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Veritone Achieves a Three-Peat in the Deloitte Technology Fast 500™ Awards

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(NASDAQ: VERI), a leader in designing human-centered AI solutions, is a 2023 winner in the Deloitte Technology Fast 500, which recognizes the most innovative, fastest-growing technology companies in North America for advancements in technology, media, life sciences, fintech and energy tech.

Key Points: 
  • (NASDAQ: VERI), a leader in designing human-centered AI solutions, is a 2023 winner in the Deloitte Technology Fast 500, which recognizes the most innovative, fastest-growing technology companies in North America for advancements in technology, media, life sciences, fintech and energy tech.
  • “Our recognition in the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 underscores Veritone’s commitment to innovation and sustained growth,” said Ryan Steelberg, President and CEO of Veritone.
  • Additionally, Veritone closed the acquisition of Broadbean , a global leader in software-as-a-service (SaaS) technology for talent acquisition and engagement.
  • Veritone remains dedicated to driving technological innovation, empowering organizations to unlock new possibilities and realize their full potential by leveraging the power of AI.

Charles River Laboratories Announces Third-Quarter 2023 Results

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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Charles River has scheduled a live webcast on Wednesday, November 8th, at 8:30 a.m.

Key Points: 
  • Charles River has scheduled a live webcast on Wednesday, November 8th, at 8:30 a.m.
  • A reconciliation of GAAP to non-GAAP results is provided in the schedules at the end of this press release.
  • Non-GAAP results also allow investors to compare the Company’s operations against the financial results of other companies in the industry who similarly provide non-GAAP results.
  • Because forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, actual results and events may differ materially from results and events currently expected by Charles River, and Charles River assumes no obligation and expressly disclaims any duty to update information contained in this press release except as required by law.

Veritone Reports Third Quarter 2023 Results

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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Veritone may, subject to certain conditions and limitations, elect to make any amortization payment in shares of its common stock.

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  • Veritone may, subject to certain conditions and limitations, elect to make any amortization payment in shares of its common stock.
  • Financial Results for Three Months Ended September 30, 2023
    Delivered third quarter revenue of $35.1 million, a decrease of $2.1 million or 6% from $37.2 million in the third quarter of 2022.
  • Veritone will hold a conference call using its synthetic voice technology, Veritone Voice, to deliver management’s prepared remarks on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time (5:30 a.m. Pacific Time) to discuss its third quarter 2023 results, provide an update on the business and conduct a question-and-answer session.
  • To participate, please join the audio webcast or dial-in and ask to be connected to the Veritone earnings conference call.

RAINN-Supported Legislation to Rescue Children Who are Being Sexually Exploited Online Passes U.S. Senate

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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The Senate just passed a bill to prioritize the rescue of children who are sexually abused and exploited online.

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  • The Senate just passed a bill to prioritize the rescue of children who are sexually abused and exploited online.
  • In 2020, for the first time ever, over half of those accessing the RAINN National Sexual Assault online hotline were children, and this has consistently been the case since.
  • The Project Safe Childhood Act will require the U.S. Attorney General to develop and disseminate best practices for the prioritization of cases involving online child sexual exploitation.
  • The bill will also fund an additional 20 federal prosecutors at the U.S. Department of Justice dedicated to these cases.

Seminole Tribe of Florida to Debut Craps, Roulette and Sports Betting in December with Star-Studded Celebrations of a New Gaming Era

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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The Seminole Tribe and Seminole Hard Rock plan to celebrate "A New Era in Florida Gaming" with star-studded celebrations in December for the launch of craps, roulette and sports betting at all six Seminole Casinos.

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  • The Seminole Tribe and Seminole Hard Rock plan to celebrate "A New Era in Florida Gaming" with star-studded celebrations in December for the launch of craps, roulette and sports betting at all six Seminole Casinos.
  • "The Seminole Tribe thanks the State of Florida, the U.S. Department of the Interior and the U.S. Department of Justice for defending our Compact.
  • By working together, the Tribe, the State and the federal government achieved a historic legal victory," said Marcellus Osceola Jr., Chairman of the Seminole Tribe of Florida.
  • Craps, roulette and sports betting will launch to the public on Thursday, December 7 at all three Seminole Casinos in South Florida: Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, Seminole Classic Casino in Hollywood and Seminole Casino Coconut Creek.

INVESTIGATION ALERT: Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP Investigates AT&T Inc.’s Directors and Officers for Breach of Fiduciary Duties – T

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP (“Scott+Scott”), an international securities and consumer rights litigation firm, is investigating whether certain directors and officers of AT&T Inc. (“AT&T”) (NYSE: T) breached their fiduciary duties to AT&T and its shareholders.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP (“Scott+Scott”), an international securities and consumer rights litigation firm, is investigating whether certain directors and officers of AT&T Inc. (“AT&T”) (NYSE: T) breached their fiduciary duties to AT&T and its shareholders.
  • If you are an AT&T shareholder, you may contact attorney Joe Pettigrew for additional information toll-free at 844-818-6982, or [email protected] .
  • If you are an AT&T shareholder, you may have legal claims against AT&T’s directors and officers.
  • If you wish to discuss this investigation, or have questions about this notice or your legal rights, please contact attorney Joe Pettigrew toll-free at 844-818-6982 or [email protected] .

INVESTIGATION ALERT: Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP Investigates Verizon Communications Inc.’s Directors and Officers for Breach of Fiduciary Duties – VZ

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP (“Scott+Scott”), an international securities and consumer rights litigation firm, is investigating whether certain directors and officers of Verizon Communications Inc. (“Verizon”) (NYSE: VZ) breached their fiduciary duties to Verizon and its shareholders.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP (“Scott+Scott”), an international securities and consumer rights litigation firm, is investigating whether certain directors and officers of Verizon Communications Inc. (“Verizon”) (NYSE: VZ) breached their fiduciary duties to Verizon and its shareholders.
  • If you are a Verizon shareholder, you may contact attorney Joe Pettigrew for additional information toll-free at 844-818-6982 or [email protected] .
  • Scott+Scott is investigating whether members of Verizon’s board of directors or senior management failed to manage Verizon in an acceptable manner, in breach of their fiduciary duties to Verizon, and whether Verizon and its shareholders have suffered damages as a result.
  • If you are a Verizon shareholder, you may have legal claims against Verizon’s directors and officers.

INVESTIGATION ALERT: Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP Investigates eBay Inc.’s Directors and Officers for Breach of Fiduciary Duties – EBAY

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Friday, October 20, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP (“Scott+Scott”), an international securities and consumer rights litigation firm, is investigating whether certain directors and officers of eBay Inc. (“eBay”) (NASDAQ: EBAY) breached their fiduciary duties to eBay and its shareholders.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP (“Scott+Scott”), an international securities and consumer rights litigation firm, is investigating whether certain directors and officers of eBay Inc. (“eBay”) (NASDAQ: EBAY) breached their fiduciary duties to eBay and its shareholders.
  • If you are an eBay shareholder, you may contact attorney Joe Pettigrew for additional information toll-free at 844-818-6982 or [email protected] .
  • Scott+Scott is investigating whether members of eBay’s board of directors or senior management failed to manage eBay in an acceptable manner, in breach of their fiduciary duties to eBay, and whether eBay and its shareholders have suffered damages as a result.
  • If you are an eBay shareholder, you may have legal claims against eBay’s directors and officers.

Ameris Bank Announces Settlement with Department of Justice

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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ATLANTA, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ameris Bank ("Ameris" or the "Bank"), the wholly owned subsidiary of Ameris Bancorp (Nasdaq: ABCB), today announced that it has entered into a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice that resolves alleged violations of fair lending laws in the Jacksonville, Florida metropolitan area from 2016 to 2021.

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  • ATLANTA, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ameris Bank ("Ameris" or the "Bank"), the wholly owned subsidiary of Ameris Bancorp (Nasdaq: ABCB), today announced that it has entered into a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice that resolves alleged violations of fair lending laws in the Jacksonville, Florida metropolitan area from 2016 to 2021.
  • As noted in the Consent Order resolving the case, Ameris firmly denies violating, and maintains that it has consistently complied with, applicable fair lending laws.
  • Under the terms of the settlement, Ameris will provide $7.5 million in mortgage loan subsidies over a five-year period in Majority Black and Hispanic Census Tracts ("MBHCTs") in Jacksonville.
  • The settlement does not include any civil monetary penalties against Ameris.

APCI to Feds: Stop Further Healthcare Vertical Integration in Optum-Amedisys Deal

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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The acquisition represents a further descent into an already vertically integrated healthcare supply chain.

Key Points: 
  • The acquisition represents a further descent into an already vertically integrated healthcare supply chain.
  • "APCI has been one of the loudest and most consistent voices in opposing further vertical and horizontal integration by large insurers and their affiliated PBMs," said APCI CEO Tim Hamrick.
  • "Community pharmacists have seen first-hand what vertical integration has done in pharmacy and the burden it has caused patients.
  • APCI is committed to advocating on behalf of patients and the community pharmacies that serve them against further large insurer/PBM integration before agencies, U.S. Congress, and in the states."