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Optilogic Democratizes Supply Chain Modeling with the Introduction of Cosmic Frog’s New Built-In AI Tool, Leapfrog

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Now available to all Cosmic Frog users, at no extra cost, Leapfrog enables users to ask questions and give commands in plain language, making it easy for those without SQL expertise to also use the platform

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The leading supply chain network design software innovator Optilogic today announced a new addition to Cosmic Frog, its pioneering supply chain design solution: Leapfrog AI. Embedded within the Cosmic Frog platform, as a free and intuitive interface, this user-friendly, AI-powered assistant makes it easier than ever for all Cosmic Frog users to ask questions and give commands in plain language—and receive clear explanations.

 

“Essentially, Leapfrog is democratizing access to our industry-leading supply chain design solution by giving Cosmic Frog users structured query language (SQL) superpowers—without them needing to know anything about that programming language,” said VP Product Management at Optilogic Rebecca Janowiak. “By simply typing plain language prompts into Leapfrog, users can effortlessly perform multidimensional data manipulation and modeling tasks that would normally require SQL coding know-how, or more complex UI workflows. But Leapfrog actually empowers all users, regardless of their SQL experience, to ‘go further, faster’ in various modeling and analysis tasks, by eliminating the need for manual coding and data updates.”

Prior to the introduction of Leapfrog, users without SQL expertise often faced bottlenecks when trying to extract insights or make significant changes to their supply chain models, and were therefore reliant on specialized data teams. Leapfrog changes this equation by upleveling and empowering all Cosmic Frog users, regardless of their SQL coding experience, to quickly analyze and respond to dynamic supply chain conditions. Now, they can quickly perform tasks like viewing and editing data, creating scenarios, and running models by simply entering natural language prompts—across multiple languages. Leapfrog’s language translation capabilities are also a game-changer for users who speak other languages, further democratizing design for everyone.

“Leapfrog saves me time and provides always-on access to a SQL and modeling expert, right within Cosmic Frog,” said 7D Analytics Managing Partner Ricardo Taborda dos Reis. “I can even converse in my first language, Portuguese, which makes data and modeling tasks faster and easier than ever.”

But Leapfrog isn’t only beneficial for those without robust SQL coding expertise. It also makes the Cosmic Frog platform more efficient for SQL specialists. After creating any new scenario, users can simply run it directly from Leapfrog by typing, “run my model,” and then specify the desired engine and resource size. This eliminates the need for coders to manually create scenarios and update data, empowering them to effortlessly and quickly generate and analyze multiple cost scenarios.

In addition, Leapfrog also safeguards users against errors that insufficient SQL syntax can create, since Leapfrog’s SQL generation capabilities ensure all queries are syntactically correct and aligned with the Anura database schema. This minimizes the risk of user errors that could ultimately compromise data integrity, and is especially useful for those less familiar with SQL syntax and best practices. In addition, it frees up data specialists’ time and cognitive resources for higher-level tasks, like strategic planning, problem-solving and collaboration.

“This is particularly valuable in the fast-paced world of supply chain management, where even minor delays in analysis and decision-making can be incredibly costly,” Janowiak said. “Now a user can ask Leapfrog to ‘show me the supply chain impacts, if I increase transportation costs by 10% for all ocean lanes.’ Then Leapfrog will quickly respond with a newly defined scenario, and give users the option to ‘create scenario,’ with the click of a button. This ability to interact directly with data in real-time for a wider user base can significantly improve the company’s overall agility and responsiveness across its supply chain operations.”

Leapfrog is directly integrated into Cosmic Frog and its Anura Database Schema, and was extensively trained to obtain a deep understanding of both. It now enables a seamless interaction with all users’ model data and modeling activities, within the Cosmic Frog environment. Users’ conversations with Leapfrog are saved, so they can also search, access and reuse Leapfrog’s responses at any time.

In addition, users can leverage Leapfrog to further educate themselves through their queries, which is useful for onboarding and continuous learning. For example, one might enter the prompt, “What input tables and fields in the model apply to a greenfield analysis?” and Leapfrog will recognize it as a question and deliver a clear answer. This further empowers those less familiar with specific terminology to quickly get up to speed, without extensive training or reliance on other team members. It also fosters a deeper understanding of model structures, assumptions and outputs, leading to better-informed decisions and collaborations.

“Leapfrog is transformational for supply chain modeling,” said Penske Logistics Engineering Manager Andrew Dilyard. “Using natural language to build what-if scenarios enables modelers to push the bounds of their creativity by streamlining the scenario-generation process. Equally helpful, if you are new to supply chain design or a seasoned expert, Leapfrog is a huge step toward democratizing strategic design.”

Leapfrog is under active development, with new features and capabilities being regularly added to proactively address emerging user needs. For additional information, visit https://optilogic.com/leapfrog-ai/ or http://www.optilogic.com/.

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Kristin Nystie, Optilogic, 1 6168225797, kristin@trustrelations.agency

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139th Canton Fair Phase 3 Advances Toward a Better Life with New and Strengthened Product Zones

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GUANGZHOU, China, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The 139th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) has rolled out nine newly established product zones. Phase 3 features an expanded and upgraded Intelligent Healthcare zone and the inaugural presentation of a Functional & Technical Fabrics zone.

The upgraded Intelligent Healthcare zone brings together 50 companies presenting a full spectrum of intelligent medical solutions, spanning AI-powered diagnostics, surgical robotics, and next‑generation eldercare technologies. Exhibits highlight how medical devices are becoming smaller, more precise, and increasingly non‑invasive. Capsule endoscopy systems demonstrate how gastrointestinal screening can be completed without discomfort, while AI‑enabled traditional Chinese medicine analyzers compress the inspection and inquiry process into minutes. Wearable glucose monitors make chronic disease management easier and more convenient.

Robotic technologies play a prominent role as well. Endoscopic and orthopedic surgical robots showcase enhanced precision through integrated human‑machine coordination, while bionic prosthetic hands use non‑invasive myoelectric sensing to independently control each finger. Intelligent rehabilitation systems, including lower‑limb exoskeletons and hand‑training devices, provide consistent support for patients recovering mobility. Companion‑style eldercare robots, equipped with monitoring and telemedicine functions, signal the rise of integrated home‑based health services.

The debuting Functional & Technical Fabrics zone highlights how the traditional textile industry is moving toward higher-end and smarter products. Exhibitors present materials that combine multi‑layered performance with intelligent responsiveness. Textiles featuring temperature‑regulating fibers, phase‑change materials, and light‑ or heat‑sensitive color‑shifting effects illustrate how fabrics are evolving into adaptive platforms capable of responding to environmental conditions.

Sustainability emerges as a defining theme. Bio‑based fibers, degradable films, recycled polyester, and organic cotton reflect a shift from isolated eco‑products toward full‑chain green manufacturing. High‑performance outdoor and protective applications further shape the narrative. Materials engineered for waterproof breathability, UV resistance, flame retardancy, and long‑term durability address rising demand across sportswear, professional protection, and medical environments. Smart textiles with embedded health‑monitoring modules demonstrate how apparel is beginning to function as a continuous wellness interface.

Both technology‑driven healthcare and advanced textiles are converging around a shared pursuit of a better life. As these advancements continue to evolve, they reflect a manufacturing landscape increasingly shaped by innovation, resilience, and a commitment to improving everyday living.

For pre-registration, please click: https://buyer.cantonfair.org.cn/register/buyer/email?source_type=16

 

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CupidFeel Insights Show How Shared Interests Affect Initial Connection Outcomes

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New behavioral insights from CupidFeel offer a carefully considered look at how shared interests influence whether an initial connection on a dating platform is sustained or abandoned in those first critical exchanges.

GIBRALTAR, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The findings by CupidFeel are not dramatic, but they are telling. People who referenced a shared interest — whether a genre of music, a type of cuisine, a sport, a creative practice, or even a shared discomfort with small talk — within the first few exchanges of a new conversation were found to be measurably more likely to continue that conversation beyond the initial contact window. The effect was not uniform across all interest categories; certain types of shared interest appeared to carry more relational weight than others.

It was also observed by CupidFeel that the timing of when shared interests entered a conversation mattered. Connections where common ground was discovered organically — through the natural flow of exchange rather than prompted by a profile field or a direct question — showed stronger indicators of sustained interest. The discovery, in other words, carried more meaning when it felt like something found rather than something declared.

Among the most quietly striking findings in the CupidFeel data was the role of specificity. Broad shared categories — “we both like travel,” “we both enjoy cooking” — were associated with polite, often brief exchanges that rarely extended past pleasantries. But when specificity entered the picture — when one person mentioned a particular documentary that had stayed with them, or a city they had visited and could not stop thinking about — the conversational energy shifted. Something opened up.

In a CupidFeel review of trends in profile engagements, those whose profiles reflected specific, idiosyncratic interests — rather than broadly appealing ones — also showed higher rates of receiving first messages, a finding that runs gently counter to the instinct many people have to present themselves in the most universally appealing terms possible.

What seemed to matter most was not the quantity of overlap but whether the overlap that existed was felt — whether it produced a sense of being seen in some particular, non-generic way. A CupidFeel review of early conversation patterns suggests that a single deeply resonant shared interest may be more generative for early connection than a long list of surface-level commonalities that, taken together, feel more like a demographic profile than a person.

About CupidFeel

CupidFeel is an online dating platform built around the belief that meaningful connections begin with emotional honesty and the willingness to let a conversation go somewhere real. It came into being for people who are less interested in the mechanics of dating and more drawn to the possibility of something that feels grounded — exchanges that move at their own pace, guided by genuine curiosity rather than performance.

A CupidFeel review of its own design principles returns consistently to the same question: what does it take for a first message to feel like it might be worth the journey? The platform makes room for the kind of interaction that doesn’t always have a clear destination but feels, from the first exchange, like something real. CupidFeel is a place where the unexpected is not something to be managed, but something to be welcomed.

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Timothy Albers, CupidFeel, 1 14845691657, smm@cupidfeel.com, https://cupidfeel.com/

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Las Vegas Review-Journal Launches VegasBusiness, a New Multiplatform Business Brand Serving Southern Nevada Leaders

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LAS VEGAS, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ –The Las Vegas Review Journal today announced the launch of VegasBusiness, a new multiplatform brand designed to deliver authoritative reporting, analysis, and insight to Southern Nevada’s business leaders and decisionmakers.

VegasBusiness debuts with a biweekly print section distributed in the Sunday Las Vegas Review Journal, a new digital hub at VegasBusiness.com, a weekday business email newsletter, and a bi monthly podcast. Together, the platforms create the most comprehensive local business news and intelligence offerings in the Las Vegas market.

Vegas Business, powered by the state’s largest and most experienced business reporting team, focuses on the people, companies, and forces shaping Southern Nevada’s economy, including gaming and hospitality, real estate development, technology, finance, logistics, and small business.

“Las Vegas is one of the fastest evolving business markets in the country, and its leaders need timely, trustworthy intelligence to compete and grow,” Keith Moyer, publisher and editor of the Las Vegas Review Journal, said. “VegasBusiness expands our business journalism across platforms and delivers deeper insight, greater frequency, and broader reach for Southern Nevada’s decision makers.”

Expanded Business Coverage Across Platforms

VegasBusiness features business coverage designed for how executives consume news today—through print, digital, email, audio, video, and social channels.

Editorial franchises include CSuite Insider, featuring executive interviews; Building Las Vegas, with in depth reporting on major projects and deals; Innovation, spotlighting people and ideas driving change; Price Points, examining data and consumer trends; Small Business, highlighting enterprising local companies; and a curated Calendar of business events and conferences.

“We created this section to provide Las Vegas business leaders with practical, locally grounded intelligence so t hey can make faster, more informed decisions on growth, talent, and regulation,” Erin Edgemon, business editor of the Review Journal, said. “VegasBusiness is designed to help business leaders understand what’s happening in the economy, why it matters, and how it impacts their organizations and communities.”

A Premium Environment for Advertisers

In addition to expanded editorial coverage, VegasBusiness provides a new advertising and sponsorship platform for brands seeking to reach business decision makers in Southern Nevada. The brand offers integrated opportunities across print, digital, newsletters, podcasts, video, social media, and events, supported by advanced audience targeting and measurement.

“VegasBusiness gives advertisers access to the largest concentration of local business decision- makers in the market,” Michael LaBonia, senior vice president of sales for the Las Vegas Review Journal, said. “It’s a high impact, data driven platform that connects brands with influence, intent, and measurable results.”

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VegasBusiness Magazine: Biweekly, Sundays in the Las Vegas Review JournalDigital: 24/7 at VegasBusiness.com**Newscast:** Weekday segment mornings on 7@7 a.m.**Newsletter:** Featured in the weekday Business Brief

Additional information is available at VegasBusiness.com.

Since 1909, the Las Vegas Review-Journal has been Nevada’s comprehensive media leader. Over the years, it has transformed from an award-winning newspaper that delivers local and community news and spans the globe with far-reaching topics and coverage. The Review-Journal has forged into multimedia and digital platforms through its website, Reviewjournal.com, which includes a network of niche publications, breaking news, e-newsletters, customized content, custom printing, a production studio, and more to meet the specific needs of readers and advertisers alike.

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Wanda English Blair, Vice President of Marketing
(702) 383-0223
wblair@reviewjournal.com

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