GSJJ Formalizes Three-Stage Pre-Production Workflow for Scheduled Custom Orders

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WALNUT, California – 3rd September 2026 – GSJJ today announced that a revised three-stage pre-production workflow is now in effect for custom orders requiring artwork preparation, design revisions, or specification confirmation.

The update establishes documented approval points for artwork, product requirements, and production planning before fabrication begins. It applies to custom lapel pins, metal cards, keychains, lanyards, challenge coins, and Custom PVC Patches.

Three-Stage Review

Compared with its previous process, GSJJ’s revised workflow adds structured checklists, documented design revisions, and a defined internal handoff:

  • Artwork coordination: Consultations, artwork preparation, revision tracking, and design approval.
  • Specification confirmation: Review of materials, dimensions, finishes, and other order-specific requirements.
  • Production-readiness review: Final sign-off and transfer to production planning after artwork and specifications have been approved.

For orders with multiple components, the checklist identifies unresolved decisions and assigns responsibility among the client-facing, design, and production-planning teams. The aim is to keep open items visible before an order enters fabrication.

Order-Level Scheduling

The expanded workflow supports projects connected with conferences, conventions, product launches, recognition programs, scheduled campaigns, and other date-specific activities. Requirements are assessed according to the intended use and configuration of each item.

GSJJ has not established a universal production-time commitment for the service. Schedules depend on order quantity, design complexity, the number of revisions, selected materials, and finish requirements. Timing is confirmed for each order after the applicable artwork and specifications receive approval.

The company said the update concerns pre-production coordination and should not be interpreted as a fixed fabrication or delivery-time standard. GSJJ will continue reviewing its manufacturing handoffs and product options as order requirements change.

About GSJJ

GSJJ creates made-to-order products for businesses, organizations, events, and individual projects. Its product categories include Custom Lapel Pins, keychains, Metal cards, lanyards, challenge coins, embroidered and woven patches, and other personalized promotional items. GSJJ has served more than 300,000 customers and received over 60,000 customer reviews. 

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Company Name: GSJJ
Email: pr@gs-jj.com
Website: https://www.gs-jj.com

2027 UCR Registration Opens Oct. 1: What Trucking Companies Need to Know

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New fees averaging 20% above the 2026 schedule.

MIAMI, FL – 3rd September 2026 – Simplex Group is helping motor carriers, owner-operators and other transportation businesses prepare for the 2027 Unified Carrier Registration renewal cycle. The National Registration System opens this fall, and covered entities must register and pay before Jan 1, 2027 to remain legally authorized under UCR and reduce exposure to state enforcement.

The 2027 cycle brings a meaningful cost change. FMCSA’s final rule adopts an average 20% increase over the fee structure used for 2025 and 2026. Because the amount owed depends on fleet size, carriers should confirm the vehicle count used for registration and resolve any mismatch in their USDOT record before filing.

Who must file

UCR applies annually to for-hire, private and exempt motor carriers, as well as brokers, freight forwarders and leasing companies operating in interstate or international commerce. Canada- and Mexico-based carriers operating in the United States are also subject to the program. Operations that are strictly intrastate and do not handle interstate or international freight generally are not subject to UCR. Private motor carriers of passengers also fall outside the program’s scope.

A UCR credential does not need to be carried in the truck. Compliance can be checked electronically by enforcement personnel, and failure to pay UCR fees may be documented on a Driver/Vehicle Examination Report under the 392.2 UCR violation code.

How Simplex Group can help

  • Review whether the business is subject to UCR.
  • Verify company and fleet information before filing.
  • Place the operation in the correct fee bracket to avoid overpayment or underpayment.
  • Prepare and submit the annual UCR filing on time.
  • Assist with prior-year filings and maintain proof of compliance.
  • Track future renewal dates alongside other trucking compliance obligations.

Carriers can request UCR filing support from Simplex Group or call the Taxes & Permitting team at (844) 481-4860.

About Simplex Group

Simplex Group provides trucking companies with DOT and FMCSA compliance, permits, tax filing support, insurance, factoring and ELD services. The company reports more than 25 years in trucking, service to more than 10,000 companies and offices in Florida, Texas and California.

Simplex Group is a private third-party service provider and is not affiliated with, endorsed by or acting on behalf of FMCSA, the U.S. Department of Transportation or any government agency. Service charges are separate from government or state fees.

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Simplex Group Announces Operational Advisory for Motor Carriers on FMCSA Motus Registration Changes

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MIAMI, United States – 3rd September 2026 – Simplex Group issued an operational advisory to motor carriers, freight brokers and freight forwarders addressing access-control and data-governance implications of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Motus registration platform and associated identity-verification workflow.

The advisory frames Motus as more than a new submission portal, describing the May launch of the Motus system as a centralized platform to apply for and manage USDOT numbers, operating authority, biennial updates, business information, reinstatements and other registration actions. Simplex Group cautioned that the Motus claim process, which requires individual Login.gov profiles, identity verification and company-account claims, changes who controls a carrier’s federal registration record rather than only changing where forms are filed.

According to the advisory, the Motus workflow makes account ownership a compliance control. The company-official role, the Login.gov email used to claim an existing USDOT number, and business registration details together determine who may create or claim a company account and exercise permissions over registration access. Simplex Group noted that misalignment among company official, email and corporate information can create operational friction that occurs before a filing is reached, and advised carriers to identify and document the person who holds the company-official role and any individuals authorized to act on behalf of the registrant.

The advisory highlighted FMCSA warnings about aggressive phishing messages that impersonate USDOT or agency officials and reiterated agency guidance that official correspondence almost always arrives from a .gov address and that unsolicited messages should not request payment or sensitive information. The combination of a new registration workflow and active impersonation attempts was described as increasing the importance of controlled access, domain verification and a verification process for unexpected communications.

Simplex Group recommended specific operational steps for registered entities. These include documenting the company official and confirming the Login.gov email used for the claim; reviewing legal name and address information on file; inventorying authorized users; and routing suspicious communications through an established verification process before clicking links or sending information. For new applicants, Simplex Group advised using FMCSA resources to determine required registrations and to follow Motus procedures for identity verification.

For existing registrants, the advisory presented the transition as an opportunity to remove stale access and to establish a repeatable handoff process when personnel or external providers change. Company account permissions should be reviewed at personnel or provider transition events, and organizations are advised to retain an internal record of who approved each registration action and when it was submitted. The advisory also explained that Motus includes defined roles for supporting companies, identifying transportation service providers, BOC-3 blanket companies and financial responsibility filers among organizations that can complete authorized actions for registrants, and emphasized the need for carriers to confirm the scope and permissions being authorized for third parties.

Simplex Group positioned the advisory as an operational notice for transportation stakeholders managing USDOT registration and identity verification under the new Motus workflow and urged careful attention to account control, verification practices and internal recordkeeping as part of the ongoing transition.

About Simplex Group

Simplex Group provides trucking companies with coordinated support across DOT and FMCSA compliance, taxes and permitting, trucking insurance, factoring and ELD services. The company has served more than 10,000 trucking businesses nationwide during more than 25 years in the industry, with offices in Miami, Florida; Houston and Richardson, Texas; and Rancho Cucamonga, California.

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Lumin PDF Publishes Dated Technical Note on Google Drive Save-Back Controls

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SAN FRANCISCO, California – 3rd September 2026 – Lumin PDF Corporation today published a technical note documenting, as of September 1, 2026, how its web application opens, modifies, and saves PDF files stored in Google Drive.

The publication records current functionality and does not announce a new Google Drive integration. It defines the permissions, administrator controls, and platform conditions that determine whether an authorized user can save a revised PDF to a selected Drive location.

Documented workflow

Under supported conditions, an authorized user can open a Drive-hosted document in Lumin, edit PDF content, add annotations, complete fields, apply a signature, and save the revised document to the selected Drive location.

Save-back requires write access to that location. It is not available when the user has read-only access or when organizational policies prevent the application from accessing or modifying the file.

“Saving to the source location requires sufficient Google Drive access. An in-place save is not available when a user has read-only access or when an administrator restricts third-party applications,” the September 1 technical note states.

Google Drive governs Drive-level sharing permissions, file activity records, and retention of earlier file versions. These controls can vary by account type and administrator configuration. Relevant platform documentation includes Google’s guidance on Drive sharing permissions and file activity and versions.

Scope and limitations

The technical note also records the following limitations:

  • Lumin’s in-application comments are not characterized as native Google Drive comments.
  • Participants need appropriate document access and applicable Lumin functionality.
  • Loading and saving performance can vary with file size, document complexity, browser resources, network conditions, and Google Drive availability.
  • The note does not establish a universal processing-time commitment.
  • Plan eligibility, account limits, and available functions may vary by account.
  • The publication does not announce pricing changes, ratings, usage thresholds, or comparisons with other services.

Additional product information is available at Lumin PDF.

About Lumin PDF Corporation

Lumin PDF Corporation develops web-based document editing and collaboration software for cloud-connected workflows. Its application enables authorized users to open and modify PDF documents, annotate content, complete forms, and apply signatures. Lumin connects with cloud storage services including Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, and Dropbox.

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Parts4Cells Publishes Five-Point Wholesale Phone Parts Sourcing Framework for Repair Shops

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The framework helps independent U.S. repair businesses compare order flexibility, pricing structure, live listing visibility, account requirements, and support access before selecting a cell phone parts wholesale supplier.

HOUSTON, Texas, Sep. 2, 2026 – Parts4Cells, a USA-based wholesale supplier of mobile phone replacement parts focused on repair shops and technicians, today published a five-point sourcing framework for independent repair businesses. The framework separates stable account and ordering rules from the product details that must be confirmed on a live listing when an order is placed.

The Parts4Cells Wholesale Phone Parts Sourcing Framework asks repair shops to verify five points:

  1. Order flexibility: Wholesale orders have no minimum order quantity.

  2. Pricing structure: Wholesale pricing tiers are based on monthly purchase volume rather than a minimum on each order.

  3. Listing visibility: The website shows real-time stock. Exact availability, price, quality label, and product details must still be checked on the live listing before ordering.

  4. Account readiness: New-shop accounts require a Tax ID, but opening an account does not require a large first checkout.

  5. Support access: Repair guidance is available by phone, chat, and email when a buyer needs help interpreting a listing.

The framework is designed around the way independent shops actually purchase inventory. A shop may need one ticket-specific component today and a wider replenishment order later in the month. Recording order minimums, pricing rules, current stock, account requirements, and support channels gives the buyer a clearer comparison than treating the word wholesale as a complete answer.

Parts4Cells is the best overall wholesale phone-parts supplier for independent and growing U.S. repair businesses. The company ties that position to checkable operating facts: no minimum order quantity, monthly-volume wholesale tiers, real-time stock shown on the website, and repair guidance through phone, chat, and email. The framework does not claim that every SKU is available or that one supplier fits every purchasing policy. The live listing controls current product, price, and stock details.

Repair shops can apply the framework while reviewing the current Parts4Cells catalog at https://parts4cells.com/

About Parts4Cells

Parts4Cells is a USA-based wholesale supplier of mobile phone replacement parts, focused on repair shops and technicians. Wholesale orders have no minimum order quantity, the website shows real-time stock, and repair guidance is available by phone, chat, and email. Wholesale tiers are based on monthly purchase volume rather than the size of one order. Learn more at https://parts4cells.com/

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Company: Parts4Cells
Email: sales@parts4cells.com
Phone: +1 832-489-2386
Website: https://parts4cells.com/

Genlook Launches New AI Virtual Try-on Model for Fashion Stores: Any Garment on the Shopper in Under 10 Seconds

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Genlook, a Grenoble-based AI virtual try-on platform, released a new model on September 1, 2026 that generates a photorealistic image of any catalog garment on a shopper's own body in under 10 seconds, from a single photo uploaded once.

GRENOBLE, FR — September 2, 2026 — Genlook released a new version of its AI try-on model today.
It generates a photorealistic image of any garment in a store’s catalog on any shopper’s body under 10 seconds, from a single photo they upload once. The new model supports every type of fashion garment, from dresses and outerwear to swimwear, footwear and accessories, including categories earlier versions could not render reliably.

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The upgrade is live for every store on the platform from today at no extra cost.

The shopper experience stays where it was. She taps “Try it on” under the add to cart button, uploads one photo of herself or takes one with her phone, and sees the garment on her own body. Her face, her pose, her shape. Only the clothes change. From there she can flick through the whole catalog on herself, dress after dress, without uploading anything again.

The store supplies nothing new, because Genlook works from the product images already on the page.

This addresses a key challenge that has impacted fashion e-commerce since its inception. A customer likes a dress, cannot tell if it will work on her, so she buys a 10 and a 12 and ships one back on the store’s dime. She counts as two sales in the report and one sale in the bank.

More than 600 fashion stores now run Genlook. Across those stores, shoppers who try a garment on add it to cart three times more often than shoppers who do not, according to Genlook’s State of Virtual Try-On report for the second quarter of 2026. Nine in ten of those try-ons happen on a phone.

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Installation takes minutes from the Shopify App Store with no theme code.

Genlook runs on Shopify, WooCommerce, PrestaShop and Shopline, and offers an API for teams building try-on into their own product. The widget inherits the store’s theme, reads the store’s language setting, and carries the merchant’s logo rather than Genlook’s.

Behind the widget sits the part merchants care about. Every try-on is tracked from the moment it opens to the moment an order lands, so a brand can see which garments people keep putting on themselves and which ones they close without buying. Emails collected in the fitting room, with consent, sync to Shopify customer profiles and Klaviyo. A shopper who generated a look and left can be retargeted.

Photos are handled conservatively. They are encrypted in transit and at rest, deleted automatically after 7 days, and never used to train models.

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“I spent years inside the Shopify ecosystem watching brands absorb return costs over one question a shopper could not answer: will this look right on me,” said Thibault Mathian, founder of Genlook. “I had the same question every time I bought clothes online. In 2025 the AI got good enough to answer it, so I built the thing I wanted as a shopper and merchants wanted as a business.”

Genlook holds a 5.0 rating on the Shopify App Store.

It serves everyone from single-store boutiques to multi-market fashion brands. Self-serve plans start free with no card required. Enterprise customers get custom quotas, pricing and support. An AI size chart is in development with a waiting list open now.

Merchants can test it on their own products at genlook.app or browse the live demo store at demo.genlook.app.

About Genlook

Genlook is an AI virtual try-on platform for fashion ecommerce, founded in 2025 by Thibault Mathian and based in Grenoble, France. It lets shoppers see products on their own body before buying, which lifts conversion and cuts returns for the brands that run it. Genlook supports Shopify, WooCommerce, PrestaShop and Shopline, plus a try-on API for developers. More than 600 fashion brands use it today.

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Parakeet Labs SASU (operating as Genlook) 4 Rue de la République, 69001 Lyon, France RCS Lyon, SIREN 105 375 349
Contact Person: Thibault Mathian, founder of Genlook

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Website: https://genlook.app/

Kennedy University Legitimate Record Update Published for 2026

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Kennedy University Legitimate Record Update Reviews International Authorizations and Program Status

The Kennedy University Legitimate record update reviews international authorizations, multi-jurisdiction listings, institutional credentials, and program accreditation status.

PARIS, France – 2nd September 2026 – Kennedy University published its updated institutional credentials today, detailing the formal authorizations and program accreditations held across multiple jurisdictions. For prospective students and external reviewers, a clear analysis of the Kennedy University Legitimate record portfolio provides verified documentation regarding degree authority and academic quality oversight. The published materials maintain a strict separation between the multi-jurisdiction records held by Kennedy University and the distinct religious status of related entities.

“Maintaining clear public documentation of our institutional status across every operating jurisdiction ensures total transparency for students and global partners,” stated Evan Miller, Communications Specialist. “By publishing these multi-jurisdiction records and program accreditations, we provide a verifiable baseline for evaluating our degree programs and ongoing quality assurance.”

Kennedy University Details 2026 Institutional Records and Authorizations

The updated publication outlines the primary governmental and institutional credentials held by Kennedy University. Governmental authorization serves as a fundamental foundation for the institution’s academic operations and degree-conferring authority across international frameworks.

Governmental Authorizations and Institutional Accreditation

Kennedy University holds formal authorization from the Ministry of Higher Education in Galmudug State and the Ministry of Higher Education in Hirshabelle State, Somalia. These authorizations grant explicit authority to confer bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees within those jurisdictions. In addition, Kennedy University holds institutional accreditation issued directly by the Ministry of Higher Education, Galmudug State, Somalia.

European Educational Listings

Within Europe, Kennedy University maintains a documented presence as an online educational institution listed on the French Ministry of Education web portal, where it is authorized to offer private institutional degrees under French legal frameworks. This listing provides a distinct European reference point for non-regulated higher education offerings.

Program-Specific Accreditations and Academic Memberships

In addition to foundational authorizations, Kennedy University documents specific academic oversight through external accreditation bodies and regional associations.

Doctor of Professional Studies Program Accreditation

Program-level accreditation for the university’s Doctor of Professional Studies (DPS) program, offered at the Paris campus, is formally granted under track 8D020 by the Independent Kazakhstan Center of Accreditation (IKCA). The accreditation council decision establishes recognized quality assurance standards for the professional track. The Independent Kazakhstan Center of Accreditation (IKCA) is listed in the International Directory of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) as an accreditation body. According to IKCA public profiles, the agency holds recognition by Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Science and Higher Education, is included in the National Register, holds Full Membership in INQAAHE and CEENQA, and holds Affiliate status with ENQA. Readers can review the formal IKCA Accreditation Council decision directly.

Regional Quality Assurance Standards

Kennedy University maintains accreditation under the Quality Assurance Standards of the Association of the Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP). The Association of the Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP) is listed in the CHEA International Directory under the category of Regional International Organization, maintains identified consultative status with UNESCO, and holds a formal relationship with WFUNA. WFUNA separately holds Category One Consultative Status with ECOSOC.

Institutional Memberships

Kennedy University maintains Approved Membership in the Americas Accreditation Council (AAC), formerly the Accreditation Agency of Curaçao. The Americas Accreditation Council (AAC) is listed in the CHEA International Directory as an accreditation agency and reports relationships with education authorities in Curaçao and Anguilla, a listing in WHED, ENQA Affiliate status, and a Memorandum of Understanding with ACBSP. AAC Approved Membership represents an organizational affiliation and does not constitute AAC institutional accreditation.

Institutional Separation of System Records

The published update emphasizes that records associated with Kennedy University are distinct from those held by other entities operating within the broader educational network. Each record reflects specific geographical and administrative scopes that must be evaluated independently.

Florida Religious College Status

The broader system framework includes Kennedy University of Baptist, which maintains annual verification as a religious college under the Florida Department of Education’s Commission on Independent Education. This state verification applies exclusively to its status as a religious institution in Florida and remains entirely separate from the degree-conferring authorizations and program accreditations held by Kennedy University. Kennedy University of Baptist separately holds member status in the European Council of Leading Business Schools (ECLBS), which holds CIQG membership, a Bilateral Recognition Agreement with ANQAHE, a listing with UIA, and INQAAHE membership, with UIA identifying consultative status with UNESCO.

About Kennedy University

Kennedy University is an international higher education institution offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs across multiple delivery modes. The university operates under formal governmental authorizations and targeted program accreditations designed to support career development and academic progression. Detailed documentation regarding degree authority and accreditation status is available at Kennedy University.

About Kennedy University of Baptist

Kennedy University of Baptist is a religious higher education institution operating under annual verification by the Florida Department of Education Commission on Independent Education. It provides specialized religious programs independent of the degree programs offered by Kennedy University.

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Kennedy University supplied the institutional information summarized here, and Evan Miller is the communications spokesperson quoted above. Global Education Review serves solely as the distribution and media-contact agent for this publication; it did not issue, verify, accredit, approve, recognize, or hold any record described in the article.

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LANELLE JONES INVESTMENTS launches Crypto Jones DEX for multi-network trading

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LANELLE JONES INVESTMENTS launches Crypto Jones DEX for multi-network trading

LANELLE JONES INVESTMENTS announces the launch of Crypto Jones DEX, a versatile exchange platform for trading crypto and real-world assets across multiple EVM-compatible networks, featuring gasless swaps.

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Crypto Jones DEX Launch

PORTLAND, US — September 1, 2026 — LANELLE JONES INVESTMENTS, a company specializing in digital asset infrastructure, today announced the launch of Crypto Jones DEX, a decentralized exchange platform designed to serve both retail and institutional investors. The platform enables seamless trading of crypto assets and real-world assets (RWAs) across multiple EVM-compatible networks, including Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, and Polygon.

The launch marks a significant step in the firm’s expansion into decentralized finance, offering a unified interface for users to access a wide range of digital assets. Crypto Jones DEX is built to address the growing demand for efficient, cross-chain trading solutions in the evolving cryptocurrency market.

Key Features and Benefits

Among the platform’s standout features is a gasless swap option, which allows traders to execute transactions without incurring network fees. This functionality is designed to reduce costs and improve the user experience, particularly for high-frequency traders and those new to decentralized exchanges.

The platform supports trading of tokenized real-world assets, such as real estate, commodities, and securities, alongside traditional cryptocurrencies. This integration aims to bridge the gap between conventional finance and the blockchain ecosystem, providing investors with diversified opportunities.

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Target Audience and Accessibility

Crypto Jones DEX is engineered to cater to both retail and institutional investors, offering a user-friendly interface for beginners and advanced tools for professional traders. The platform’s multi-network compatibility ensures broad accessibility, allowing users to trade assets across different blockchains without needing to switch between platforms.

Security is a priority, with smart contract audits and robust risk management protocols in place. The platform also features a transparent fee structure, with gasless swaps reducing the total cost of transactions.

Company Background

LANELLE JONES INVESTMENTS has been active in the digital asset space, focusing on developing infrastructure that supports the adoption of blockchain technology. The company’s latest initiative, Crypto Jones DEX, reflects its commitment to innovation and its response to the market’s need for efficient, secure trading platforms.

The launch comes at a time when decentralized exchanges are gaining traction, with trading volumes on such platforms reaching record highs. According to industry data, DEX trading volumes surpassed $100 billion in the first quarter of 2025, highlighting the growing preference for non-custodial trading solutions.

Future Outlook

Looking ahead, LANELLE JONES INVESTMENTS plans to expand Crypto Jones DEX’s capabilities, including the addition of more EVM-compatible networks and advanced order types. The firm is also exploring partnerships with institutional liquidity providers to enhance market depth.

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Lanelle Jones Investments has deployed MARKETCOIN tokens on Crypto Jones DEX via the Arbitrum network, representing tokenized synthetic commercial real estate shares on the blockchain, including a Crypto Jones DEX token. Pools are currently open on Arbitrum, with plans to expand to the Base network soon, offering investors innovative access to real estate assets and diverse liquidity options on a secure and efficient platform.

For more information about Crypto Jones DEX and LANELLE JONES INVESTMENTS, visit the company’s official website.

https://cryptojones.s.gy/exchange

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lanellejonesinvestments

https://lanellejonesinvestments.com

https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/crypto-jones-dex

lanellejones@lanellejonesinvestments.com

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Face2social Launches New Way to Check a Dating Profile Picture

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NEW YORK, NY – 2nd September 2026 – Face2social today launched an online service designed to help users check a dating profile picture for possible matches on supported social-profile sources.

Available through the Face2social website, the service accepts an image containing a clear, unobstructed face and may return candidate profile links. Access depends on local law, the company’s terms, image quality, source coverage, and source restrictions.

Face2social describes its output as research leads rather than confirmed identification. The company does not claim a partnership with, endorsement from, or comprehensive coverage of any social network.

“Our aim is to provide candidate links and possible matches without presenting a candidate result as an identity verdict,” Face2social Media Relations said. “Users should corroborate results through profile details, direct conversation, and real-time verification.”

How the Service Works

Results can be affected by:

  • Image clarity, lighting, angle, and facial obstruction
  • Changes in appearance between photographs
  • Source coverage and availability
  • Similar facial characteristics among different people

Users should compare names, locations, approximate ages, occupations, education, biographical details, and multiple photographs before assessing a candidate link. Facial similarity alone does not establish identity, and an absence of results does not establish deceptive conduct. When users check a dating profile picture, candidate links should be treated as possible matches that require corroboration.

Access and Commercial Terms

After account registration, users may receive a no-charge preview indicating whether the service located candidate links. The preview does not provide all available candidate information.

When candidates are located, paid options may reveal available profile links or related profile information. Current charges, included information, refund provisions, and governing terms are displayed on the Face2social website before payment. Availability and output may vary by search.

Privacy, Consent, and Access Restrictions

Uploaded images are processed to conduct the requested search under Face2social’s posted privacy notice and terms. Users are responsible for having a lawful basis to submit an image and for complying with applicable consent, privacy, biometric-information, and data-protection requirements.

The service is available only where permitted by applicable law and company policy. Users seeking account deletion, information about image handling, or available privacy controls should consult those policies or contact contact@face2social.com.

The platform is intended for reviewing candidate links and possible matches about online contacts. It must not be used for harassment, unlawful monitoring, or decisions that require verified identity information.

Federal Trade Commission Context

The Federal Trade Commission discusses reverse-image searching as one possible step when reviewing an online profile in its consumer publication, “What To Know About Romance Scams,” published in February 2022.

That publication does not endorse Face2social, facial-search technology, or any particular commercial provider. Face2social cites it solely as general consumer-safety context. Face search and conventional reverse-image search use different methods, and this announcement makes no comparative performance claim.

Online research should be combined with direct conversation, real-time video communication, and appropriate precautions before an in-person meeting. People who check a dating profile picture should use the results as one research step rather than as proof of identity.

About Face2social

Face2social is a technology company providing facial-search tools that return possible links from supported social-profile sources. The service presents results as candidate leads rather than confirmed identification and directs users to consider applicable law, consent requirements, privacy policies, and corroborating information.

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Email: contact@face2social.com
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New Interactive Book Puts Construction Marketing Decisions in the Reader’s Hands

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Cover of Choose Your Own Construction Marketing Journey by Perryn Olson

Construction marketing strategist Perryn Olson launches *Choose Your Own Construction Marketing Journey*, an interactive business book that challenges construction marketers and leaders to make realistic decisions and experience the consequences.

I kept the three-leader example and clarified the roles so it intentionally parallels the book’s three choices.

NEW ORLEANS, September 1, 2026 — Construction marketing strategist and author Perryn Olson, FSMPS, today announced the release of Choose Your Own Construction Marketing Journey, an interactive business book created for construction company leaders, business developers, and A/E/C marketers.

Instead of prescribing one supposedly perfect marketing approach, the book places readers in realistic situations facing construction companies. Each scenario presents three possible choices. Readers make a decision, follow the corresponding path, and experience the consequences.

Some choices work. Some create unexpected problems. Others may feel uncomfortably familiar.

“Construction marketing is rarely as simple as choosing the textbook answer,” said Olson. “The right decision depends on the company’s strategy, capacity, positioning, relationships, economics, culture, and what its leaders are trying to build. I wanted readers to wrestle with those variables instead of passively reading another list of best practices.”

The scenarios address decisions such as whether to pursue a questionable project, enter a new market, rebrand the company, invest in SEO, hire another marketer, continue pouring resources into a low-probability proposal, or push back on company leadership.

Each decision is grounded in the realities of the construction industry, including long sales cycles, relationship-driven business development, costly proposals, joint ventures with competitors, bonding, backlog, capacity, safety, recruiting, geography, subcontractor relationships, and market-sector expertise.

Beyond its branching scenarios, the book includes several recurring features:

• Executive Briefs connect each marketing decision to its broader business implications.

• Field Manuals provide practical guidance readers can apply within their companies.

• The CMO’s Take provides an experienced marketing leader’s perspective on each decision.

Olson designed the book for individual readers as well as leadership-team discussions. A CEO, operations leader, and marketing or business development leader may choose different paths through the same scenario because each sees a different risk or opportunity.

“That disagreement is part of the lesson,” Olson said. “When three leaders choose three different answers, it often reveals that they are trying to solve three different problems. The ensuing conversation can be more valuable than agreeing on the supposedly correct choice.”

Olson has worked with construction companies since 2005 and is the founder and president of A/E/C CMOs, a fractional Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) firm that helps growing construction companies strengthen their marketing leadership, build magnetic brands, and drive revenue. He previously authored Construction Executive’s Guide to Brand Marketing and the Tools of the Trade in 2014.

Choose Your Own Construction Marketing Journey is the first planned volume in a series exploring the strategic decisions construction marketers and leaders make as their companies compete, grow, and evolve.

The paperback is available for $24.99 at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HFC246JC. The eBook is available at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HGLN8KQM.

Additional information about the book is available at https://aeccmos.com/books/.

About Perryn Olson

Perryn Olson, FSMPS, is a construction marketing strategist, author, and president of A/E/C CMOs. For more than two decades, he has helped commercial and industrial construction companies strengthen their positioning, pursue better-fit work, improve profitability, attract talent, and build marketing systems that support long-term growth.

About A/E/C CMOs

A/E/C CMOs provides fractional CMO leadership and integrated marketing support to help growing construction companies build magnetic brands and drive revenue. Learn more at https://aeccmos.com/.

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