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Tech-Access Canada Welcomes Canada’s AI Strategy and Focus on Helping Businesses Adopt AI

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OTTAWA, ON, June 4, 2026 /CNW/ – Tech-Access Canada welcomes the Government of Canada’s new national artificial intelligence strategy, AI for All, and its focus on helping Canadian businesses, workers, and students harness the benefits of AI to strengthen productivity, competitiveness, and economic growth.

Canada has earned a global reputation for excellence in artificial intelligence research. The next challenge is ensuring that businesses across all sectors of the economy have the support they need to adopt and apply AI technologies in practical ways that improve operations, create new opportunities, and enhance competitiveness.

The strategy’s emphasis on AI adoption among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), workforce development, and hands-on learning opportunities for students reflects areas where Canada’s colleges, cégeps, and Technology Access Centres (TACs) are already making a meaningful contribution.

Across Canada, Technology Access Centres help thousands of businesses each year evaluate, test, validate, and implement emerging technologies. In the AI space, TACs have supported companies across sectors such as manufacturing, forestry, energy, agriculture, and environmental services in applying artificial intelligence to real-world challenges, including predictive maintenance, process optimization, quality control, resource management, and operational decision-making.

Examples include helping manufacturers improve production efficiency through AI-enabled process optimization and supporting natural resource companies with advanced analytics and machine learning tools that improve monitoring, forecasting, and operational performance.

The strategy’s commitment to AI literacy, skills development, and student work-integrated learning opportunities is also particularly encouraging. Every year, Technology Access Centres provide over 2,000 students with hands-on experience working alongside Canadian companies on applied R&D and technology adoption projects, helping them develop the practical skills needed to succeed in an increasingly AI-enabled economy.

“Canada has been a global leader in AI research for decades. The next challenge is helping more Canadian businesses, workers, and students put AI to work solving real-world problems,” said Ken Doyle, Executive Director of Tech-Access Canada.

“We are encouraged to see the strategy’s strong emphasis on the adoption of AI, workforce development, and ensuring that the benefits of AI reach businesses and communities across the country. Technology Access Centres have long operated at the intersection of innovation, talent development, and industry collaboration, helping SMEs adopt emerging technologies while providing students with valuable hands-on experience. As Canada works to increase AI adoption across the economy, colleges, cégeps, and their Technology Access Centres are well positioned to help translate that ambition into practical outcomes.”

An independent evaluation of the federal College and Community Innovation Program recently concluded that Technology Access Centres contribute to measurable increases in revenue and employment among the small businesses they support, while providing students with applied learning opportunities that improve career outcomes.

Tech-Access Canada looks forward to working with governments, industry partners, post-secondary institutions, and innovation organizations across the country to help ensure the successful implementation of Canada’s AI strategy and the broad adoption of AI technologies that strengthen Canadian productivity and prosperity.

About Tech-Access Canada

Tech-Access Canada is the national network of 70 Technology Access Centres located at colleges and cégeps across the country. Together, they provide Canadian companies with access to objective applied R&D expertise, specialized equipment, prototyping, technology validation, and innovation support. Each year, the network works with more than 6,000 businesses and organizations, helping accelerate innovation, commercialisation, and technology adoption.

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CITIZ3N Verify™ Engage Supports States in Implementing CMS Medicaid Community Engagement Requirements

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The platform helps states in meeting the January 2027 federal deadlines while reducing administrative burden

STONY BROOK, N.Y., June 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CITIZ3N Government Solutions, a technology provider for government agencies overseeing health benefits, today highlights the capabilities of CITIZ3N Verify™ Engage, a modular solution designed to help state Medicaid agencies operationalize the new federal Medicaid community engagement requirements issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS-2454-IFC). With states required to implement these rules by January 1, 2027, the product enables agencies to meet federal deadlines efficiently while minimizing disruption to existing eligibility systems.

On June 1, 2026, the CMS Medicaid Community Engagement Requirement Interim Final Rule established a national framework for certain adult Medicaid applicants and enrollees to demonstrate qualifying work, education, work program, community service, or related activity requirements as a condition of eligibility.  CITIZ3N Verify™Engage aids states in navigating these requirements through automated and manual verification, exception workflows, member outreach, notices, reporting, and audit traceability.

“States are under significant pressure to implement community engagement requirements quickly and accurately,” said Rob Miller, General Manager of CITIZ3N. “With over 40 states required to implement these programs in the coming months, agencies face complex operational and political challenges. CITIZ3N Verify™Engage provides a modular, data-first approach that helps states navigate these requirements efficiently, maintain compliance, and minimize administrative burden, all while ensuring members’ access to essential benefits.”

CITIZ3N Verify™ Engage is built around a data-first verification model that allows states to use reliable data sources before requesting documentation from members. When automated verification is insufficient, the platform supports member self-service, documentation upload, call center assistance, worker review queues, and configurable exception handling, while accommodating state-specific policies, evolving CMS guidance, and phased implementation. This approach emphasizes compliance, auditability, operational feasibility, and reduced member burden. Additional platform capabilities include:

Identify members subject to community engagement requirements and screen for exemptions or exceptions with configurable rulesMonthly activity reporting and verification workflows, integrating state, federal, workforce, education, payroll, and other approved sourcesMember-facing portal workflows for reporting, documentation, notices, and status visibilityWorker-facing tools for case review, manual verification, appeals support, and operational oversightOutreach, notice tracking, cure-window monitoring, adverse action support, and restoration workflowsDashboards, reports, and audit trails to support state oversight and CMS monitoringModular integration with existing eligibility, MMIS, and data exchange environments

“CITIZ3N Verify™ Engage represents a new approach for states to modernize how they manage community engagement programs,” said Miller. “Beyond compliance, the product helps agencies adopt more flexible, data-driven operations that can evolve with federal guidance, policy shifts, and the needs of their communities.”

CITIZ3N, a CMS-endorsed technology provider, is available to support state agencies, systems integrators, Medicaid partners, and implementation teams as they evaluate readiness, identify system gaps, and prepare for the January 1, 2027, deadline. To learn more about CITIZ3N Verify™ Engage and how it can help your state implement CMS community engagement requirements, visit www.CITIZ3N.com.

About CITIZ3N
CITIZ3N Government Solutions is a premier provider of integrated, modular platforms specifically tailored for government agencies overseeing Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplaces, Medicaid, Health & Human Services (HHS) and Government Health Benefits for Employees. The collaboration between CITIZ3N and Softheon epitomizes a shared vision of promoting innovative solutions that enhance affordability, accessibility, and efficiency, thereby fostering healthier citizens. For more information on CITIZ3N’s solutions, visit www.CITIZ3N.com.

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Banco Plata welcomes Oaktree, Macquarie Group, Fasanara and Banco Covalto with $300 million in total commitments to Its Nomura-led up to $500 million facility

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Commitments came from Nomura, Oaktree, Macquarie Group, Fasanara Capital and Banco Covalto under the debt facility that closed in December 2025.This transaction follows the start of banking operations and the recent closing of Banco Plata’s parent company’s $405 million Series C equity round.Banco Plata will use these commitments to strengthen the Company’s funding profile as it enters its next stage of growth.

MEXICO CITY, June 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Banco Plata announce that it has secured $300 million from Oaktree, Macquarie Group, Fasanara Capital and Banco Covalto under the Nomura – led up to $500 million Private Credit facility executed in December 2025. These funds add to the original commitment by Nomura. This transaction will further fuel the Company’s strategy to diversify and strengthen its funding base as it scales its banking operations in Mexico. The closing follows two significant recent milestones: the launch of full banking operations as Banco Plata in March 2026 and the completion of Banco Plata’s parent company’s $405 million Series C equity round at a $5.0 billion valuation. Together, these developments position Banco Plata to accelerate growth with a more diversified capital structure spanning equity, deposits, and institutional debt. “These are among the most sophisticated institutional lenders globally and having them committed to our platform is a reflection of the funding structure we are building, one that is durable, cost effective, and less reliant on short-term capital,” said Marcos Kantt, Chief Financial Officer at Plata.

About Plata:  Plata is a technology-led digital financial institution that operates Banco Plata, a fully regulated bank in Mexico, and has received authorization for a Compañía de Financiamiento in Colombia. Since launching three years ago, Plata has grown to serve over 4.0 million active customers and has raised more than $2 billion in debt and equity. The company built its technology infrastructure in-house, including a proprietary core banking system, CRM, and AI-powered risk engine, developed by a team of over 800 STEM professionals.

About Oaktree: Oaktree is a leader among global investment managers specializing in alternative investments, with $224 billion in assets under management as of March 31, 2026. The firm emphasizes an opportunistic, value-oriented, and risk-controlled approach to investments in credit, equity, and real estate. The firm has more than 1,500 employees and offices in 26 cities worldwide. For additional information, please visit Oaktree’s website at http:www.oaktreecapital.com/

About Fasanara Capital: Founded in 2011, Fasanara Capital is a global asset management company and technological platform managing over $4 billion, currently funding the lending of 141 fintech lenders operating in over 60 countries. With approximately 200 employees, Fasanara is a pioneer in fintech lending investments through alternative liquid credit funds. They manage the largest fintech lending fund in Europe.

About Banco Covalto: Covalto is a leading digital banking and financial services institution focused on SMEs and mid-market companies in Mexico. Through an integrated ecosystem of credit, banking, payment solutions and business analytics tools, Covalto supports companies with the financial capabilities they need to grow and operate more efficiently, visit: www.covalto.com

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Prologis to Announce Second Quarter 2026 Results July 16, 2026

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SAN FRANCISCO, June 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Prologis, Inc. (NYSE: PLD) will host a webcast and conference call with senior management to discuss its second quarter results, current market conditions and future outlook on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. PT/12:00 p.m. ET.

To access a live broadcast of the call, please dial +1 (877) 897-2615 (toll-free from the United States and Canada) or +1 (201) 689-8514 (from all other countries). A live webcast can be accessed from the Investor Relations section of www.prologis.com.

A telephonic replay will be available July 16 – July 30 at +1 (877) 660-6853 (from the United States and Canada) or +1 (201) 612-7415 (from all other countries) using access code 13757425. The webcast replay will be posted in the Investor Relations section of www.prologis.com under “Events & Presentations.”

About Prologis
The world runs on logistics. At Prologis, we don’t just lead the industry, we define it. We create the intelligent infrastructure that powers global commerce, seamlessly connecting the digital and physical worlds. From agile supply chains to clean energy solutions, our ecosystems help your business move faster, operate smarter and grow sustainably. With unmatched scale, innovation and expertise, Prologis is a category of one–not just shaping the future of logistics but building what comes next. Learn more at Prologis.com.

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The statements in this document that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about the industry and markets in which we operate as well as management’s beliefs and assumptions. Such statements involve uncertainties that could significantly impact our financial results. Words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” and “estimates” including variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements, which generally are not historical in nature. All statements that address operating performance, events or developments that we expect or anticipate will occur in the future—including statements relating to rent and occupancy growth, acquisition and development activity, including data center developments and power procurement related thereto, contribution and disposition activity, general conditions in the geographic areas where we operate, expectations regarding new lines of business, our debt, capital structure and financial position, our ability to earn revenues from co-investment ventures, form new co-investment ventures and the availability of capital in existing or new co-investment ventures—are forward-looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Although we believe the expectations reflected in any forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, we can give no assurance that our expectations will be attained and, therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such forward-looking statements. Some of the factors that may affect outcomes and results include, but are not limited to: (i) international, national, regional and local economic and political climates and conditions; (ii) changes in global financial markets, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates; (iii) increased or unanticipated competition for our properties; (iv) risks associated with acquisitions, dispositions and development of properties, including the integration of the operations of significant real estate portfolios; (v) maintenance of Real Estate Investment Trust status, tax structuring and changes in income tax laws and rates; (vi) availability of financing and capital, the levels of debt that we maintain and our credit ratings; (vii) risks related to our investments in our co-investment ventures, including our ability to establish new co-investment ventures; (viii) risks of doing business internationally, including currency risks; (ix) environmental uncertainties, including risks of natural disasters; and (x) those additional factors discussed in reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission by us under the heading “Risk Factors.” We undertake no duty to update any forward-looking statements appearing in this document except as may be required by law.

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