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Luxor® Workspaces Introduces CellGuard® Phone Pouch as Schools Expand Cellphone Restrictions

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9 hours ago

April 22, 2026

Pouch System Expands Award-Winning CellGuard® Line, Giving Schools and Districts Flexible, Policy-Compliant Phone Management Solutions

CHICAGO, April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As school districts across the United States take steps to restrict cellphone use during the school day, Luxor® Workspaces has launched the CellGuard® Phone Pouch, a signal-blocking storage solution designed to help schools enforce phone policies while keeping student devices secure and in their possession. The pouch option expands the CellGuard® line, building on the success of the award-winning CellGuard® Phone Cabinet, recipient of the 2025 EDTech Chronicle “Best in Education” award, to provide an additional solution that supports academic integrity.

Luxor® CellGuard® Phone Pouch is an affordable, signal-blocking, student-managed storage solution.

Momentum around classroom cellphone restrictions continues to accelerate nationwide. As of March 2026, thirty-five states plus the District of Columbia have enacted policies restricting cellphone use in schools. Twenty-seven states have implemented bell-to-bell restrictions, requiring devices to remain inaccessible from the start of the school day until dismissal, and eight states have implemented instruction-time policies, restricting cellphone use during classroom instruction. While these policies are expanding, schools face a practical challenge: how to enforce these policies consistently in the classroom.

With some schools preferring not to take onus of holding student technology, the CellGuard Pouch is a student-managed solution that integrates easily into daily classroom routines, supporting flexibility as students move from classroom to classroom, without adding work for teachers or administrators. Students simply place their phones inside the pouch during instructional time, keeping devices in their possession. RFID signal-blocking material prevents phones from receiving calls, messages, or notifications while inside the pouch by stopping incoming signals, allowing students to maintain possession of their devices while eliminating alerts and digital interruptions that disrupt instruction.

The pouch is constructed from reinforced fabric designed for daily use and features a hook-and-loop closure that produces a loud, audible sound when opened, allowing teachers to quickly identify when a pouch has been accessed during instruction. A lockable D-ring allows schools or students to secure the pouch when needed. The pouch measures approximately 9 inches by 5 inches, fitting most smartphones and smartwatches.

Recent data from a CellGuard survey of 150 K–12 teachers underscores the scale of the issue:

52% say student cellphone use is a major classroom distraction62% say their school is likely to adopt a device-management solution89% say structured phone storage improves classroom focus

“Schools are implementing cellphone restrictions quickly, but consistent enforcement has proven difficult,” said Adam Smith, President of Luxor Workspaces. “The CellGuard Phone Pouch offers a simple, effective solution that’s easy to implement, aligns with school policies, and works seamlessly from day one.”

The CellGuard Phone Pouch expands Luxor Workspaces’ CellGuard classroom device management line, which also includes secure storage cabinets used by schools nationwide to manage student devices and support distraction-free learning environments.

The CellGuard Phone Pouch is available starting at only $16.99 per pouch, with bulk discounts available through Luxor Workspaces and authorized education distributors. Resellers interested in carrying the collection can apply through Luxor’s Authorized Partner Program.

More information is available at:
https://www.shopluxorworkspaces.com/cellguard-classroom-solutions-for-school

ABOUT LUXOR WORKSPACES
For nearly 80 years, Luxor® Workspaces has been a trusted partner in creating solutions for how professionals actually work. We empower people to learn, work, and collaborate more effectively across office, industrial, retail, hospitality, healthcare, and educational settings. The company’s portfolio includes patented KwikBoost EdgePower® on-demand charging stations, KwikBoost® portable power solutions, CellGuard® phone storage cabinets, SideTrak® portable monitors, Tuffy™ multi-purpose utility carts, LuxPower Charging Tower, and more. Guided by real customer needs, Luxor blends quality, value, and style with complementary collections designed to scale with your ever-changing needs. Learn more at ShopLuxorWorkspaces.com.

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1-800Accountant Launches Tax Savings Services Designed for 1099 Workers

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53 minutes ago

April 22, 2026

New offering helps independent contractors structure their business to reduce their tax burden from day one

NEW YORK, April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — 1-800Accountant, the nation’s leading virtual accounting firm for small businesses, announced the launch of a new service offering built specifically for 1099 workers and independent contractors. The service helps freelancers and self-employed professionals work with an accountant to select the right business setup for their income, with a focus on reducing taxes from the start.

Growth Is Outpacing Tax Readiness

Independent contractor work has grown significantly in recent years. 1-800Accountant’s client data shows sharp year-over-year growth across contractor-heavy industries, with Consulting up 17%, Construction up 10%, and Service-sector clients growing more than 200% compared to 2024. Despite this growth, many contractors continue to overpay their taxes because they operate without a formal business structure in place or the right tax election.

The gap is particularly visible in industries like Healthcare, Engineering, and Legal, where LLC adoption among 1-800Accountant clients sits at 81%, 72%, and 71%, respectively, well below the 90%-plus rates seen in higher-adoption industries like Construction and Real Estate. 1-800Accountant’s new business tax optimization service closes that gap by matching contractors with the right business type while ensuring their business is set up correctly before they file their first return.

“Independent contractors continue to be one of the fastest-growing segments of the American workforce, and they are also among the most underserved when it comes to strategic tax planning,” said Mike Savage, Founder and CEO of 1-800Accountant. “That lack of planning means that most 1099 workers don’t realize how much they’re leaving on the table. This service changes that. We’re giving contractors access to the same strategic advantages that established businesses have, ensuring the right business setup from the beginning.”

Tax Strategy Built In from Day One

These services walk clients through a structured process that includes accountant-recommended business types, registering with the appropriate state agencies, and coordinating with an accountant to ensure alignment between the structure and the client’s specific tax situation. 1-800Accountant integrates business setup for 1099 earners into a broader tax strategy tailored around each contractor’s income level, filing status, and long-term goals.

“What sets us apart is the tax strategy layer,” said Ryan Teeples, Chief of Strategy at 1-800Accountant. “What contractors and gig workers actually need are professionals to help them understand which tax setup makes the most sense for their income, their industry, and where they want their business to go. Then, we do the work to save on both their business and personal taxes. That’s what we’re delivering here.”

The service is available now to new and existing 1-800Accountant clients. Pricing starts at $19 per month (plus any government filing fees) and includes business setup evaluation, tax return preparation and filing, state registration, federal registration, simple-to-use AI bookkeeping software, and a consultation with a tax expert for onboarding and explanation of their individual tax situation.

About 1-800Accountant

1-800Accountant is the nation’s leading virtual accounting firm for small businesses and independent contractors. With a team of credentialed accountants and tax professionals, 1-800Accountant provides bookkeeping, tax preparation, tax planning, and advisory services to clients across all 50 states. The firm is committed to making professional accounting accessible and affordable for business owners at every stage.

Contact: Wyatt Johnson
Content Manager, 1-800Accountant
920-807-9159 | media@1800accountant.com

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9fin launches in APAC to expand global credit coverage

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53 minutes ago

April 22, 2026

With APAC playing a bigger role in increasingly complex global credit markets, 9fin brings the news, data and AI tools professionals need to navigate volatility

HONG KONG, April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — 9fin, the AI-native information platform for global debt markets, has formally launched in the Asia Pacific region, giving credit professionals access to cutting-edge news, data and analysis across private and public bonds and loans.

As the 9fin team continues to grow quickly across APAC from its initial base in Hong Kong, it is supporting firms locally by providing proprietary credit intelligence, comprehensive data, and AI-powered workflow tools, all within one unified platform.

The launch comes as the tussle between public and private markets intensifies in APAC, making it more important than ever for banks, asset managers, advisors, and law firms to have visibility across the full credit landscape. While bond issuance has dropped amid geopolitical disruption, private credit activity remains robust as borrowers seek alternative financing options.

By combining deal intelligence from local sources with its extensive global credit database and AI tools, the 9fin platform gives users a comprehensive view across fragmented markets. The APAC platform includes coverage of more than 1,800 issuers and 16,000 instruments, with issuance history dating back to 2003 following 9fin’s acquisition of Bond Radar, in March 2025.

9fin is already used by more than 300 institutions globally, including KKR, Apollo, BNP Paribas, and Kirkland & Ellis. The company’s APAC buildout — supported by its $170 million Series C fundraise in March 2026 — marks the next phase of its global expansion.

Steven Hunter, CEO and co-founder at 9fin, commented: “APAC is a complex region and is becoming even more so as private markets expand and geopolitical volatility increases. The region needs a faster, smarter platform covering the full picture across bonds, loans, private credit and distressed. That’s exactly what 9fin provides. With our full platform now live in APAC, we’re giving our users the clarity to make informed decisions, faster.”

9fin’s APAC launch follows its expansion across the US, Europe, and Latin America, with CEEMEA to follow.

About 9fin

9fin is the AI-native platform for global debt markets. Founded by former J.P. Morgan banker Steven Hunter and Deutsche Bank engineer Hussam EL-Sheikh, the company combines data, analytics, and AI-powered workflows in a single platform, helping clients work smarter and faster to outperform their peers.

The company is headquartered in London, with offices in New York, Hong Kong, and Belfast and with teams across Latin America and Asia. For more information, visit 9fin.com.

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Trimble First Quarter Earnings Call and Webcast

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53 minutes ago

April 22, 2026

WESTMINSTER, Colo., April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Trimble (Nasdaq: TRMB) will hold a conference call on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 8 a.m. ET to review its first quarter 2026 results. The call will be broadcast live on the web at https://events.q4inc.com/attendee/544327873. Analysts who wish to dial into the call may do so by first registering at https://events.q4inc.com/analyst/544327873?pwd=s5ilhwSm. Upon registration, dial-in details will be sent via email to the registrant.

About Trimble

Trimble is a global technology company that connects the physical and digital worlds, transforming the ways work gets done. With relentless innovation in precise positioning, modeling and data analytics, Trimble enables essential industries including construction, geospatial and transportation. Whether it is helping customers build and maintain infrastructure, design and construct buildings, optimize global supply chains or map the world, Trimble is at the forefront, driving productivity and progress. For more information about Trimble (Nasdaq: TRMB), visit: www.trimble.com.

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