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Data Cities to Build AI-Optimized Data Centers Worldwide, Breaking Ground Near San Francisco in 2025

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Data Cities is revolutionizing AI infrastructure with the world’s first AI-powered data city, breaking ground in Copper Valley, CA, in 2025. This 4,000-acre, fully entitled site—strategically located near Silicon Valley—will provide scalable, high-performance compute infrastructure, independent from big tech, to power the future of AI. Led by CEO Venkat Thummisi, former Head of Infrastructure at OpenAI, who has overseen nine data center builds, Data Cities is backed by industry leaders from Microsoft, Amazon, Meta, and Schneider Electric to create the next generation of AI-native infrastructure.

COPPER VALLEY, Calif., March 25, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ —

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“Access to compute resources is increasingly controlled by a few dominant players. We are building AI infrastructure that puts power back in the hands of businesses, providing them with dedicated, scalable, and vendor-neutral compute resources to drive innovation on their own terms.”

The Nathan Single family office based in Santa Monica; CA owns Copper Valley, a 4000-acre town 90 mins from Silicon Valley which is fully entitled and ready to become the world’s first AI powered data city. Copper Valley presents a great opportunity to harness natural gas based energy and abundant water for hybrid cooling facilities to support the energy and cooling intensive AI performance centers. Given the property is situated next to Lake Turlock there is plenty of water capacity in addition to our other off grid power solutions such as gas turbines which provides us sufficient power for 50 Acres.

Why Copper Valley?

Purpose built for AI-Secure – Scalable, and designed for high performance compute

Full control & localization – A dedicated AI infrastructure city, free from cloud monopolies

Proximity to Silicon Valley – The ideal location for AI enterprises to operate and expand

Empowering Businesses to keep their AI close – and their infrastructure closer

Hydrogen capabilities- given our property is situated next to Lake Turlock we have plenty of water capacity in addition to our other off grid power solutions such as gas turbines which provides us sufficient power for 20 Acres

In response to the exponential growth in global demand for artificial intelligence (AI), Data Cities is proud to announce the launch of a large-scale buildout of AI-optimized data centers on 4,000 acres of fully entitled land in Copper Valley, California. The first of these state-of-the-art facilities will be a 50-acre site breaking ground in 2025, marking a significant milestone in Data Cities’ mission to create a scalable, independent AI infrastructure. Unlike traditional developers, Data Cities owns the land and is actively transforming it into an AI-native city, providing businesses with full control over their AI operations, free from the constraints of big tech.

A Fully Owned and Strategically Positioned AI Hub

Copper Valley, just 90 minutes from Silicon Valley, is set to become a premier location for AI-driven infrastructure. Supported by the Nathan Family Office, Data Cities is developing a cutting-edge AI hub with a dedicated lake. With the land secured, construction is already in progress to bring this vision to life.

Addressing Critical Challenges in AI Compute

As enterprises integrate AI at an accelerating pace, they face challenges related to cost, accessibility, and vendor lock-in. Data Cities is pioneering a new model for AI compute with its sovereign, high-performance infrastructure, designed to deliver flexibility, security, and scalability. The Copper Valley site will break ground in 2025, launching a plan to develop over 1,000 acres of data centers, followed by four additional sites by 2027 and ten global locations by 2030.

A Team with Unmatched Expertise

Data Cities is backed by industry leaders from Microsoft, OpenAI, Amazon, Meta, and Schneider Electric, bringing deep expertise in AI, energy, and infrastructure. CEO Venkat Thummisi, Ex-Head of Infrastructure at OpenAI, who has overseen 9 data center builds, is leading the charge to ensure businesses gain access to vendor-neutral, dedicated AI infrastructure.

“AI is transforming every industry, but access to compute resources is increasingly controlled by a few dominant players. We are building AI infrastructure that puts power back in the hands of businesses, providing them with dedicated, scalable, and vendor-neutral compute resources to drive innovation on their own terms,” said Venkat Thummisi, CEO of Data Cities.

AI’s Transformative Impact Across Industries

From healthcare to transportation, AI is already reshaping the world:

Healthcare: AI-powered diagnostic tools are revolutionizing medical imaging, enabling faster and more accurate disease detection.

Finance: AI-driven financial analytics enhance fraud detection, risk management, and trading automation.

Retail: AI optimizes recommendation engines and inventory management for increased efficiency and profitability.

Autonomous Vehicles: AI processes sensor data in real time to make driving safer and more efficient.

About Data Cities

Founded by experts in AI, cloud infrastructure, and data centers, Data Cities is committed to democratizing access to AI by developing scalable, independent infrastructure. This allows businesses to train, deploy, and scale AI models with full control over their compute resources.

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For investment opportunities and expansion details, please contact:

Ed Stephens

Head of Investor Relations

ed@datacities.ai

+1.917.744.1964

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LEAP Group Relaunches HumanView, a Growth Intelligence System Built to Explain Why Customers Behave the Way They Do

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Reimagined from the ground up, HumanView pairs statistical modeling with expert analysts to turn millions of real-world customer signals into business decisions

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LEAP Group today announced the relaunch of HumanView, its growth intelligence service. The new version has been rebuilt from the ground up and now has a dedicated home at leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

HumanView analyzes what customers say and do across social platforms, e-commerce sites, review platforms, search behavior and user-generated content, including signals from Reddit, TikTok, YouTube, Meta, Amazon and Walmart+ that general AI tools cannot always access. Because the data reflects unprompted, real-world behavior, it avoids the response bias built into surveys and focus groups.

The service works in three layers. HumanView captures signals at scale, decodes millions of records through validated statistical models such as regression, correlation and clustering, and then relies on experienced analysts to interpret the patterns. Clients receive clear, human-validated insights instead of another dashboard.

“Machines find the patterns. Humans find the point,” said Alan Gilleo, CEO at LEAP Group. “The first version of HumanView showed us how much customers reveal when nobody is asking them questions. This version is built to explain why they act the way they do, and to put those answers in front of everyone making decisions, from product to service to marketing.”

HumanView focuses on three areas:

Growth Intelligence: customer motivations and how people perceive a brand and its competitors

Market and Category Intelligence: product pain points, service friction, unmet needs and competitive gaps

Audience Intelligence: new segments, positioning opportunities and gaps in the market

Every model is designed and validated by data scientists and benchmarked before it informs a recommendation.

To learn more about HumanView, visit leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

About LEAP Group
LEAP Group is a boutique marketing agency holding company with offices in Louisville, Indianapolis, Cincinnati and Chicago. Guided by the belief that brands should “Market Less. Matter More.,” LEAP gives clients access to specialized experts across its entire network. Learn more at leapgroupnetwork.com.

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STEPHEN A. SMITH ADDRESSES WHITE HOUSE DINNER ATTENDANCE, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO HBCUs AND PROTECTING CORPORATE INVESTMENT IN BLACK EDUCATION

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NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Stephen A. Smith, media mogul, New York Times bestselling author, and proud 1991 graduate of Winston-Salem State University, is addressing the public discussion surrounding his decision to attend a White House dinner with President Donald Trump, emphasizing his commitment to the long-term financial stability of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

For Smith, the decision was rooted in a commitment to institutions that have educated generations of Black leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, and public servants.

“I will always advocate for HBCUs and the students whose futures depend on them,” Smith said. “My reason for attending the White House dinner was to discuss the challenges these institutions face in securing long-term funding and to make the case that corporate America must continue to invest in them.”

Smith acknowledged federal support through the FUTURE Act while expressing concern that political tensions surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) could discourage private companies from supporting HBCUs. He maintains that these institutions deserve sustained corporate partnerships, philanthropic contributions, and public investment.

“If we truly believe in free-market capitalism, businesses should be able to support educational institutions and charitable causes without fear of criticism or repercussions,” Smith said. “HBCUs have made extraordinary contributions to this country. They deserve sustained public and private investment.”

Ashley Christopher, Esq., Founder and CEO of the HBCU Week Foundation, recognized Smith’s advocacy and decision to engage with the administration.

“Stephen A. Smith has been a powerful advocate for HBCUs, using his platform and influence to shine a national spotlight on our institutions,” expressed Christopher, “His continued support of HBCU Week helps advance our mission of connecting students with life-changing educational opportunities, and we are proud to have him as our ambassador.”

Since Smith became an HBCU Week Ambassador in 2019, the initiative has facilitated more than 15,000 on-the-spot college acceptances and raised and awarded more than $150 million in scholarships, according to the HBCU Week Foundation.

As public discussion continues, Smith is emphasizing the importance of ensuring HBCUs have the resources and partnerships needed to educate future generations and expand opportunities for students.

CLICK HERE to watch Smith’s full response to his White House visit.

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Advantex Announces Completion of Financing and Extension of Maturity Date of Previously Issued Debentures

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TORONTO, Oct. 23, 2026 /CNW/ — Advantex Marketing International Inc. (CSE: ADX) (“Advantex”), a leader in the merchant cash advance and loyalty marketing products for merchants, today announced the completion of a $250,000 secured debt financing. Advantex issued a $250,000 non-convertible debenture which bears an interest rate at 12% per annum and matures December 15, 2027. The proceeds raised from this issuance of the Debenture will be used for working capital purposes.

Advantex has also extended the maturity of its existing $700,000 in 12% secured debentures from October 10, 2026 to December 15, 2027.

About Advantex Marketing International Inc.

Advantex provides working capital to merchants. Advantex also provides specialized marketing programs that enable members of Aeroplan to earn Aeroplan points at participating merchants.

Advantex shares trade on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol ADX. For more information go to Advantex’s profile on www.sedar.com

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This news release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of applicable securities laws relating to the future business and operations of Advantex. Actual results and developments may differ materially from those contemplated by these statements. The business and operations of Advantex described herein is dependent on a number of factors and is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. Factors that could cause actual results to differ material include, but are not limited to, changes in Advantex’s economic and competitive conditions including but not limited to the industry sectors in which Advantex operates.

The statements in this news release are made of the date of this release. Forward-looking statements are made based on management’s beliefs, estimates and opinions on the date the statements are made and Advantex undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change, except as required by applicable law.

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