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UCLA Health: Patients With Prior C-Sections More Likely to Successfully Complete Vaginal Birth at Hospitals Serving More Black Patients
LOS ANGELES, California, May 16 (TNSjou) -- The UCLA Health issued the following news release:
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Patients with prior C-sections more likely to successfully complete vaginal birth at hospitals serving more Black patients
Low-risk patients at predominantly Black-serving hospitals (BSH) who previously gave birth through Cesareans are likelier to attempt and successfully deliver vaginally in a subsequent pregnancy than they are at hospitals treating few Black patients, new UCLA-led research finds.
Still, Black patients were less likely to achieve a successful vaginal birth after Cesarean (VBAC)
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LOS ANGELES, California, May 16 (TNSjou) -- The UCLA Health issued the following news release:
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Patients with prior C-sections more likely to successfully complete vaginal birth at hospitals serving more Black patients
Low-risk patients at predominantly Black-serving hospitals (BSH) who previously gave birth through Cesareans are likelier to attempt and successfully deliver vaginally in a subsequent pregnancy than they are at hospitals treating few Black patients, new UCLA-led research finds.
Still, Black patients were less likely to achieve a successful vaginal birth after Cesarean (VBAC)than their white counterparts, regardless of the hospital type, the researchers found.
"Black women in the United States have a higher rate of cesarean deliveries and already face much higher rates of severe pregnancy complications and death," said Dr. Max Jordan Nguemeni, assistant professor of medicine, division of general internal medicine and health services research at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, and the study's lead author. "Our findings show that where someone gives birth matters, and that certain hospitals appear better equipped or more willing to support labor after cesarean, even for patients who face higher risks of adverse obstetric outcomes."
The paper is published (https://journals.lww.com/greenjournal/fulltext/9900/association_between_racial_segregation_of_labor.1528.aspx) in the peer-reviewed journal Obstetrics & Gynecology.
The researchers analyzed 2017-2019 data from the US National Inpatient Sample on more than 1.7 million patients who had undergone cesareans, focusing only on low-risk deliveries. They grouped hospitals into three categories: high Black-serving hospitals, medium Black-serving hospitals, and low Black-serving hospitals.
They found that:
* Patients at high BSH's were 25% more likely to attempt labor than those at facilities serving few Black patients, and about 75% succeeded, particularly at urban teaching hospitals
* In contrast, about 18% of patients at low BSH hospitals attempted labor, with about 70% of them succeeding
* Overall, Black patients at high BSH hospitals had a 72% higher likelihood of a successful VBAC at any hospital type, compared with a 67% probability at low BSH facility.
Avoiding unnecessary repeat cesareans improves maternal health and safety, reduces long-term health risks, and lowers healthcare costs, Nguemeni said.
"Cesarean births carry higher risks of complications like infection, bleeding, and future pregnancy complications like placenta accreta, which is on the rise," he said. "These risks accumulate with each repeat cesarean."
Previous research found that Black-serving hospitals provide worse care, he said. These latest findings add nuance by showing that BSH's can perform better than other hospitals on some outcomes by supporting labor following cesareans; shining the light on the role that institutional practices, resources, and culture play in providing care; and highlighting how racial disparities and hospital segregation work together rather than operating separately.
"In short, disparities are not inevitable, they are shaped by existing systems and individuals' decisions," he said.
Two findings stood out in particular, Nguemeni said. One was that BSH's are often under-resourced and had higher rates of labor after cesarean and VBAC, particularly at teaching hospitals. Another was that teaching hospitals demonstrated large differences depending on the number of Black patients they treated, even when their resources were similar.
"This suggests that culture, norms, and clinical comfort, and not just technology and resources, play an important role," he said. "These challenge simplistic narratives about hospital quality and highlights where positive lessons may already exist."
Study limitations include the researchers' inability to distinguish between patients with single or multiple cesarean deliveries as well as an inability to determine causation due to the cross-sectional nature of the data.
The next step in the research is to examine staffing models; labor management protocols and use of operative vaginal delivery; how clinical decision tools are used; and training, experience and institutional culture to understand why some hospitals do better than others.
Dr. Adebayo Adesomo of HCA Houston Healthcare, and Jaewhan Kim and Dr. Michelle Debbink of the University of Utah co-authored the study.
The March of Dimes and the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology funded the study.
Dr. Nguemeni also receives funding from the UCLA RCMAR Center for Health Innovation and Maximizing Eldercare (CHIME) under NIH/NIA Grant P30-AG021684 and NIH/NCATS UCLA CTSI Grant Number UL1TR001881.
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Original text here: https://www.uclahealth.org/news/release/patients-with-prior-c-sections-more-likely-successfully
[Category: Medical]
Micropress Doubles Down on KODAK SQUARESPOT Imaging Technology
ROCHESTER, New York, May 16 -- Kodak issued the following news release:
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Micropress doubles down on KODAK SQUARESPOT Imaging Technology.
Micropress Printers Ltd., one of the largest independent commercial printers in the UK, has future-proofed its plate production with a highly automated CTP solution from Kodak. The Reydon, Suffolk-based printer is a family-owned business established over 50 years ago that has continuously expanded its services in response to evolving customer needs.
After investing in a world first eight-color B1 sheetfed offset press with Plate to Unit and Inspection
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ROCHESTER, New York, May 16 -- Kodak issued the following news release:
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Micropress doubles down on KODAK SQUARESPOT Imaging Technology.
Micropress Printers Ltd., one of the largest independent commercial printers in the UK, has future-proofed its plate production with a highly automated CTP solution from Kodak. The Reydon, Suffolk-based printer is a family-owned business established over 50 years ago that has continuously expanded its services in response to evolving customer needs.
After investing in a world first eight-color B1 sheetfed offset press with Plate to Unit and InspectionControl technology last year, which joined another eight-color and ten-color press, Micropress identified the need to significantly speed up and improve the efficiency of its platemaking. Following a comprehensive evaluation of available options, the printer decided to adopt new KODAK CTP technology.
SQUARESPOT hits the mark for Micropress
The productivity and automation of Kodak's platesetters, as well as the superior features of KODAK SQUARESPOT Imaging Technology, were key factors in the decision. "In our opinion, SQUARESPOT stands out as a fantastic technology that combines all the key advantages we expect from an innovative CTP solution: highest resolution, precision, and repeatability, ensuring reliable, high-quality results in prepress and on press," commented James Cross, Joint Managing Director, Micropress.
Kodak initially installed a KODAK MAGNUS Q800 Platesetter with T speed and Single Pallet Loader (SPL) automation. The CTP system, capable of imaging up to 80 plates per hour, was integrated with a new automated line for punching, bending, and sorting the plates. Micropress has now ordered another MAGNUS Q800 Platesetter with X speed (45 plates per hour) and an SPL. Once the second MAGNUS Q800 is installed, the printer will have a CTP configuration capable of fully automatically loading, imaging, punching, bending, and sorting up to 125 B1 plates per hour. In addition, the equipment can be upgraded to increase plate throughput in the future.
To help protect uptime and keep plates moving, the solution is supported by a Premier Support Plan. This gives Micropress direct access to expert help and prioritized service when it matters most. The result is fewer disruptions, faster recovery, and more predictable day-to-day production.
"We are delighted that Micropress has chosen Kodak and our most powerful commercial print CTP platform to modernize its platemaking operations. The high productivity of the system and the use of SQUARESPOT Imaging Technology will help Micropress reliably supply its presses with high-quality plates and consistently meet the quality requirements of its discerning customers," commented Denisse Goldbarg, CMO and Head of EAMER Sales, Kodak.
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About Kodak
Kodak (NYSE: KODK) is a leading global manufacturer focused on commercial print and advanced materials & chemicals. With 79,000 worldwide patents earned over 130 years of R&D, we believe in the power of technology and science to enhance what the world sees and creates. Our innovative, award-winning products, combined with our customer-first approach, make us the partner of choice for commercial printers worldwide. Kodak is committed to environmental stewardship, including industry leadership in developing sustainable solutions for print.
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Original text here: https://www.kodak.com/en/company/press-release/micropress-on-squarespot-imaging-technology/
[Category: BizPhotography/Optical Equipment]
Littler Issues Commentary: Colorado Amends Its Artificial Intelligence Law, Substantially Reducing Obligations on Employers
SAN FRANCISCO, California, May 16 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following commentary on May 15, 2026, by shareholders Zoe M. Argento, Philip L. Gordon and Alice H. Wang:
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Colorado Amends its Artificial Intelligence Law, Substantially Reducing Obligations on Employers
At a Glance
* Colorado's amended AI law (S.B. 26-189) significantly scales back employer obligations from the prior version and delays the effective date to January 1, 2027.
* The law applies to automated decision-making that materially influences major employment decisions and requires three main actions--clear notice
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SAN FRANCISCO, California, May 16 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following commentary on May 15, 2026, by shareholders Zoe M. Argento, Philip L. Gordon and Alice H. Wang:
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Colorado Amends its Artificial Intelligence Law, Substantially Reducing Obligations on Employers
At a Glance
* Colorado's amended AI law (S.B. 26-189) significantly scales back employer obligations from the prior version and delays the effective date to January 1, 2027.
* The law applies to automated decision-making that materially influences major employment decisions and requires three main actions--clear noticeto individuals, a structured adverse action and human review process, and retention of relevant records for at least three years.
* The Act limits liability based on fault between developers and employers, voids certain indemnification clauses, and is enforceable only by the Colorado attorney general (with no private lawsuits).
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Colorado's governor has signed an amendment (S.B. 26-189) to Colorado's artificial intelligence law, substantially reducing the compliance burden on employers. The Colorado General Assembly passed the bill one day before the end of the 2026 legislative session, and the governor signed less than two months before the previously enacted law was due to go into effect, on June 30, 2026. Passage of the amendment ends a nail-biting period for employers, which did not know whether to proceed with compliance implementation for the previously enacted law. The new law (the "CO AI Act" or the "Act") is based closely on the bill proposed by the governor's AI Policy Working Group and will go into effect on January 1, 2027. This is still a relatively short period for employers to implement the Act's three requirements: pre-use notice; an adverse action process; and record retention.
When the CO AI Act applies to employers
The CO AI Act regulates the use of automated decision-making technology to "materially influence" a "consequential decision," which includes "access to, eligibility for, selection for, or compensation for" employment ("Covered ADMT")./1 This standard appears to cover both internal and external hiring, as well as decisions about eligibility for hire. However, the definition of "consequential decisions" explicitly excludes identity verification, activities related to cybersecurity and sanctions compliance, and low-stakes or routine decisions, actions and business processes, including routine scheduling, administrative routing, customer service, communication of decisions, and workflow management. The Act also does not apply to decisions about independent contractors or to applicants and employees who are not residents of Colorado. Only employers that "do business in Colorado" need comply./2
Unlike many of the new laws in this area, including Colorado's previous law, the CO AI Act is not limited to artificial intelligence, which is generally defined to include some inferential step. Rather, "automated decision-making technology" is defined to include any "technology that processes personal data and uses computation to generate output...."/3 This definition covers a broad range of computational technologies, many of which have been used by employers long before the recent explosion of artificial intelligence tools.
However, the new law explicitly carves out a wide range of clerical tools by excluding from the definition calculators, databases, spreadsheets that require human analysis, and tools used "solely to summarize, organize, translate, ... or present information for human review of administrative processing."/4 These likely include transcription and note-taking tools, often used by employers to take notes on applicant interviews. The definition also excludes natural language processing and other ChatGPT-like tools, as long as not intended to be used for consequential decisions and subject to an acceptable use policy that prohibits such use.
What the CO AI Act requires from employers
In short, the CO AI Act requires that employers (1) provide notice before using Covered ADMT, (2) implement a robust adverse action process, including notice, a right to correct, and a right to meaningful human review, and (3) retain records about the use of Covered ADMT for three years.
Prior Notice:
Prior to using Covered ADMT, the employer must provide a "clear and conspicuous" notice that the employer uses automated decision-making technology to materially influence a consequential decision, as well as how the individual may obtain additional information./5 The Act provides no further requirements for the content of this pre-use notice, albeit the Colorado attorney general's implementing regulations may do so.
By contrast, the Act provides that the "clear and conspicuous" standard requires a "prominent public notice that is reasonably accessible at points of consumer interaction."/6 A "link or post that is reasonably proximate to the interaction or transaction in which a consequential decision may occur" is one example of "clear and conspicuous" notice. An employer likely could satisfy this standard by, for example, providing the pre-use notice as part of the online job application process. For consequential decisions in the context of the employment relationship, the public posting requirement makes little sense, so employers likely will need to supplement any public posting with one that is closer in time to the decision but not public--for example, at the point where employees submit a self-evaluation in the performance evaluation process.
Adverse Action Process:
Within 30 days of making an adverse decision materially influenced by a Covered ADMT's output, the employer must provide a notice that includes:
* consequential decision and the role the Covered ADMT played in that decision;
* Instructions and a simple process to request additional information about the Covered ADMT and the inputs, including the name of the Covered ADMT, the Covered ADMT version number, if applicable, the Covered ADMT developer, and the types, categories, and sources of personal data used; and
* An explanation of the right to correct and review, as well as how to exercise these rights.
In addition, in response to the individual's request, the employer must provide:
* Instructions for requesting personal data and correcting factually incorrect or materially inaccurate personal data used in the consequential decision; and
* An opportunity for meaningful human review and reconsideration of the consequential decision.
Of these, the most burdensome requirement for employers may be the right to human review and consideration. However, this right is substantially limited by the caveat that the employer need only comply with this right "to the extent commercially reasonable."/7 The scope of this "commercially reasonable" exception will be a key issue for employers. In many cases, implementing an automated decision-making technology may not be worth the cost of implementation where the employer must also set up a parallel process for meaningful human review and reconsideration. In that case, employers may have a reasonable argument that compliance with the review right is not "commercially reasonable."
Record Retention:
The CO AI Act requires employers to retain for at least three years after making a consequential decision (and longer if required by some other state or federal law) records "reasonably necessary to demonstrate compliance" with the Act./8 The Act's examples of records to be retained include "covered ADMT version identifiers, changelogs, and documentation of material mitigation changes," as applicable./9 Other relevant records most likely would include the relevant version of the pre-use notice, a record of how the pre-use notice was communicated before the adverse decision was made, the adverse action notice provided to the individual, and any records of the decision-making process.
How the CO AI Act addresses liability and indemnification
The CO AI Act splits liability for any potential algorithmic discrimination claim between developers and deployers. The CO AI Act clarifies that both the developer and the deployer may be held liable for unlawful discrimination, but only to the extent of their relative fault--in other words, if a deployer uses a Covered ADMT in the way it was "intended, documented, marketed, advertised, configured or contracted" to be used by the developer and the results are still discriminatory, then the developer would be liable. If a deployer uses a Covered ADMT in a way that it was not "intended, documented, marketed, advertised, configured or contracted" to be used by the developer, then the developer would not be liable, but the deployer would be. The CO AI Act does not create joint and several liability, except to the extent permitted under existing law.
The CO AI Act also invalidates contractual indemnification provisions against liability for the developer's or deployer's own acts or omissions related to the use of Covered ADMT in violation of Colorado's discrimination laws. In essence, indemnification clauses that purport to shift a party's liability for unlawful algorithmic discrimination in consequential decisions onto the other are void as against public policy. This restriction does not apply if the Covered ADMT was used in an unintended manner and the developer complied with its documentation obligations.
In light of these expected changes, developers and deployers should review their existing contracts, with a critical eye towards any language that may run afoul of the new limitations on indemnification provisions.
How the CO AI Act is enforced
Crucially, the CO AI Act does not create a new private right of action. As with the previous Colorado AI law, only the Colorado attorney general can enforce this law. Violations constitute unfair and deceptive trade practices, which carry potential civil penalties of up to $20,000 for each violation./10 Before initiating an enforcement action, the attorney general must provide a 60-day notice of violation and opportunity to cure, but only if the attorney general deems a cure possible./11
Looking ahead, the Act contemplates additional regulatory development. The Colorado attorney general is required to promulgate implementing regulations by January 1, 2027, signaling that the current statutory framework is likely to evolve as enforcement priorities and practical considerations take shape.
Comparison to other AI laws and the previous Colorado AI law
The CO AI Act eliminates many of the most onerous obligations of Colorado's previous artificial intelligence law. Specifically, the CO AI Act removes the following mandates that the old law imposed on employers using AI as a substantial factor in employment decisions:
* Reporting findings of discriminatory outcomes to the Colorado attorney general;
* Conducting impact assessments;
* Implementing a risk management policy and program;
* Conducting annual reviews of AI tools;
* Posting or updating privacy policies to describe the use of AI tools;
* Providing notice when interacting with an AI system; and
* Affirmatively avoiding algorithmic discrimination (instead the CO AI Act relies on a prohibition on violating existing state and federal anti-discrimination laws).
The CO AI Act is the third comprehensive AI law applicable to employers in the United States, joining California and New York City by combining notice, rights, and anti-discrimination provisions. Other laws, such as Illinois's AI provisions in its human rights law, only require notice for the use of AI in employment decisions. In addition, a growing number of state statutes simply clarify that anti-discrimination laws apply to employers when they rely on AI tools that result in discrimination against applicants or employees.
Meanwhile, dozens of additional AI-related bills remain under active consideration in state legislatures nationwide. Given the lack of legislative action at the federal level, employers should expect more state laws and increased complexity in the area of AI.
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See Footnotes
1/ Colorado S.B. 26-189 (2026) [hereinafter "CO AI Act"] (to be codified at Col. Rev. Stat. Sec.Sec. 6-1-1701(3), (5)).
2/ Id. at Sec. 6-1-1701(7).
3/ Id. at Sec. 6-1-1701(3).
4/ Id. at Sec. 6-1-1701(2)(b).
5/ Id. at Sec. 6-1-1704(1).
6/ Id. at Sec. 6-1-1704(2).
7/ Id. at Sec. 6-1-1705(1)(a)(II).
8/ Id. at Sec. 6-1-1702(4).
9/ Id.
10/ Colo. Rev. Stat. Sec. 6-1-112.
11/ CO AI Act (to be codified at Col. Rev. Stat. Sec. 6-1-1706(3)).
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Authors
Zoe M. Argento
Shareholder
Denver
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Philip L. Gordon
Shareholder
Denver
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Alice H. Wang
Shareholder
San Francisco
Related Topics
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Original text here: https://www.littler.com/news-analysis/asap/colorado-amends-its-artificial-intelligence-law-substantially-reducing
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
LinkedIn Tools to Help Small Businesses Scale Up
SUNNYVALE, California, May 16 -- LinkedIn, a professional networking tool, issued the following news:
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LinkedIn Tools to Help Small Businesses Scale Up
Grow your brand, hire talent and stand out with tools built for founders and small businesses
* New data from LinkedIn reveals a surge in entrepreneurship with founder growth in the U.S. up ~70% year-over-year.
* LinkedIn has introduced products to help small businesses and founders stand out, earn money and hire great talent, including a new way to get paid for your services directly from your profile
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Today, LinkedIn released new
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SUNNYVALE, California, May 16 -- LinkedIn, a professional networking tool, issued the following news:
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LinkedIn Tools to Help Small Businesses Scale Up
Grow your brand, hire talent and stand out with tools built for founders and small businesses
* New data from LinkedIn reveals a surge in entrepreneurship with founder growth in the U.S. up ~70% year-over-year.
* LinkedIn has introduced products to help small businesses and founders stand out, earn money and hire great talent, including a new way to get paid for your services directly from your profile
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Today, LinkedIn released newdata revealing a surge in entrepreneurship, with founder growth in the U.S. up ~70% year-over-year and 69% saying entrepreneurship is more accessible than ever before.
But starting a business is only the beginning. Scaling it brings a new set of challenges, as founders juggle everything from building a brand to finding and hiring the right talent. To help, we've built a number of solutions to remove barriers and empower small businesses to grow.
Stand out, get discovered, and get paid
With Premium Business and more advanced plans, you can move from a resume-focused to founder-led profile that tells your unique story. You can use Dynamic Cover Images and Custom Buttons to turn your profile into an always-on business card, and now you can share your knowledge and get paid with Advice Sessions.
This new feature lets you offer paid 1 on-1 consultations directly from your LinkedIn profile. You can manage bookings, secure payments, and host video consultations all in one place. For consultants, coaches, and creators, it removes friction right where clients discover you and helps you get paid for what you already know. It will be rolling out to Premium Business subscribers in the U.S. this month.
Track and learn from competitors
For those with distinct company brands, Premium Company Page is a powerful tool to help you stand out and build credibility, with subscribers seeing 7.5x more Page engagement on average. And now, Premium subscribers can go even deeper with Competitor Analytics, tracking up to nine companies to compare follower growth and content engagement and learn what resonates.
Drive early growth with Premium All-in-One
We are continuing to bring new value to our newly released Premium All-in-One, our first-ever solution helping small business leaders find customers, market their services, and hire talent in a single, trusted platform. Subscribers are already gaining more visibility on LinkedIn, including a 57% rise in followers and a 40% lift in profile views. Alongside daily prospect suggestions to help you find the right clients, we'll surface top prospect posts so you can join trending conversations your target audience is already part of.
And now, we're expanding how you can reach the right audience by rolling out the ability to boost your posts from mobile. Whether you're commuting, traveling, or between meetings, you can act on opportunities as they arise, in just a few taps.
Hire right the first time with LinkedIn Hiring Pro
We're expanding Hiring Pro with a new chat experience inside Applicant Evaluation, giving small businesses a faster, more natural way to collaborate. You can now use plain language to refine qualifications, share feedback, and stay aligned, without the extra manual work. But hiring in a small team isn't just about efficiency, it's about getting a trusted second opinion early on. That 'gut-check' moment allows you to bring your teammates into Hiring Pro to review and shortlist together, making it even easier to stay organized and feel confident in your hiring decision.
This builds on Hiring Pro's core strength to help small businesses find qualified candidates, screen applicants, and manage the hiring workflow with AI, all while saving time.
We're crowdsourcing the best advice for the next generation of founders. Add your voice to the mix using #SmallBizMonth, check out the latest entrepreneurship trends and discover tools to help you scale at LinkedIn.com/SmallBusiness. And to help scale your business, build your brand and harness AI, take advantage of these free courses through LinkedIn Learning, unlocked until the end of 2026:
* Scaling Your Small Business
* The AI Edge for Entrepreneurs
* Small Business Marketing
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FAQs
What tools has LinkedIn built for small businesses? LinkedIn has invested in tools for small businesses to build their brand, hire talent and earn revenue. Across Hiring Pro, Premium All-in-One, Premium Company Page and Premium Business, founders and small businesses have offerings to stand out and grow their business on LinkedIn.
What is LinkedIn's new Advice Sessions product? Advice Sessions lets you offer paid 1 on-1 consultations directly from your LinkedIn profile. You can manage bookings, secure payments, and host video consultations all in one place. The option would be rolling out soon to Premium Business subscribers as well as more advanced plans.
Who are these tools for? These products and updates were built with entrepreneurs, founders and small businesses to meet them in every stage of their company's journey.
Why now? We know that small business owners wear many hats, and we've heard from them that they need tools to help them save time and build their brand. To meet this moment, we've introduced new products for small businesses to meet this moment, whether you're a solopreneur building a brand or a growing company looking to hire talent.
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Original text: https://news.linkedin.com/2026/LinkedIn-Tools-to-Help-Small-Businesses-Scale-Up
[Category: BizMedia]
Hudson River Trading Expands Dell Deployment to Power AI-Driven Research
ROUND ROCK, Texas, May 16 -- Dell Technologies, a company that says it provides computer technology and services portfolio for the data era, issued the following news:
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Hudson River Trading Expands Dell Deployment to Power AI-Driven Research
Story Highlights
* Dell AI Factory supports Hudson River Trading (HRT) research infrastructure across algorithm development, predictive pricing simulations and hypothesis testing
* Dell Integrated Rack Scalable Systems (IRSS) featuring direct liquid-cooled Dell PowerEdge XE9685L servers power HRT's energy-efficient AI research data center in Norway
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ROUND ROCK, Texas, May 16 -- Dell Technologies, a company that says it provides computer technology and services portfolio for the data era, issued the following news:
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Hudson River Trading Expands Dell Deployment to Power AI-Driven Research
Story Highlights
* Dell AI Factory supports Hudson River Trading (HRT) research infrastructure across algorithm development, predictive pricing simulations and hypothesis testing
* Dell Integrated Rack Scalable Systems (IRSS) featuring direct liquid-cooled Dell PowerEdge XE9685L servers power HRT's energy-efficient AI research data center in Norway
*HRT standardizes on Dell PowerScale as the data storage foundation for essential trading data
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Hudson River Trading (HRT), a global quantitative trading firm, is expanding its relationship with Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL) to build AI research infrastructure that scales with the demands of modern algorithmic trading. This includes a purpose-built AI research data center in Norway powered by the Dell AI Factory, and the standardization of Dell PowerScale as the data foundation for HRT's critical market data in the United States.
Why it matters
HRT operates across more than 200 financial markets worldwide, using algorithms and advanced technology to make rapid, precise trading decisions. The firm's competitive edge depends on its ability to continuously refine those algorithms, tracking market data, testing hypotheses and running predictive pricing simulations that inform how it operates in fast-moving conditions.
As research models grow more sophisticated and data volumes compound, the infrastructure supporting that research must be as rigorous as the trading operation itself. For data-intensive organizations like HRT, the Dell AI Factory and Dell PowerScale provides an integrated foundation that helps makes rigorous AI research possible.
Scaling AI research in Norway
HRT recently opened a data center at Lefdal Mine Data Centers on Norway's west coast, purpose-built for energy-efficient, high-performance AI research at scale. The facility leverages the Dell Al Factory, using Dell IRSS featuring direct liquid-cooled Dell PowerEdge XE9685L servers with AMD EPYC processors, NVIDIA HGX B200 systems and optimized Dell and NVIDIA Spectrum-X Ethernet networking -- delivering the high-performance compute HRT needs for accelerated AI training and research workloads.
Situated in a repurposed mine in proximity to a cold fjord, the data center maximizes cooling performance while reducing energy consumption and costs.
Storage as the foundation for AI research
In the United States, HRT is standardizing on Dell PowerScale as the storage foundation for critical market data its research teams need for algorithm development and simulation workloads, supporting the kind of iterative, large-scale experimentation that quantitative trading demands. Dell PowerEdge R-series servers deliver the compute performance to run those workloads at speed.
The combination gives HRT a research environment that scales with the complexity of its models and the volume of its data without compromising the reliability its trading operations require.
Perspectives
"Our engineers and researchers work as one team to solve complex problems across global financial markets," said Prashant Lal, partner, Hudson River Trading. "We trade millions of shares each day, which demands continuous innovation in how we research and operate. Working with Dell, we're building AI research environments designed to scale with our data, models, and ambitions."
"AI outcomes at enterprise scale are determined by how seamlessly data and compute work together," said Arthur Lewis, president, Infrastructure Solutions Group, Dell Technologies. "Working with Hudson River Trading, we're delivering the integrated foundation their research teams need to scale models, accelerate experimentation and keep pace with the complexity of global markets."
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About Dell Technologies
Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL) helps organizations and individuals build their digital future and transform how they work, live and play. The company provides customers with the industry's broadest and most innovative technology and services portfolio for the AI era.
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Original text here: https://www.dell.com/en-us/dt/corporate/newsroom/announcements/detailpage.press-releases~usa~2026~05~hudson-river-trading-expands-dell-deployment-to-power-ai-driven-research.htm#/filter-on/Country:en-us
[Category: BizComputer Technology]
BAE Systems Delivers Next-Generation Flight Hardware for U.S. Space Force Missile Warning Program
ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 16 -- BAE Systems issued the following news release:
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BAE Systems delivers next-generation flight hardware for U.S. Space Force missile warning program
Sensor system delivered for full assembly of U.S. Space Force satellite intelligence and defense payload
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BAE Systems has delivered the sensor subassembly and sensor system controller components for the Next Generation Overhead Persistent Infrared Polar (NGP) program. The program will provide the U.S. Space Force with advanced missile warning, technical intelligence and battlespace characterization mission capabilities.
This
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ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 16 -- BAE Systems issued the following news release:
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BAE Systems delivers next-generation flight hardware for U.S. Space Force missile warning program
Sensor system delivered for full assembly of U.S. Space Force satellite intelligence and defense payload
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BAE Systems has delivered the sensor subassembly and sensor system controller components for the Next Generation Overhead Persistent Infrared Polar (NGP) program. The program will provide the U.S. Space Force with advanced missile warning, technical intelligence and battlespace characterization mission capabilities.
Thismilestone delivery keeps the program on track for full assembly of the payload, known as Flight Unit 1, expected to launch in 2028.
"We met multiple challenges across a multiyear timeframe to successfully deliver our components for the next stage of full payload assembly," said Thai Sheridan, vice president and general manager of Military Space for BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems. "This program will provide essential next-generation defense and intelligence capabilities for the Space Force."
The sensor subassembly built by BAE Systems is a significant component of the mission payload and provides the optics, pointing mechanism, controlling electronics and electrical bus interface to the spacecraft.
The sensor system controller interfaces directly to the space vehicle to receive commands and provide telemetry data for the mission. It provides power control and conversion for sensor assembly components as well as high-accuracy mirror direction.
The BAE Systems hardware originally was designed for use with the geosynchronous Earth orbit (GEO) element of the program. Featuring a highly adaptable design, the components were able to be repurposed for the NGP mission, allowing the program to meet challenging schedule needs.
BAE Systems is building a second flight unit for the NGP mission, which is on schedule for delivery in support of an expected launch in 2030.
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Original text here: https://www.baesystems.com/en/article/bae-systems-delivers-next-generation-flight-hardware-for-us-space-force-missile-warning-program
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American Airlines Gets Game Day Ready With Largest-Ever Football Schedule for Fans
FORT WORTH, Texas, May 16 -- American Airlines posted the following news:
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American Airlines gets game day ready with largest-ever football schedule for fans
* Football fans can get a head start on their game plan for fall with expanded flights on more than 80 routes this football season, spanning both professional and college games.
* The airline's unique AAdvantage Perks sweepstakes program blends the love of travel with the love of football.
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The matchups are set and American is ready for the season with a full slate of routes for fans to get straight to the end zone. This year,
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FORT WORTH, Texas, May 16 -- American Airlines posted the following news:
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American Airlines gets game day ready with largest-ever football schedule for fans
* Football fans can get a head start on their game plan for fall with expanded flights on more than 80 routes this football season, spanning both professional and college games.
* The airline's unique AAdvantage Perks sweepstakes program blends the love of travel with the love of football.
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The matchups are set and American is ready for the season with a full slate of routes for fans to get straight to the end zone. This year,the airline will add a record-breaking 23,000 additional seats for fans, building on its already robust fall schedule offering more seats than any other airline in the U.S.
"American knows fans have been eager to see when their favorite teams hit the road, which is why we're rolling out a full slate of flights to help plan fall travel," said American's Managing Director of Global Network Planning Jason Reisinger. "2026 is shaping up to be a standout year for sports fans, and we're doing our part by gearing up to fly more football fans than ever before this year."
For fans who never miss a kickoff, American's flight schedules will be available for booking early next week on aa.com or through American's mobile app.
By the numbers: American's fall football schedule
* American is adding more than 23,000 seats, that's enough to fill the rosters of more than 430 professional football teams.
* This season, American is offering fan flights spanning more than 293 million yards, the equivalent of more than 3 million football fields.
* American's fall schedule includes more than 4,500 peak daily flights from hometown airports of professional football teams.
Getting fans in position
The roar of the stadium awaits fans, and American's convenient flights are designed to give travelers the perfect weekend trip connecting hometowns to stadium towns. Joining American's already expansive schedule, nearly 10,000 additional seats will be available on 28 routes for fans across the upcoming season.
Table: 2026 fall matchups
The end zone goes global
As football goes international, American and its partners offer fans the ability to travel near and far to catch every play live from the stadium. Special for fans in September, American will offer nonstop service between its hub in Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) and Rio de Janeiro (GIG).
Moreover, when traveling with partners including Qantas, British Airways, Iberia, and GOL, AAdvantage(R) members can not only earn and redeem miles when traveling with our partner airlines, but AAdvantage(R) status members can also enjoy enhanced benefits such as advanced seat selection and priority boarding with our partner carriers.
Location ... Month ... American's international presence
Melbourne, Australia (MEL) ... September ... American's joint business partner Qantas offers six weekly flights between MEL and Los Angeles (LAX) and three weekly flights to DFW.
Rio de Janeiro (GIG) ... September ... American will offer special flights from DFW to GIG on Sept. 25 and GIG to DFW on Sept. 28, joining existing round-trip daily service between GIG and Miami (MIA). In addition, fans can seamlessly connect to Rio with our partner GOL through Sao Paulo (GRU).
London (LHR) ... October ... American is the largest U.S. airline serving London and, together with our joint business partner British Airways, customers can book travel on up to 70 peak daily flights from 27 destinations nationwide.
Paris (CDG) ... October ... American will offer up to five daily nonstop flights to CDG in late October, including flights from CLT, DFW, New York (JFK), Chicago (ORD) and Philadelphia (PHL).
Madrid (MAD) ... November ... American offers more flights than any other U.S. airline to MAD. Together with our joint business partner Iberia, travelers can book up to 18 peak daily flights from 11 destinations in the U.S. to MAD.
Munich (MUC) ... November ... American offers daily service to MUC from its hub at CLT. Together with our European partners, travelers can also enjoy one-stop connections to MUC.
Mexico City (MEX) ... November ... American offers nonstop flights to MEX from seven U.S. destinations: CLT, DFW, JFK, LAX, MIA, ORD and Phoenix (PHX).
AAdvantage members can score their own touchdowns
Scoring big isn't just for the players. Starting Monday, May 18, AAdvantage(R) members can enter to score their own touchdowns with this season's AAdvantage Perks sweepstakes program. From Fan Flyaways, training camp experiences and more throughout the year, fans can look for options with some of their favorite teams to make this season more rewarding, even before booking the perfect itinerary.
In addition to redeeming AAdvantage(R) miles for travel, upgrades and new inflight offerings, the AAdvantage(R) program gives members more ways to elevate their football experience. Fans can sign up to be an AAdvantage(R) member for free today and begin planning an unforgettable fall season of football, travel and more.
Flying fans closer to the field
College football planning is in full swing and American's largest-ever schedule for fans is ready for booking. With the season's matchups set, more than 13,000 seats with special flights on more than 50 routes are designed to give fans the perfect weekend at the stadium.
This season, the airline is adding more flights and seats to and from Austin, Texas (AUS); South Bend, Indiana (SBN); Oklahoma City (OKC); Columbia, Missouri (COU); College Station, Texas (CLL); Birmingham, Alabama (BHM); Lincoln, Nebraska (LNK) and more.
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About American Airlines Group (NASDAQ: AAL)
American Airlines is a premium global airline connecting more of the U.S. to the world. With roots tracing back to an air mail carrier in the Midwestern United States in 1926, American now operates more than 6,000 daily flights to more than 350 destinations in more than 60 countries and serves more than 200 million customers annually. Powered by a proud and talented team of 130,000 aviation professionals, American's team lives out the airline's purpose of caring for people on life's journey every day.
The world's largest airline proudly celebrates its centennial year in 2026, reaching a milestone that reflects a century of innovation and the Forever ForwardSM spirit that changed the industry and the world. American introduced the first scheduled air cargo service, the first airport lounge and the first airline loyalty program and continues to reinvent the customer experience today. The airline is also a founding member of the oneworld alliance, whose members serve more than 900 destinations around the globe.
Get the latest about American at news.aa.com and @AmericanAir,
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