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Loliware receives commitment of technical assistance from Subnational Climate Fund to introduce SEA Technology® to the region, beginning with Guatemala

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The Subnational Climate Fund (SCF) is going to provide technical grant support to Loliware’s plastic-free initiative in Central America – an initiative at the intersection of plastic pollution, blue economic development, and climate change mitigation.

SAN JOSE, Calif., Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The Subnational Climate Fund (SCF) is going to provide technical grant support to Loliware’s plastic-free initiative in Central America – an initiative at the intersection of plastic pollution, blue economic development, and climate change mitigation. The project aims to replace conventional plastic with Loliware’s seaweed-based resins, which are regenerative, carbon-capturing, and entirely biobased. The project addresses both plastic waste and environmental challenges practically and sustainably.

Loliware is partnered with a leading family-owned manufacturing company in Guatemala for the project site. Guatemala is the largest economy in Central America and has already made significant strides towards sustainable development. With a GDP of approximately $84 billion, the country has implemented the Climate Change Framework Law, which supports the Low Emission Development Strategy (LEDS). This strategy aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 59% by 2050. It targets six key sectors: energy, transportation, industry, land use, agriculture, and waste management. This foundation enables more innovative projects like Loliware’s to contribute to and achieve the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

And like Loliware, Guatemala is already working towards a plastic-free future. In 2019, the government implemented a nationwide ban on single-use plastics like bags, straws, and food containers, requiring businesses to transition to compostable materials. However, despite this progress, challenges such as limited waste management infrastructure and open burning of plastics in rural areas persist, posing serious environmental and health risks.

Loliware, with the technical assistance support from the Subnational Climate Fund (SCF), is advancing solutions to address these challenges with the introduction of seaweed-based resins—regenerative biomaterials made with ocean-farmed seaweed, that are both backyard compostable and biorenewable. Beyond reducing plastic waste, this initiative supports coastal resilience, empowers women through job creation, and strengthens local economies, aligning with Guatemala’s sustainability goals.

“We are honored to join forces with the extraordinary families and manufacturing communities in the region. Loliware’s initiative marks the beginning of a long-term collaboration, and we are fully dedicated to driving meaningful and enduring positive impact. By introducing regenerative seaweed materials, we hope to end plastic pollution and safeguard the Rio Motagua for future generations.” – Sea Briganti, Founder & CEO, Loliware

Guatemala marks just the beginning. Over the next three years, Loliware intends to collaborate with six more plastics manufacturers across Central America. This effort highlights the region’s potential to emerge as a global leader in advancing the green economy and promoting technological innovation.

About SCF

The Subnational Climate Finance initiative (SCF) invests in subnational climate-smart infrastructure projects incorporating nature-based solutions including sustainable energy, waste and water management, urban development solutions and sustainable agriculture. The SCF Initiative consists of an investment fund managed by Pegasus Capital Advisors and a Technical Assistance Facility executed by Catalytic Finance Foundation, the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Gold Standard.

About Loliware

Established in 2016, Loliware is a materials innovation company utilizing AI to develop materials to replace single-use plastics with seaweed-based alternatives. Our groundbreaking SEA Technology® Resins present a sustainable solution with endless potential. Compatible with existing plastic manufacturing equipment, they enable the production of home-compostable, circular products that aid in Earth’s regeneration. Loliware’s current line of award-winning seaweed-based bio-resins matches conventional plastics’ performance, addressing the issue of microplastics and promoting nature-based carbon sequestration. SEA Technology® Resins have been successfully validated by leading manufacturers, compounders, and brands globally and are available for licensing.

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Murj® Expands Global Footprint with Commercial Launch in Australia and New Zealand

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SYDNEY and AUCKLAND, New Zealand, June 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Murj®, a cardiac device management software company, today announced its official expansion into the Australian market alongside broader availability for New Zealand. Following its exhibition at the recent CSANZ / HRS Advances in Pacing and Conduction System Pacing Summit in Melbourne, the company has established active commercial operations and sales channels across the region.

The expansion introduces Murj to regional health systems and cardiology practices, supporting cardiac implantable electronic device (CIED) remote and in-clinic device management, ambulatory cardiac monitoring, and heart failure programs. The Murj CIED platform is in use by more than 1,000 cardiac device clinics in the USA, who cumulatively manage more than 900,000 active CIED patients.

Murj brings multi-manufacturer device data, clinical context, workflow management, automated EHR data flows, and deep analytics in a unified and efficient operating model. By streamlining device workflows the platform helps reduce administrative burden and provides longitudinal visibility across the patient journey. This enables cardiac care teams to confidently focus on the patient rather than the process.

“Cardiac care teams across Australia and New Zealand are managing more devices and data than ever before,” said Todd Butka, founder and CEO of Murj. “This expansion reflects our belief that great software can bring clarity to clinical workflows, and reduce administrative and staffing burdens. Our platform is built to support clinicians across CIED, ambulatory, and heart failure disciplines, easing operational strain and surfacing vital clinical context so care teams can focus their attention where it matters most— the patient.”

Adoption of Murj comes as regional cardiovascular programs transition away from legacy, on-premises tools toward modern, cloud-native workflows. The Murj platform is available to public hospital networks, private cardiology practices, and electrophysiology teams across both Australia and New Zealand with all the advantages of cloud-based and pain-free feature expansion.

Health systems and cardiovascular service lines in Australia and New Zealand can connect directly with a regional representative or request a demonstration by visiting www.murj.com/anz or contacting anz@murj.com.

About Murj

Murj® is a cardiac device management software company supporting cardiac implantable electronic device (CIED) remote monitoring, ambulatory cardiac monitoring, and integrated heart failure programs. Built different from the start— workflow-driven, and human-centered—Murj helps health systems standardize clinical protocols, deploy robust EHR-integrations, and transition safely from legacy systems, so clinic teams can manage by exception with greater context and fewer clicks.

Health systems use Murj software to streamline CIED device management, reduce non-actionable work, strengthen billing and CIED documentation, and preserve historical data with high fidelity to unlock insight and research. Murj’s software-first approach is supported by services spanning onboarding, data conversion, remote clinical review, billing assistance, and program optimization—helping clinics operate more efficiently and deliver high-quality care at health-system scale. Learn more at murj.com.

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This press release may contain forward-looking statements, including statements regarding Murj’s expected growth, product capabilities, roadmap, and anticipated benefits to customers. These statements are based on current assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. Murj undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this release.

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Las Vegas Review-Journal Unveils “Top 100 Restaurants” 2026

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Annual dining guide curated by food and beverage writer Johnathan L. Wright celebrates Southern Nevada’s most exceptional culinary destinations

LAS VEGAS, June 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Las Vegas Review-Journal has released its highly anticipated Top 100 Restaurants 2026, a guide to standout dining experiences across Southern Nevada. The special edition of the quarterly rjmagazine appears in today’s print edition of the Review-Journal for subscribers and at LVRJ.com.

The Las Vegas Review-Journal has released its highly anticipated Top 100 Restaurants 2026.

In the two years since the inaugural Top 100 issue, Las Vegas — already a world-class food and drink destination — has seen its culinary stature soar. The city has hosted globally significant events including the World’s 50 Best Restaurants and North America’s 50 Best Restaurants ceremonies, welcomed the return of the Michelin Guide, and celebrated a record-breaking 14 James Beard Award semifinalists this year. National media attention continues to spotlight everything from new fusion concepts to traditional steakhouses, while acclaimed chefs are bringing ambitious new concepts to the Strip.

Led by Review-Journal food and beverage writer Johnathan L. Wright, the Top 100 is grounded in rigorous editorial evaluation. Every restaurant on the list has been visited in person — often more than once. Visits are conducted unannounced to avoid any special attention or service that might not be extended to other diners, ensuring an authentic and unbiased experience. The Review-Journal pays for meals.

“Las Vegas continues to evolve as a global dining capital, with remarkable talent, creativity and diversity across our restaurant community,” Wright said. “The Top 100 Restaurants is designed as a guide you can return to again and again — bringing together discoveries and familiar favorites that showcase just how vibrant and flavorful dining in Southern Nevada has become.”

Offering perspective on the project’s broader impact, Anastasia Hendrix, Vice President of New Initiatives and rjmagazine’s editor-in-chief for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, emphasized both the recognition and the storytelling behind it.

“Las Vegas’ culinary stature has never been higher — Michelin is back, a local chef just won a James Beard top award, and the world is paying attention,” Hendrix said. “Johnathan captures that momentum perfectly with his deep knowledge and relentless legwork.”

In addition to the print magazine, the Top 100 is available as a searchable online resource at neon.reviewjournal.com, where readers can explore restaurants by name, cuisine or location — and access the first two editions of the guide.

About the Las Vegas Review-Journal
Since 1909, the Las Vegas Review-Journal has been Nevada’s comprehensive media leader. What began as a local newspaper has evolved into a multimedia organization with global reach, delivering news and information through ReviewJournal.com, niche publications, e-newsletters, digital platforms, custom content, production services, innovative advertising solutions and commercial printing.

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HandleVisa Addresses the ‘Administrative Friction’ of Modern Travel with Enhanced Support Protocols

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As digital borders introduce unprecedented administrative friction for global travelers, HandleVisa updates its platform with a hybrid verification model. By combining manual pre-submission reviews with total pricing transparency, the service protects applicants from costly automated rejections while setting a new standard for legitimacy in third-party travel assistance.

BARCELONA, Spain, June 21, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — As governments worldwide accelerate the rollout of Electronic Travel Authorizations (ETAs) and digital visa systems, international travel is entering a new, highly regulated administrative era. While the global shift toward digitization was intended to streamline border entry, it has paradoxically introduced new layers of complexity for millions of travelers. In response to this evolving landscape, HandleVisa has updated its platform to offer a transparency-first, guided assistance model designed to bridge the widening gap between rigid government protocols and user expectations.

While government systems utilize algorithms to instantly reject non-compliant forms, HandleVisa incorporates a manual pre-submission review. This ‘human-in-the-loop’ strategy catches clerical errors upstream, ensuring that the excitement of global mobility is not dampened by the stress of paperwork.

From the impending full implementation of the European Union’s ETIAS to the expansion of the UK ETA and established programs like the U.S. ESTA, the margin for error in travel documentation has narrowed significantly. HandleVisa reports that as border control relies more heavily on automation, even minor data inconsistencies can lead to immediate delays or denied authorization. HandleVisa has positioned itself to mitigate these risks, focusing on procedural clarity and “human-in-the-loop” verification.

The Rise of Digital Borders and Application Fatigue

Digital travel authorizations are rapidly replacing traditional visa-on-arrival models. While these systems enhance security and processing efficiency for border authorities, they often create a “compliance burden” for travelers unfamiliar with specific procedural requirements.

Travelers frequently encounter barriers such as obscure statutory language, rigid biometric photo standards, and strictly timed approval windows. Unlike the private sector, where user experience is paramount, government portals are often designed primarily for data collection. This disconnect has contributed to growing application fatigue, where travelers struggle to locate live support or clarification on complex legal questions.

HandleVisa addresses this friction by translating bureaucratic requirements into a streamlined, guided process, ensuring that applicants can navigate official systems with confidence.

A “Human-in-the-Loop” Approach to Documentation

A key differentiator for HandleVisa in 2026 is its rejection of fully automated processing in favor of a hybrid verification model. While government systems often utilize algorithms to instantly reject non-compliant forms, HandleVisa incorporates a manual pre-submission review.

This “human-in-the-loop” strategy allows experts to review applications for common data entry errors before they are transmitted to official authorities. By catching these clerical errors upstream, the platform significantly reduces the likelihood of avoidable rejections. The company notes that modern travelers are increasingly prioritizing this level of predictability, viewing the service fee as an investment in the security of their travel plans.

Prioritizing Transparency in the Third-Party Sector

With the proliferation of private assistance platforms in the travel document sector, consumer caution has naturally increased. HandleVisa acknowledges that trust is the primary currency in the digital age and has structured its operations to meet the demand for rigorous transparency.

Online search behavior reflects natural consumer caution. Questions such as “How do I verify an online visa service?” are part of a broader trend in digital consumer awareness.

Industry best practices recommend evaluating any third-party platform based on:

Clear disclosure of non-government statusTransparent service feesPublished privacy and data protection policiesSecure encryption standardsAccessible customer support

Recognizing that travelers frequently search for verification regarding online services, HandleVisa has adopted a policy of total clarity regarding its non-government status. The platform adheres to strict industry best practices, including clear disclosure of service fees separate from government costs, the publication of comprehensive privacy and data protection policies, and the use of enterprise-grade encryption standards.

By providing accessible customer support and clear terms of service, HandleVisa aims to set a new standard for legitimacy in the third-party sector, ensuring travelers understand exactly what service is being provided and how their data is protected.

HandleVisa operates as an independent travel document assistance provider and does not represent itself as a government entity. Its role is to guide applicants through complex digital forms and conduct manual review prior to submission to official authorities.

The Shift Toward Managed Travel Administration

As digital border infrastructure continues to expand globally, the travel industry is witnessing a broader cultural shift toward “managed administrative support.” Just as individuals rely on tax professionals to navigate fiscal complexity or brokers to manage insurance needs, a growing segment of travelers now seeks structured, professional assistance for high-stakes travel documentation.

HandleVisa posits that as travel documents transform into complex digital assets, the need for a centralized, user-friendly management platform will only grow. While government agencies focus on enforcement and security, private platforms like HandleVisa are dedicated to the traveler’s experience, ensuring that the excitement of global mobility is not dampened by the stress of paperwork.

About HandleVisa

HandleVisa is a travel document assistance firm dedicated to simplifying visa and electronic travel authorization applications. The company combines user-friendly technology with expert manual document review to help travelers navigate the complexities of digital entry systems. HandleVisa operates independently of any government authority, providing a streamlined, paid support service for travelers seeking additional guidance, review, and 24/7 assistance.

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Helena Capdevila, HandleVisa, 34 625710240, helena@media.handlevisa.com, https://www.handlevisa.com/

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