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NFCC Partners with FICO to Expand Access to Credit Counseling and Education

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1 year ago

March 31, 2025

The new partnership offers nonprofit credit counseling agencies enhanced tools and consumers greater access to financial wellness resources.

WASHINGTON, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC) is pleased to announce a new partnership with global analytics software leader FICO through the FICO® Score Open Access for Credit and Financial Counseling (C&FC) program. This collaboration will provide NFCC member agencies with enhanced resources and streamlined access to credit scores, benefiting both counselors and consumers.

“The NFCC partnership with FICO will enable nonprofit credit counselors to offer more comprehensive and effective counseling services, ultimately helping more individuals navigate their financial challenges and build a stronger financial future.”

The FICO® Score Open Access for C&FC program enables credit and financial counseling providers in the U.S. to share FICO® Scores already purchased, for the purpose of providing financial counseling and financial educational services, with their customers with no additional score fees from FICO. Additionally, the program provides access to valuable educational materials and webinars for counselors. Critically, this partnership will connect consumers seeking credit counseling directly with NFCC member agencies enrolled in the FICO® Score Open Access Program through the credit and financial counseling page on myFICO.com.

“This partnership with FICO is a significant step forward in our mission to empower consumers to achieve financial well-being,” said NFCC CEO Mike Croxson. “This collaboration leveraging the FICO Score Open Access for Credit and Financial Counseling program is evidence of our continued commitment to ensure our nationwide network of nonprofit credit counselors have the latest tools to provide more comprehensive and effective counseling services, ultimately helping more individuals navigate their financial challenges and build a stronger financial future.”

“FICO has a long-standing commitment to increasing access to credit and educational resources, and ultimately empowering people to make more informed financial decisions,” said Jenelle Dito, Vice President of Consumer Empowerment Programs and Partnerships at FICO. “By partnering with NFCC, we can extend our reach and provide valuable resources to those who need it most.”

Learn more about the NFCC and its commitment to financial well-being by visiting nfcc.org. For more information on the FICO® Score Open Access for Credit and Financial Counseling program, visit community.fico.com.

About NFCC
Founded in 1951, the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC) is the oldest nonprofit dedicated to improving people’s financial well-being. With a growing network of NFCC Certified Credit Counselors serving 50 states and all U.S. territories, NFCC nonprofit counselors are financial advocates, empowering millions of consumers to take charge of their finances through one-on-one financial reviews that address credit card debt, student loans, housing decisions, and overall money management. For expert guidance and advice, visit http://www.nfcc.org.

About FICO
FICO (NYSE: FICO) powers decisions that help people and businesses around the world prosper. Founded in 1956, the company is a pioneer in the use of predictive analytics and data science to improve operational decisions. FICO holds more than 200 US and foreign patents on technologies that increase profitability, customer satisfaction and growth for businesses in financial services, insurance, telecommunications, health care, retail and many other industries. Using FICO solutions, businesses in more than 80 countries do everything from protecting four billion payment cards from fraud, to improving financial inclusion, to increasing supply chain resiliency. The FICO® Score, used by 90% of top US lenders, is the standard measure of consumer credit risk in the US and has been made available in over 40 other countries, improving risk management, credit access and transparency.

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For FICO news and media resources, visit https://www.fico.com/en/newsroom.

FICO and Score A Better Future are trademarks or registered trademarks of Fair Isaac Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.

Media Contact

Bruce McClary, NFCC, 202-677-4301, bmcclary@nfcc.org, www.nfcc.org

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StarHub Powers Up Its Network with 5G+

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16 minutes ago

September 1, 2026

Get more with wider coverage and up to four times faster speeds indoors and underground

SINGAPORE, Sept. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — StarHub has launched 5G+, powered by the deployment of 700MHz spectrum to give customers a strong, more consistent network experience. Available across every StarHub 5G mobile plan, 5G+ gives customers more from their connectivity in the places where they need it most.

From office towers and crowded malls to basements, car parks and live events, some of the places where customers rely most on their network are also where connectivity are most tested. With 700MHz reaching deeper into buildings and harder-to-reach spaces, 5G+ delivers wider coverage and speeds of up to four times faster indoors and underground, helping customers stay connected as they move through their day.

Existing customers on StarHub 5G mobile plans will get 5G+ automatically, while new customers will get it from day one. With 5G+ across every StarHub 5G mobile plan, customers can get more from their network, whichever plan they choose.

For enterprises, 5G+ provides more dependable connectivity for critical teams and operations. With StarHub’s Enterprise Priority Services, organisations can also prioritise network access for key users and workflows when demand is high, helping keep field operations and collaboration tools running when it matters most.

Get More Out of Your Lunchtime at Lau Pa Sat

More coverage, more speed, and now more ice cream. For one day only on 2 September 2026, StarHub is bringing “more” to lunchtime at Lau Pa Sat. From 11.30am to 3pm, diners can enjoy unlimited complimentary ice cream as part of StarHub’s 5G+ launch celebrations. Competitive eater and influencer Zermatt Neo will kick off the fun with a lunchtime eating challenge, livestreamed on TikTok using StarHub’s 5G+ network.

5G+ builds on StarHub’s continued investment in its network and capabilities to give customers a better experience and more from their connectivity, wherever the day takes them.

For more information on StarHub 5G+, visit http://www.starhub.com/5g-plus.

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Hinen at Solar & Storage Live UK 2026: Powering Smarter UK Homes with A15 RESS

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16 minutes ago

September 1, 2026

BIRMINGHAM, England, Sept. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hinen will exhibit at Solar & Storage Live UK 2026, taking place at the NEC Birmingham from September 22–24, 2026. Visitors can find Hinen at Booth G12B, where the company will showcase its latest energy storage solutions, with the A15 Residential Energy Storage System taking centre stage.

As the UK’s largest solar energy exhibition, Solar & Storage Live UK brings together buyers, installers and industry leaders from across the energy value chain. Hinen will engage with partners and homeowners to explore smarter, more flexible residential energy solutions.

Smarter Energy for Modern UK Homes

As more UK households adopt solar PV, EVs and heat pumps, smart energy storage can help homeowners make better use of renewable energy and reduce reliance on grid electricity.

At the show, Hinen will highlight the A15 RESS, combining an A-series hybrid inverter with the B15 high-voltage battery. The system offers 14.4 kWh of storage per battery, up to 86.4 kWh of total capacity, 8,000+ cycles and an ultra-slim 180 mm design. Its smart energy management capabilities help homeowners optimise when to store and use energy, supporting greater energy independence and flexibility.

Comprehensive Energy Solutions

At the event, Hinen will also showcase a range of solutions tailored to different energy needs:

A Series H6S: 3.6–6kW single-phase all-in-one system for small homes.A Series H25T: 10–25kW three-phase all-in-one system for larger homes and small commercial applications.H6000-EU + B5000D-W: Flexible low-voltage solution for everyday home energy needs.H6000S + B5000D-W: Reliable Low-voltage solution with parallel function.E2400S + E2560B: 2400W balcony energy storage for space-constrained homes.PU1800 & PS3000: Portable power for travel, outdoor use and backup.

Visit Hinen at Booth G12B, NEC Birmingham, September 22–24, 2026, to discover the A15 and Hinen’s latest energy solutions.

About Hinen

Hinen is an energy storage technology company backed by more than 20 years of manufacturing experience from Hinen Group. Listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (stock code: 300787), Hinen develops residential energy storage solutions including battery systems, hybrid inverters and intelligent energy management technologies. With offices and service teams across Europe, the UK, Australia and Africa, Hinen provides localised support to customers and partners worldwide.

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GOFO Deploys Automated Narrow-Belt Sorter at Rome Hub, Lifting Southern Italy Capacity by 40%

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16 minutes ago

September 1, 2026

ROME, Sept. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GOFO, a fast-growing, technology-driven last-mile delivery provider, today announced that its Rome sorting center has officially entered full production with a new automated narrow-belt sorting system featuring integrated singulation technology. The system began trial operation in May 2026 and, following more than three months of stable performance, is now fully operational, lifting the hub’s overall efficiency by 40%.

The linear narrow-belt sorter’s integrated singulation technology automatically separates overlapping parcels before they enter the sort loop. Because the system relies on proven mechanical separation rather than AI-based vision recognition, it is designed to deliver consistent throughput day after day, with reliability confirmed during the trial period and now carried into full production ahead of the autumn peak season.

The system has a design capacity of 6,500 parcels per hour and 120 sorting chutes, providing routing coverage across southern Italy, including Bari, Catanzaro, Naples and surrounding areas. It integrates dimensioning and weighing in a single pass, with volume accuracy of ±10 mm and weighing accuracy of ±20 g. Around 80% of the sorting process is now automated, with manual handling limited to loading and exception processing.

“The Rome hub is our primary gateway to southern Italy, and this upgrade ensures we can meet the growing demand from our e-commerce partners without compromising on speed or accuracy,” said Jacqueline Chan, General Manager of GOFO Italy. “As we head into peak season, this investment gives us the reliability and sufficient processing capacity our customers need across the south.”

About GOFO

GOFO, founded in the United States in 2023, is a technology-driven last-mile logistics network serving merchants and consumers across the U.S., Canada, France, the Netherlands, Italy and Spain. Guided by the brand philosophy “Drive Efficiency, Deliver Trust,” GOFO combines advanced technology with localized operations to deliver precise, reliable, and scalable delivery solutions. Operating nationwide through sorting centers and delivery centers across the country, GOFO Italy serves a broad population with high-performance last-mile delivery solutions. Its operations are powered by automated sorting, intelligent routing, and disciplined execution. For more information, please visit www.gofo.com/it.

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