Technology

Plug and Play Foundation Launches SMB Tech Connect With Wells Fargo Grant

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4 hours ago

September 16, 2026

Ten Bay Area small businesses will get workflow assessments, startup pilots, and grants to pay for what they adopt

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Plug and Play Foundation (PNPF) has received a grant from Wells Fargo to launch SMB Tech Connect, an accelerator that will help 10 Bay Area small businesses identify where technology can improve their operations and then fund the implementation. Applications are now open.

The program addresses a gap most small-business support misses. Owners constantly hear that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will change how they operate, but few have the time, technical guidance, or capital to find out whether a specific tool works for their business.

Most owners run every function themselves, including finance, hiring, marketing, compliance, and customer service. Evaluating and implementing software becomes its own full-time job, and a tool that turns out to be the wrong fit is a cost few can absorb.

Participants will move through Plug and Play Foundation’s ELEVATE Pathway, which combines tailored education, one-on-one mentorship, workflow assessments, technology recommendations, and grant funding for adoption.

“Small-business owners are navigating an increasingly complex technology landscape, but access to a tool alone does not guarantee meaningful adoption,” said Dominique Reese, Executive Director, Plug and Play Foundation. “Businesses need trusted guidance, hands-on implementation support, and the financial flexibility to test solutions that address their specific needs. We are grateful to Wells Fargo for helping us build a program that brings these resources together and makes technology adoption more practical and accessible.”

Every business starts with a technology and AI readiness assessment that maps operational gaps, repetitive processes, and the highest-impact opportunities for improvement. The results determine which of two tracks it joins.

Technology Pilot Track — Businesses are matched with vetted startup solutions that address the challenges surfaced in their assessment. Plug and Play Foundation supports onboarding, implementation, evaluation, and long-term adoption planning.Workshop Implementation Track — Businesses attend hands-on workshops to improve workflows and use accessible AI and automation tools to reduce repetitive work, with implementation support tailored to their use cases.

Solutions may cover finance and accounting, sales and marketing, human resources, cybersecurity, legal and compliance, vendor management, e-commerce, customer operations, and other core functions.

Wells Fargo has funded small-business assistance for years. Its $420M Open for Business Fund backed more than 200 community-based organizations providing grants, loans, and technical assistance nationwide. Grantees reported reaching more than 336,000 small businesses, creating or preserving more than 461,000 jobs, and delivering more than 1.1M hours of tailored technical assistance, more than half of it one-on-one.

Plug and Play Foundation intends to use the California pilot as a model that may be adapted for additional markets, including New York City, Washington, D.C., Chicago, and Dallas.

Applications for the pilot are now open. Small-business owners interested in participating can learn more here or contact Dominique Reese.

About Plug and Play Foundation

The mission of Plug and Play Foundation is to build the next generation of impactful entrepreneurs and innovators of all backgrounds. Through our ELEVATE Pathway, we work to democratize access to technology by making enterprise-grade tools and innovative startup solutions accessible to small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs).

Plug and Play Foundation builds the next generation of impactful entrepreneurs, with a focus on communities facing significant opportunity gaps. Backed by the network and expertise of Plug and Play, the Foundation works across three pathways — ACCESS, which builds career and workforce pipelines from early education through first-time entrepreneurship; ELEVATE, which helps small and medium-sized businesses adopt technology and operate more efficiently; and IMPACT, which accelerates and invests in startups producing measurable social and environmental returns. Participants receive mentorship, hands-on support, and direct access to Plug and Play’s corporate network. For more information, visit Plug and Play Foundation.

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PRC Pairs Workforce Wellbeing Measurement With Frontline Workshops in AP3-Exclusive Package

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13 minutes ago

September 16, 2026

PRC named a preferred employee experience survey and solutions provider within the ASHHRA Preferred Partner Program, managed in collaboration with Lockton

OMAHA, Neb., Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Professional Research Consultants (PRC), a national healthcare experience improvement company, today announced an Employee Wellbeing Package that pairs healthcare-calibrated workforce measurement with facilitated workshops, available exclusively to hospitals and health systems participating in the ASHHRA Preferred Partner Program (AP3), managed in collaboration with Lockton.

PRC has been designated a preferred employee experience survey and solutions provider within AP3 following a formal evaluation of its capabilities and alignment with healthcare workforce priorities. The Employee Wellbeing Package is the first in a planned series of AP3-exclusive offerings from PRC.

Most workforce wellbeing efforts stall in the gap between measurement and action. The package is built to close it. Each engagement includes full survey setup using the organization’s employee roster, complete survey execution, and a half-day employee wellbeing workshop with four follow-up virtual sessions. Workshops are delivered onsite or fully virtually with no cap on attendance, so the findings reach frontline staff rather than stopping at a leadership report. Program setup is bundled into the package at no separate cost.

“Healthcare HR leaders don’t just need a survey, they need a partner who helps them understand where burnout is taking root and build the resilience their people need to keep showing up for patients,” said Cynde King, Ph.D., President & CEO of PRC. “That’s what we’re bringing to AP3 members, starting with our Employee Wellbeing Package. We’re proud to help healthcare HR teams give their workforce the emotional resources to provide excellent care and excel at work.”

PRC has worked exclusively in healthcare since 1980 and partners with more than 2,800 hospitals and health systems nationwide, a scale of engagement that informs its national workforce benchmarks. Those benchmarks let participating organizations compare their results against peer health systems rather than general industry averages.

“PRC brings the kind of deep, healthcare-specific engagement expertise that AP3 was built to surface for our members,” said Bo Brabo, AP3 Program Lead, Lockton. “They go beyond measurement to design real solutions that help HR leaders move the needle on engagement and retention.”

The Employee Wellbeing Package is exclusive to AP3 and will not be offered through any other channel or partner program. Program pricing and benefits extend to ASHHRA member organizations and to non-member organizations referred through AP3. The package activates upon contract signing and is available now.

About PRC
Professional Research Consultants, Inc. dba PRC is a privately held experience improvement firm rooted in healthcare, partnering with more than 2,800 hospitals and health systems nationwide to improve the healthcare experience, not just measure it. PRC blends real-time data, AI-powered feedback intelligence, and insights from live interviewers with consulting and coaching to help HR leaders act on what employees are saying and drive sustainable engagement improvement.

From workforce engagement to patient experience, community health, and market perception research, PRC’s integrated solutions are trusted by healthcare leaders and adaptable across industries. PRC delivers human-centered service, intuitive tools, and a dedicated team focused on helping organizations drive sustainable progress.

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HitPaw Launches Autumn Sale with Up to 50% Off AI-Powered Creative Tools

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13 minutes ago

September 16, 2026

NEW YORK, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HitPaw, a leading provider of AI-powered creative solutions for video, photo, and audio enhancement, today announced the official launch of its 2026 Autumn Sale, running from September 14 through October 10, 2026. The seasonal promotion offers savings of up to 50% off across HitPaw’s popular AI-powered creative tools, including video enhancement, photo enhancement, video conversion, voice changing, and watermark removal solutions.

WHY CHOOSE HITPAW AI TOOLS THIS AUTUMN?

HitPaw’s AI multimedia solutions help creators enhance, edit, convert, and create digital content with greater speed and efficiency.

HitPaw VikPea: An AI video enhancer for upscaling resolution, restoring low-quality footage, and improving video smoothness with advanced frame interpolation.

HitPaw FotorPea: An AI image enhancement and generation platform for restoring photos, removing backgrounds, and creating high-resolution artwork.

HitPaw Univd: Convert, compress, and edit videos while maintaining high quality for easy sharing across devices.

HitPaw VoicePea: A real-time AI voice changer and sound effect generator, perfect for online streaming, content creation, gamers, and VTubers.

HitPaw Watermark Remover: An AI-powered tool for removing watermarks, text, and unwanted elements from photos and videos.

For more information, visit: 2026 HitPaw Autumn Sale: Enjoy Up to 50% OFF Deals

HITPAW AUTUMN SALE EXCLUSIVE OFFERS

1. Best-Selling Products — Up to 35% Off

HitPaw VikPea and HitPaw FotorPea are available at 35% off, while HitPaw Univd, HitPaw VoicePea, and HitPaw Watermark Remover are available at 30% off. The offers cover a range of everyday video, photo, audio, and multimedia creation needs.

2. 5-in-1 AI Suite — 50% Off

HitPaw’s 5-in-1 AI Suite is available at 50% off, bringing together VikPea, FotorPea, Univd, VoicePea, and Watermark Remover in one package. The bundle provides a broader set of AI-powered tools for enhancing, editing, converting, and creating multimedia content.

3. AI Credits for HitPaw AI Tools — 50% Off

The Autumn Sale also introduces special pricing on large AI credit packages, with 50% off selected credit plans for HitPaw VikPea and HitPaw FotorPea.

For HitPaw VikPea, users can choose from 10,000 or 30,000 AI credits. These credits can be used for a range of cloud-based AI features, including video enhancement and export, AI video generation with Seedance 2.5, AI Colorist, and watermark removal.

For HitPaw FotorPea, 20,000 and 50,000 AI credit packages are available. Credits can be used for faster image enhancement, AI image generation with Nano Banana 2, background removal, ID photo creation, and AI Swap.

ABOUT HITPAW

HitPaw is a global provider of AI-powered creative software, offering intelligent solutions for photo, video, audio, and content creation. With advanced AI technology and intuitive design, HitPaw helps users create professional-quality content faster and easier.

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How to Remove iOS 27 From iPhone Without Data Loss 2026?

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September 16, 2026

NEW YORK, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Excited for iOS 27, but some iPhone users asked, “Is there a way to remove iOS 27 from my iPhone? “The answer is yes. To remove iOS 27, it’s common to either use iTunes/Finder in Recovery Mode or a professional iOS downgrade tool like Tenorshare ReiBoot, which supports a 1-click downgrade without data loss.

Method 1: Remove iOS 27 via Restore in Recovery Mode (Official Method & Data Loss)

Before you start, make sure you have an earlier iOS 26 backup. Restoring iOS 27 is Apple’s official method to remove iOS 27. However, restoring iOS 27 must wipe all data on your iPhone, and you can’t restore an iOS 27 backup to iOS 26.

Steps to restore iOS 27 via Recovery Mode:

Step 1. Turn off Find My iPhone and connect the iPhone to the PC/Mac via cable.

Step 2. Put the iPhone into iOS 27 New Recovery Mode (Press Volume Up -> Volume Down -> Press and hold the Side Button).

Step 3. Open iTunes on Windows or Finder on Mac, click Restore iOS 27.

Method 2: Remove iOS 27 without Data Loss via Tenorshare ReiBoot (Simple & Workable)

If you prefer to keep all data while removing iOS 27, using an iOS downgrade tool will be a good choice. Tenorshare ReiBoot, a well‑known iOS system repair utility, enables users to remove iOS 27 and install a stable iOS 26.7 in about 20 minutes, all while preserving personal data.

Why Tenorshare ReiBoot’s approach stands out:

No data loss and 100% protection of the original details.Resolve over 150 iOS‑related issues, including iPhone battery drain, lag, and stuck “Update Requested” errors.Simple to use, even if you are a beginner downgrading iOS 27 to26.7.

Steps to remove iOS 27 via Tenorshare ReiBoot:
Step1. Download the official Tenorshare ReiBoot on your PC or Mac, then connect your iPhone.

Step2. Select iOS Upgrade/Downgrade and choose the Downgrade option.

Step3. ReiBoot will automatically fetch the latest signed iOS 26.7 firmware package. Click Download.

Step4. Click Initiate Downgrade. The software will safely replace the iOS 27 system with iOS 26 in under 20 minutes without wiping your personal data.

Alternative: How to Exit iOS 27 Beta without a Computer?

It’s impossible to remove iOS 27 without a computer, but we can stop your iOS 27 from receiving unstable iOS beta updates.

First, Navigate to Settings > General > Software Update > Beta Updates. Then, Toggle Beta Updates to OFF. Your iPhone will stop receiving iOS beta updates until the official version is out.

About Tenorshare

Founded in 2007, Tenorshare ReiBoot is the best iOS/Android bug repair tool which offering a secure, data‑safe iOS/Android bug-fixing path for users who need to move away from system problems.

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