Day: December 26, 2019

HACKETTSTOWN, NJ, Dec. 26, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vislink Technologies, Inc. (“Vislink” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: VISL) announced today that Ralph Faison has been appointed to its board as a non-executive independent director. Vislink also announced that, with effect from Jan. 1, 2020, Ray Sidney will step down from its board as a non-executive independent director.“I am pleased to welcome Ralph Faison to our board as a non-executive director,” said Sue Swenson, Chairman of Vislink Technologies. “We look forward to benefiting from his extensive experience with technology companies operating on a worldwide scale, and his record of success in executive leadership positions. His knowledge and guidance will be instrumental as we continue to execute on our business strategies.”She continued,...

Atlanta, Dec. 26, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —UPS expects to process a record 1.9 million returns Jan. 2, 2020, up 26% from the prior year.  This will mark a seventh consecutive record, illustrating how e-commerce continues transforming shopping patterns.UPS offers convenience and transparency in the returns process, benefitting both consumers and retailers.UPS (NYSE: UPS) predicts a seventh consecutive record-breaking National Returns Day as consumers send back holiday orders ranging from ill-fitting sweaters to duplicate kitchen gadgets. On Jan. 2, consumers are expected to deposit 1.9 million returns packages into the UPS network – a 26% spike from last year’s peak returns day.This process is a change from years past, when consumers would rush to physical retailers the day after Christmas and stand in long lines...

COSTA MESA, Calif., Dec. 26, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — El Pollo Loco, Inc. (“El Pollo Loco” or “Company”) (Nasdaq: LOCO), the nation’s leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, expands its better-for-you menu with the addition of a new line of Pollo Fit Bowls, which are handcrafted to fit any lifestyle and available at all restaurant locations. While 95 percent of Americans always or sometimes seek healthy food, only 25 percent say they have easy access to options1. El Pollo Loco is proud to further showcase its commitment to better-for-you offerings with the new Pollo Fit Bowls to make it easy and convenient for people who are Keto, Paleo or simply just looking to eat healthier.The line includes three bowls – two are Keto Certified and the other is Paleo Friendly. Each bowl starts...

RISHON LEZION, Israel, Dec. 26, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — B.O.S Better Online Solutions Ltd. (“BOS” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: BOSC), a global provider of Intelligent Robotics and Supply Chain solutions for enterprises, announced today that Mr. Yuval Viner, co-CEO of the Company has  decided to step down from his position  and pursue other professional interests.  Eyal Cohen will remain with the Company in the role of the Chief Executive Officer. Hagit Vizner, who has been serving as BOS’ controller for eight years, is promoted to replace Eyal Cohen as the Company’s Chief Financial Officer.Prior to joining the Company in 2011, Ms. Vizner held the positions of controller at Office Depot Ltd. (2009-2011) and assistant controller at Tara Ltd. (2007-2009). Between the years 2002 and 2006,...

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Dec. 26, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) offers tax office clients the easiest way to get the most money interest free through applying for a Refund Advance Loan* of up to $3,500 starting Jan. 4. Federal tax refunds can take 21 days to receive, and the IRS expects it will be the first week of March before most people who claim the earned income tax credit or additional child tax credit receive their refunds. However, the Refund Advance, a no-fee, no-interest loan from Axos Bank® offered Jan. 4 to Feb. 29 at participating H&R Block offices, allows clients to access money typically within minutes of filing their tax return.“A Refund Advance at H&R Block gives approved clients access to loan proceeds on the same day of filing —up to $3,500—so you don’t have to...

Tucson, AZ, Dec. 26, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — via NEWMEDIAWIRE — Applied Energetics, Inc. (OTCQB: AERG), today announced that the Company has received notice from the Army that it has been competitively selected for award of a Phase I Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) contract. The award is for the development of Standoff Electronic Denial systems. The objective of this award is to develop a directed energy system capable of disrupting, disabling or destroying the electronics on a remote target within milliseconds of detection. The award is contingent upon successful negotiations with a U.S. Army Contracting Officer and the availability of funding.STTR is a federally funded program to incorporate small business technological innovation into Government supported Research and Development programs....

Thursby Software Systems Sub Rosa Mobile Browser Add-On Provides CAC and PIV-Authenticated Document Signing from Mobile DevicesFREMONT, Calif., Dec. 26, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Identiv, Inc. (NASDAQ: INVE) today announced PDF signing as the latest feature of its Thursby Software Systems Sub Rosa mobile browser, available via in-app purchase. The new feature allows U.S. armed forces, federal agencies, and commercial customers to digitally sign documents on their phone or tablet from any location. By using secure Common Access Card (CAC) and Personal Identification Verification (PIV)-based certificates, documents are securely and officially signed, giving government personnel the ability to do critical approvals and sign forms anywhere, anytime.The Thursby Sub Rosa suite of mobile apps have over 200,000 federal users, enabling bring...

NEW YORK, Dec. 26, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Prevail Therapeutics Inc. (Nasdaq: PRVL) (“Prevail” or the “Company”), a biotechnology company developing potentially disease-modifying AAV-based gene therapies for patients with neurodegenerative diseases, today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has notified Prevail that the Company’s Investigational New Drug (IND) application for PR001 for the treatment of neuronopathic Gaucher disease (nGD) patients is now active and that Prevail may proceed with initiating its proposed clinical trial. As previously reported, Prevail’s IND for PR001 for the treatment of nGD had been put on clinical hold by the FDA, and this clinical hold has now been removed.The Company’s planned Phase 1/2 clinical trial for nGD patients will commence...

Recently Issued Patent Integrates the New Breathalyzer to Interface with Digital Ally’s Product Suite of Video Recording Devices for Law EnforcementLenexa, KS, Dec. 26, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Digital Ally, Inc. (NASDAQ: DGLY), which develops, manufactures and markets advanced video recording products for law enforcement, emergency management, fleet safety and security, today announced its partnership with Pivot International (“Pivot”) for the development and production of Digital Ally’s new, innovative breathalyzer for law enforcement. Pivot will integrate Digital Ally’s recently issued patent, U.S. Patent No. 10,390,732 (the “’732 Patent”), into a revolutionary breathalyzer. With this new technology, when an officer is conducting a field sobriety test and the breathalyzer is activated,...

The Fast-growing Global Online Food Delivery Industry is Expected to Grow to $200 Billion by 2025MIAMI, FL, Dec. 26, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — via NEWMEDIAWIRE – Net Element, Inc. (NASDAQ: NETE) (“Net Element” or the “Company”), a global technology and value-added solutions group that supports electronic payments acceptance in a multichannel environment including point-of-sale (POS), e-commerce and mobile devices, today announces that its subsidiary, Aptito, has entered the global online food delivery industry through the launch of its multi-restaurant self ordering kiosk solution. The global online food delivery industry is expected to grow from $82 billion to $200 billion by 2025 and is attracting significant investment to the tune of $9.6 billion in 2018 according to research by Frost & Sullivan....