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New Social Platform, WeAre8, is out to Empower Communities Amid Capitol Hill Inquiry into Social Media’s Impact on Society

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NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Amid Capitol Hill investigating social media practices, WeAre8, a tech company fostering social change, is out to show America that there are healthier social alternatives. Unlike big tech, WeAre8 even shares their revenue with you for being part of the community.

 

Created by tech entrepreneur, Sue Fennessy, who also founded and led NY based media data aggregation business, Standard Media Index, WeAre8 is a social platform that isn’t driven by toxic algorithms and has developed technology to ensure a safe environment for its people.

WeAre8’s key point of difference is its transformational economic model that gives the majority of its ad revenue (60%) back to people, charities, creators and planet projects for every ad viewed on the app. Rather than ads being forced upon people in-feed, the social platform values and respects people’s time by sharing the ad dollars for every completed ad-view with them, depositing micro-payments into their centralized wallet within the WeAre8 app. The app then makes it easy for people to pay these funds forward to community groups, charities, or against cost of living expenses.

Unlike platforms that pride themselves on the ‘scroll time’ of their users, Fennessy’s intention is very different – she wants to get a dollar a day into your wallet and inspire you to go and live your best life off screen.

“The truth is that I only want 8 minutes of your time a day. And in that precious time, I want to inspire you with content you love, reconnect with your friends by seeing them in a private friends feed, watch a couple of minutes of ads, feel valued by seeing the money from watching drop into your 8Wallet and then pay your bills or ‘pay it forward’ to your community and charities you love.”

“Our Citizens”, as Fennessy fondly refers to her user base, “want to stand together and make a positive impact every day and we want to make it fun and easy for them to do just that.  This starts with our laser focus on getting a dollar a day into the 8Wallets of every citizen across America. Every single day.”

Reflecting on the impetus behind WeAre8, Fennessy added, “There was a catalyst moment for me six years ago in New York, when the federal reserve came out with a stat saying that 37% of all Americans could not find $400 dollars in an emergency*.  That moment is when the depth of how broken our country and our world is, really hit her, and she realized that people need to be at the heart of the economic equation.

“This is a country that I love and have admired forever, but with the current state of our society, we don’t just need to create social media that is safe for the people, but we also need to re-imagine the economic models that benefit everyone, not just a select few. “

“I saw so clearly that social media in its current state is damaging the fabric of our society and taking billions of dollars a year in ad revenue away from our people and communities. Add to this the fact that charities are needing to spend hundreds of millions of dollars to talk to their own communities because algorithms often restrict the reach of every post, and I started to feel like our time on social media is making us all the largest unpaid workforce in human history. And that is not ok. So we built technology and the ecosystem to evolve that – tech to give people a centralized wallet, value them for their time and make it fun and easy to support our communities, our countries and our precious planet.” states Fennessy.

In addition to being able to claim a share of money for every ad you watch, for the month of February, WeAre8 is giving people the chance to receive a share of US$20,000 in bonus wallet drops.  Money people can keep, or pay forward on WeAre8 and help support charities and community groups.

Fennessy concludes, “When platforms control people with technology – they control what they see, and how they feel, and this strips their freedom and divides our society. People’s economic value is stolen, and that is exactly what has happened to the 200 million people across America that spend hours on social media every day. 

“America is the home of the free and the land of the brave and we need to stand together, reclaim our identity, our economic value and unite in a way that really can transform everything.”

-ENDS-

*Federal Reserve, 2022 Economic Well-being of U.S Household Survey

Sue Fennessy, Founder and CEO of WeAre8 is available for interview opportunities.

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What sets WeAre8 apart from other social communities?

WeAre8 is a social platform with no anonymity and toxic algorithms and is out to democratize how social citizens, charities and climate change projects benefit from advertising.WeAre8 features two content feeds, a public feed called the 8Stage and a private Friends Feed. The 8Stage features content from creators, world class publishers like BBC Earth, PinkNews, LadBible, Hello!. The Friends Feed allows you to see content only from your approved connections.  WeAre8 enforces a positive social media sentiment with high levels of moderation from human teams and AI moderation to create a healthier social community. WeAre8 actively encourages its Citizens (what Users are known as on WeAre8) to spend more time off screen through in-feed promptsAdvertising on WeAre8 is opt-in, not forced upon people in a content feed and is only shown when a person agrees to watch the advertisement. For every video watched, 60c in every ad dollar is shared with people, charity and climate change projects. Once a video is viewed, the micropayment is placed in people’s 8Wallet. Money can then be paid forward to charity or cashed out of WeAre8 via PayPal.As it’s an opt-in model, there’s zero waste on a brand’s digital investment and every campaign is carbon neutral in partnership with Ecologi.Recent findings from audience insight company, Lumen and emissions data agency, Scope3, found that WeAre8’s ad model achieves a staggering 67 times* more attention per gram of carbon emitted compared to a mainstream platform like Instagram. *2023 Lumen Study.WeAre8 is a B-Corp certified business, which means it operates at the highest level of social and environmental performance. In 2023 WeAre8 pledged it support behind the Digital Wellness Lab at Boston Children’s Hospital, as a signatory on the ‘Inspired Internet Pledge’, an industry-wide initiative to make the internet a safer and healthier placeWeAre8 is available to download in the UK, Australia and the USA and  redirected more than US$2,000,000 back to the 8Community in 2023.

 

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Truck Accident Attorney Network Relaunches Website to Expand Nationwide Visibility and Elite Truck Accident Lawyers

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LOS ANGELES, April 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Truck Accident Attorney Network is proud to announce the official relaunch of its newly redesigned website https://www.truckaccidentattorneynetwork.org/, making it a major step forward in its mission to connect accident victims with highly qualified, experienced truck accident lawyers across the United States.

The updated platform features a modern design, an improved user experience, and enhanced functionality to better serve individuals seeking legal representation after serious truck accidents. With a renewed focus on nationwide growth, Truck Accident Attorney Network aims to expand its reach like never before to help people get top-performing attorneys who specialize in complex truck accident litigation.

Unlike other traditional legal directories, Truck Accident Attorney Network aims to implement a strict vetting process to ensure that only highly experienced attorneys are included. All the candidates that are considered must meet the organization’s rigorous membership standards, which can be reviewed here: https://www.truckaccidentattorneynetwork.org/membership-criteria/.

“Unlike many legal directories, attorneys can’t just sign up and advertise on our website. Every attorney must meet our membership criteria and demonstrate experience handling truck accident cases. The purpose of the Truck Accident Attorney Network is to ensure injured victims can connect with qualified truck accident lawyers, not just any personal injury attorney. Our goal is simple — when someone finds a lawyer through https://www.truckaccidentattorneynetwork.org/, they know they are being connected with an elite attorney who has real experience handling serious truck accident cases.”

To prioritize quality over quantity, Truck Accident Attorney Network ensures that only attorneys who possess the track record and expertise needed to tackle high-stakes truck accident claims are available to choose from. The relaunch reinforces the website’s commitment to transparency, trust, and results – driven legal connections.

For more information, visit https://www.truckaccidentattorneynetwork.org/.

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Trutankless® Expands GEN3 Lineup with 208V Unit Built for Condos, Multi-Family, and Light Commercial Use

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Engineered for 208V environments, the new unit delivers a compact, energy-efficient, low-maintenance alternative to traditional tank water heaters

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., April 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Trutankless® today announced the release of its GEN3 Commercial 208V Unit, now in stock and available through wholesalers nationwide, bringing its award-winning “Smart” technology – trusted in homes across the country – into light commercial environments for the first time.

Built for environments like salons, restaurants, fitness studios, and multi-unit properties, the GEN3 208V unit gives business owners a simple, reliable solution: consistent hot water, no downtime, and less maintenance.

A Smarter Upgrade for Commercial Spaces

Many commercial and residential buildings already operate on 208-volt electrical systems, making the GEN3 unit an easy transition from bulky, high-maintenance tanks to a more modern, energy-efficient solution.

With a compact, wall-mounted design and advanced internal controls, the system is designed to perform under pressure, especially during peak business hours when hot water demand is highest.

Key Features & Smart Capabilities Include:

Precision Temperature Control
Advanced solid-state electronics continuously modulate power to maintain consistent water temperature within a fraction of a degree, even during peak usage times.

Low-Maintenance, Long-Life Design
A proprietary heat exchanger is engineered to resist scale and mineral buildup, helping extend the system’s lifespan and significantly reduce the maintenance typically required with traditional tank heaters.

Smart Monitoring & Proactive Maintenance
Integrated Wi-Fi connectivity transforms hot water management from a reactive task into a proactive strategy. Through a centralized digital dashboard, property owners and facility managers gain a comprehensive view of system performance across one or multiple units.

Proactive System Health – Predictive diagnostics help identify potential issues before they lead to downtime.Preventative Oversight – Real-time status updates and maintenance reminders help ensure systems operate at peak reliability.Comprehensive Dashboard – Monitor performance metrics, track energy usage, and manage multiple units from a single interface.Smart Alerts – Instant notifications enable faster troubleshooting and help minimize service interruptions.

 

Space-Saving Installation
The sleek, wall-mounted design frees up valuable floor space, giving businesses more room for operations, storage, or customer-facing areas.

Energy-Efficient Operation
By eliminating standby heat loss, the GEN3 unit helps reduce overall energy consumption, lowering utility costs while also supporting a smaller environmental footprint.

Meeting Growing Demand for Electric Solutions

The launch comes as more businesses look for efficient, electric-first infrastructure that is easier to manage and more cost-effective over time.

“The feedback from our partners and early adopters has been nothing short of spectacular,” said Guy Newman, CEO of Trutankless®. “We’ve seen a massive surge in demand for a high-performance 208V solution that doesn’t compromise on reliability. The GEN3 Commercial unit is the culmination of years of engineering – it’s smarter, tougher, and more efficient than anything else on the market.”

Available Now Through Wholesale Partners

The GEN3 Commercial 208V unit is now in stock and available through authorized Trutankless® wholesale partners nationwide.

For more information or to find a local distributor, visit www.trutankless.com.

About Trutankless®
Trutankless® is a leading innovator in electric tankless water heating technology, focused on delivering high-performance, energy-efficient solutions for residential and commercial applications. Based in Arizona, the company continues to push the industry forward with smart, space-saving systems designed for modern living and working environments.

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LITO Announces New Collaboration Bringing Exclusive Contemporary Artist Editions to Sotheby’s Online Marketplace

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The initiative sees artists create new works designed from the outset for high-quality, limited editions.

NEW YORK, April 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LITO, a pioneering printmaking company redefining how art is created and collected, is pleased to announce a new collaboration that brings exclusive, museum-quality contemporary art editions to Sotheby’s online marketplace. The collaboration introduces a curated program of LITO Editions by leading international artists, offering collectors a new way to acquire highly refined, limited-edition works conceived in direct collaboration with the artists themselves.

LITO Editions are authentic works of art conceived in direct collaboration with artists, who imagine original work specifically for the format. The pieces are then developed into limited editions at LITO’s Technology Lab, an in-house research and production facility where engineers, technicians, and print specialists have developed the company’s patented Hi-Rnd© process. The lab brings together precision engineering and artistic collaboration to produce works that capture texture, color, relief, and brushstroke detail at multiple scales. Produced in limited runs, the editions are each hand-signed and numbered by the artist.

The initiative begins with an exclusive series of LITO Editions by acclaimed American portrait artist Kehinde Wiley. The series is based on his 2008 painting Triple Portrait of Charles II. Drawing on the historical tradition of multi-view portraiture, these works explore identity as layered and constructed rather than singular. Each piece is produced as a high-resolution print on Aludibond, set within an aluminum frame. The compositions feature engraved floral elements against mirrored backgrounds, available in Gold, Dark Mirror, and Mirror finishes, with select works also offered in a blue variant. Available for immediate purchase on Sotheby’s online marketplace, the editions are priced between $8,000 and $15,000, expanding access to Wiley’s work while maintaining the highest standards of craftsmanship.

Wiley’s editions are currently on view at Sotheby’s galleries in the Breuer Building in New York through April 24, offering collectors and the public an opportunity to experience the artist’s work and LITO’s high-resolution editions firsthand. The presentation highlights the depth, texture, and dimensionality that define LITO’s approach and underscores the collaboration’s emphasis on in-person engagement.

“The marriage of art and science is one that’s been known and storied. There was, prior to the camera, an assumption that art was the ultimate authority of truth in history. Now with new technology, art is freed to take on new responsibilities, and to be able to tell other types of stories,” said Wiley. “Working with Sotheby’s, LITO, and LITO’s technology has also allowed me to go back into my archive and rethink paintings that had been done years ago and these editions are part of a grand tradition of artists playing with the leading edge of technology.”

“As the art market continues to evolve, the collaboration signals a broader shift toward new formats and technologies that expand how art is created, distributed, and collected, without compromising on artistic intent or quality,” said John Dodelande, CEO of LITO. “By creating a new asset class within the art market, our technology will allow a new generation of collectors to experience and immerse themselves in the art world in a way that limited supply may have otherwise precluded them from.”

“Beginning a collection with editions offers an exciting and accessible entry point into contemporary art,” said Cynthia Houlton, Sotheby’s Senior Vice President and Global Head of Demand Generation & Marketplace. “Through our collaboration with LITO, collectors can acquire high‑quality works directly from the artist, reinforcing both authenticity and a meaningful connection to the creative process. Exclusive to Sotheby’s, these editions carry a compelling sense of rarity while remaining approachable. By presenting them on our Marketplace, we aim to welcome new audiences and invite discovery of exceptional art in a way that feels both inspiring and inclusive.”

New releases and exhibitions will follow throughout 2026, with monthly drops planned alongside presentations in New York, Los Angeles and London, including a Sotheby’s showcase in London from April 29 to May 17 and in Beverly Hills from May 18 to May 31.

Founded in 2022 and based in Bregenz, Austria, LITO already operates showrooms in Paris, London, and Bregenz, reflecting its growing international footprint. The company has collaborated with a wide range of internationally recognized contemporary artists, including Amoako BoafoDaniel ArshamCamille Henrot, Jia Aili, and Peter Halley, among others, advancing a model that creates new pathways for artists while extending the reach and accessibility of their work.

ABOUT LITO:

Founded in 2022, LITO is a forward-thinking printmaking company based in Bregenz, Austria. Through its patented Hi-Rnd© technology, LITO produces high-rendered limited editions that capture the texture, color, and dimensionality of original artworks with exceptional precision. Working in close collaboration with leading contemporary artists, LITO creates editions that are hand-signed, numbered, and conceived specifically for this innovative format.

ABOUT SOTHEBY’S

Established in 1744, Sotheby’s promotes access and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions, private sales and retail. Our deep expertise across 70 selling categories is supported by a leading technology platform and a global network of specialists spanning 40 countries. Selling categories include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits and Design, as well as collectible cars and real estate through RM Sotheby’s and Concierge. Sotheby’s Financial Services is a leading art lender and provides capital solutions for collectors around the world, having originated more than $12 billion in loans since its inception. Sotheby’s new global headquarters is now open at the iconic Breuer building at 945 Madison Avenue in New York City.

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For LITO: Ashley Hansen, Forward Global, ashley.hansen@forwardglobal.com
For LITO: Kyle Boulia, Forward Global, kyle.boulia@forwardglobal.com
For LITO: Sloan Savage, Forward Global, sloan.savage@forwardglobal.com

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