compliant, substantiated, and aligned with the care provided. This proactive approach enhances both coding accuracy and reimbursement reliability, without increasing administrative burden for clinicians or revenue cycle teams.

“Health systems working with Ambience Healthcare consistently report terrific outcomes that are moving the industry forward,” said Mac Boyter, Research Director at KLAS Research. “This report translates ambient AI adoption into clear, quantifiable ROI-demonstrating real-world impact on both the clinician experience and the bottom line for health systems.”

About St. Luke’s Health System

‍As an Idaho-based, not-for-profit, community-owned and community-led health system, St. Luke’s is dedicated to its mission to improve the health of people in the communities it serves. From its founding in 1902 to today, St. Luke’s has long been a leader in quality care and a vital partner in addressing community health needs.

About KLAS

‍KLAS is a research and insights firm on a global mission to improve healthcare delivery by amplifying the provider’s voice. Working with thousands of healthcare professionals and clinicians, KLAS gathers data and insights on software, services, and medical equipment to deliver timely reports, trends, and statistical overviews. The research directly represents the provider voice and acts as a catalyst for improving vendor performance. Learn more at klasresearch.com.

About Ambience Healthcare

Ambience Healthcare is the leading AI platform for clinical documentation, CDI, and coding-built to ensure compliance, eliminate administrative burden, and improve care delivery. Trusted by top health systems across North America, Ambience’s platform is live across outpatient, emergency, and inpatient settings, supporting more than 100 specialties with real-time, coding-aware documentation. The platform integrates directly with Epic, Oracle Cerner, athenahealth, and other major EHRs. Founded in 2020 by Mike Ng and Nikhil Buduma, Ambience is headquartered in San Francisco and backed by Andreessen Horowitz, OpenAI Startup Fund, Kleiner Perkins, and other leading investors.

Ambience Healthcare

Karina Stabile
Aria Marketing for Ambience Healthcare
kstabile@ariamarketing.com
516-317-5835

SOURCE: Ambience

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Multi-Billion-Dollar Program With Up To 400 Units Ordered to Modernize Crude Transport Infrastructure

TOMBALL, TX / ACCESS Newswire / June 20, 2025 / QS Energy, Inc. (OTCQB:QSEP), a leader in crude oil transport technology, has received a major order to deploy its Applied Oil Technology (AOT) across Southeast Asia and Africa. This marks a breakthrough moment for QS Energy and supports global efforts to modernize and decarbonize crude infrastructure.

DELIVERING ON A PROMISE OF INNOVATION AND SUCCESS

This initial order of five (5) AOT units launches a broader multi-phase deployment under a government-backed program with VIPS Petroleum. Valued at $25 million with the estimated expected full payment in this quarter, this order kicks off up to a $2 Billion 400-unit framework for South East Asia and Africa. The remaining 395 units will be delivered in milestone-based phases with a 50/25/25 payment structure, ensuring strong cash flow for QS Energy, commencing in Q3 and Q4 2025. AOT’s proven results helped open doors with energy ministries and national oil companies. This deal is made possible by VIPS Petroleum, QS Energy’s exclusive regional distributor contracted in 2024.

Cecil Bond Kyte, CEO of QS Energy, stated: “This order proves our technology’s readiness to transform crude transport. With VIPS and the support of ministries and operators, we’re setting a new global standard for efficiency and sustainability.”

THE TECHNOLOGY TRANSFORMING CRUDE TRANSPORT

Independently validated through peer-reviewed studies, field trials, and Temple University testing, AOT tackles one of the industry’s oldest problems-how to move oil more efficiently. Since the days of Rockefeller’s Standard Oil, the sector has battled viscosity, drag, and energy loss. AOT reduces viscosity by 10% or more using electric fields, lowering pump pressure and energy costs. Built for tough, continuous operation, each unit undergoes strict testing to ensure long-term performance.

MADE IN AMERICA, BUILT FOR THE WORLD

QS Energy proudly designs and manufactures AOT systems in the U.S., powered by American workers. Our partners include:

• Industrial Screen and Maintenance, a manufacturer with 56+ years of experience

• Precision Urethane, a family business – urethane leader for 55+ years

• ReadyFlo, a turnkey ASME pressure vessel specialist

• Forward-MFG, experts in custom electronics and sensors

Their dedication helped make this historic deal possible.

EXPANDING GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS AND FINANCING

This agreement positions Southeast Asia and Africa as leaders in modern crude transport and job creation. The success of this model is driving expansion talks with Australia, the Middle East, and other regions. QS Energy and VIPS Petroleum are finalizing additional deals to replicate this structure and broaden AOT deployment globally.

SECURE IMPLEMENTATION AND COMPLIANCE

QS Energy is committed to full transparency through regular updates and strict compliance with U.S., Southeast Asian, and African standards. The program is backed by milestone payments and top-tier financial guarantees, minimizing risk. Lessons from past deployments guide a robust execution plan to ensure every phase meets deadlines and quality benchmarks.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

QS Energy will earn a share of incremental barrels gained through AOT-enabled flow increases, creating long-term performance-based revenue.

LOOKING AHEAD

With deployment underway, QS Energy is focused on accelerating its role in the energy transition. AOT’s cost savings and environmental benefits position it for major global impact.

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Safe Harbor Statement

Some of the statements in this release may constitute forward-looking statements under federal securities laws. Please click here for our complete cautionary forward-looking statement.

About Applied Oil Technology

QS Energy’s patented Applied Oil Technology (AOT) is a solid-state turn-key system which uses a high volt / low amp electric field to reduce crude oil viscosity. AOT installs inline on crude oil pipelines, operates unattended without interrupting pipeline flow, with full remote monitoring and control. More information is available online here.

About QS Energy

QS Energy, Inc. (OTCQB: QSEP), develops and markets crude oil flow assurance technologies designed to deliver measurable performance improvements to pipeline operations in the midstream and upstream crude oil markets. For further information about QS Energy, Inc., visit www.qsenergy.com.

Company Contact

QS Energy, Inc.
Tel: +1 844-645-7737
E-mail: investor@qsenergy.com
Sales: sales@qsenergy.com

SOURCE: QS Energy, Inc.

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Experienced Global Investment Executive and Strategic Advisor to Support the Company’s Next Phase of Growth

ROSH HA‘AYIN, IL / ACCESS Newswire / June 20, 2025 / Brenmiller Energy Ltd. (“Brenmiller”, “Brenmiller Energy”, or the “Company”) (Nasdaq:BNRG), a leading global provider of Thermal Energy Storage (TES) solutions for industrial and utility customers, today announced the appointment of Mr. Boaz Toshav as an Independent Director to its Board of Directors (the “Board”), effective immediately.

Mr. Toshav previously served on the Company’s Board from June 2023 until August 2024. Mr. Toshav has over 20 years of experience in investment banking, fixed income and mergers and acquisitions advisory services. He is currently President and Chairman of Rio Ave FC (Primeira Liga), a professional Portuguese football (soccer) club, and he previously served as a senior financial advisor to UK-based Nottingham Forest FC and Greece-based Olympiacos FC. Mr. Toshav also currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Umbrella Advisors Ltd., a boutique investment bank and financial advisory firm he founded in 2014. Mr. Toshav has also been a board member of Intelicanna Ltd. (TASE: INTL) and Getruck Ltd. since 2018 and 2021, respectively. Mr. Toshav received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Business Administration from Tel Aviv University, as well as a Master of Philosophy from Tel Aviv University. Mr. Toshav qualified as a United Kingdom Financial Services Authority certified investment advisor in 2005.

“We are honored to welcome Boaz back to our Board,” said Avi Brenmiller, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Brenmiller Energy. “His proven ability to navigate financial markets, advise boards, and drive strategic partnerships will be instrumental as we enter a pivotal moment in our Company’s evolution. With multiple commercial projects underway and a growing global footprint, we believe that Boaz’s appointment will strengthen our governance and position us to realize significant value creation for our shareholders.”

Mr. Toshav succeeds Ms. Nava Swersky Sofer, who concluded her term on the Board following six years of dedicated service. Ms. Swersky Sofer’s departure was in accordance with the natural expiration of her term and was not the result of any disagreement with the Company. The Board and management extend their sincere appreciation for her strategic insight and leadership during a period of meaningful growth and transformation at Brenmiller Energy.

This appointment follows Brenmiller’s recent strategic milestones, including project deployments in Europe, Israel, and the United States. Notably, the European Hydrogen Bank has granted SolWinHy Cádiz S.L. (the “SolWinHy Project”) in Arcos de la Frontera, Spain, €25 million in funding. SolWinHy is a special purpose company jointly owned by leading renewable energy developers Green Enesys Group (“Green Enesys”) and Viridi RE (“Viridi”) to build new green hydrogen and green e-methanol projects in Europe. Green Enesys and Viridi are Brenmiller’s joint venture partners in Brenmiller Europe S.L. (“Brenmiller Europe”). The Company estimates its supply of the bGen™ TES system for the SolWinHy Project to be approximately €7 million. The Company believes that its involvement with the SolWinHy Project reinforces the strength of its bGen™ technology and the Company’s role in enabling renewable fuel production at scale. Brenmiller continues to expand its role as a key enabler of flexible, clean industrial heat in support of global net-zero targets.

About Brenmiller Energy Ltd.

Brenmiller Energy helps energy-intensive industries and power producers end their reliance on fossil fuel boilers. Brenmiller’s patented bGen™ ZERO thermal battery is a modular and scalable energy storage system that turns renewable electricity into zero-emission heat. It charges using low-cost renewable electricity and discharges a continuous supply of heat on demand and according to its customers’ needs. The most experienced thermal battery developer on the market, Brenmiller operates the world’s only gigafactory for thermal battery production and is trusted by leading multinational energy companies. For more information visit the Company’s website at https://bren-energy.com/ and follow the company on X and LinkedIn.

Forward-Looking Statements:

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other federal securities laws. Statements that are not statements of historical fact may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. For example, the Company uses forward-looking statements when it discusses: the Company’s belief that Mr. Toshav’s appointment will strengthen the Company’s governance and position to realize significant value creation for shareholders; that the Company s entering a pivotal moment in its evolution; future commercial projects underway and a growing global footprint; the Company’s estimates for its supply of the bGen™ TES system for the SolWinHy Project to be approximately €7 million; that the Company’s involvement with the SolWinHy Project reinforces the strength of its bGen™ technology; the Company’s role as a key enabler of flexible, clean industrial heat in support of global net-zero targets. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, words such as “plan,” “project,” “potential,” “seek,” “may,” “will,” “expect,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “could,” “estimate” or “continue” are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned that certain important factors may affect the Company’s actual results and could cause such results to differ materially from any forward-looking statements that may be made in this press release. Factors that may affect the Company’s results include, but are not limited to: the Company’s planned level of revenues and capital expenditures; risks associated with the adequacy of existing cash resources; the demand for and market acceptance of our products; impact of competitive products and prices; product development, commercialization or technological difficulties; the success or failure of negotiations; trade, legal, social and economic risks; and political, economic and military instability in the Middle East, specifically in Israel. The forward-looking statements contained or implied in this press release are subject to other risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the control of the Company, including those set forth in the Risk Factors section of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2024 filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on March 4, 2025, which is available on the SEC’s website, www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of this release, except as required by law.

Contact: investors@bren-energy.com

SOURCE: Brenmiller Energy

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