Tag: California Business

Film NEWS: -- Janel Parrish ("Pretty Little Liars," "To All the Boys I've Loved Before") will star in the feature adaptation of "Bound For Glory," an emotionally resonant indie drama from rising AAPI filmmaker Michael Naizu, EKC PR announced today.

Music and Performers NEWS: -- This Friday, July 5th at 6 p.m., genre-bending country-hip hop band Good Ol' Boyz will take the stage at SeaSalt Honky Tonk, a recently opened live-music spot on Bolsa Chica State Beach. Admission is free, and the all-ages beachside event is expected to draw more than 2,000 fans.

Publishing NEWS: -- MuseWire has been selected by the panelists at Feedspot as one of the "Top 70 Music Industry Blogs" on the web for 2025. Ranked #30 this year (#35 last year). MuseWire™ (aka/formerly Music Industry Newswire) covers music makers, music gear, audiophile gear, the music business and related topics; established 2006. A publication of Neotrope®. Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons, a working tech journalist since 1984, and member ASCAP.

Publishing NEWS: -- Red Rabbit Press LLC. presents "The Light Runner" (ISBN: 978-1966981060). Ally Walker has captivated audiences with unforgettable roles-from June Stahl in "Sons of Anarchy" to Dr. Sam Waters in "Profiler." Her versatility has made her a standout presence in film and television, with memorable performances in "Universal Soldier" and "While You Were Sleeping."

Music and Performers NEWS: -- Meet Cayden: not just the future of pop music, but a voice from another world literally. Hailing from a richly imagined parallel universe, Cayden makes his debut on Earth with the release of "Esperanza," an emotionally charged single that blends cinematic pop production with an urgent call for compassion, Sixth P Media announced today.

Music and Performers NEWS: -- Meet Cayden: not just the future of pop music, but a voice from another world literally. Hailing from a richly imagined parallel universe, Cayden makes his debut on Earth with the release of "Esperanza," an emotionally charged single that blends cinematic pop production with an urgent call for compassion, Sixth P Media announced today.

Software NEWS: -- Swyshare, a growing innovator in digital creativity tools, today announced the release of Recordit, a simple yet powerful screen recorder designed for users who need fast, efficient, and high-quality screen capture. Whether you're recording online meetings, tutorial videos, gameplay, or presentations, Recordit provides the tools you need in an intuitive, no-fuss interface.

Software NEWS: -- Swyshare, a growing innovator in digital creativity tools, today announced the release of Recordit, a simple yet powerful screen recorder designed for users who need fast, efficient, and high-quality screen capture. Whether you're recording online meetings, tutorial videos, gameplay, or presentations, Recordit provides the tools you need in an intuitive, no-fuss interface.

Software NEWS: -- Imgkits, the AI-driven online platform for image and video processing, today announced a major product update that dramatically enhances its creative toolkit. With advanced AI capabilities including face swapping, virtual try-on, and expanded batch processing, the upgrade cements Imgkits' role as a go-to solution for creators, marketers, and designers seeking professional-grade editing without the complexity.

Software NEWS: -- Imgkits, the AI-driven online platform for image and video processing, today announced a major product update that dramatically enhances its creative toolkit. With advanced AI capabilities including face swapping, virtual try-on, and expanded batch processing, the upgrade cements Imgkits' role as a go-to solution for creators, marketers, and designers seeking professional-grade editing without the complexity.

Software NEWS: -- Cloudvirga, a Stewart-owned provider of digital point-of-sale platforms for lenders, today announced a new integration using the latest API framework for mortgage technology from Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE), a leading global provider of data, technology and market infrastructure. Available via the Marketplace in the ICE digital lending platform, the integration expands the document provider options available to Cloudvirga customers and enhances lender efficiency and compliance by streamlining the generation, delivery and management of initial and revised disclosures.

Publishing NEWS: -- Publishers Newswire (PNW), an online news publisher covering books, music, indie film, and software launched in 2004, today announced its latest quarterly "books to bookmark" list for Q1 (Jan.-March) 2025, noting 11 new and interesting "good reads" from small publishers released in 2025. These newly published books are often overlooked due to not coming from major traditional book publishing houses or celebrity authors.

Software NEWS: -- AudFree, a leading developer of multimedia software solutions, today announced the launch of AudFree Streaming Audio Recorder, a powerful and user-friendly tool designed to record music from multiple streaming music platforms while preserving original audio quality. This innovative software empowers music lovers to enjoy their favorite tracks offline without restrictions, supporting customizable audio settings, fast speed, and ID3 tag retention.

Publishing NEWS: -- In times of economic turbulence, shifting markets and rising global tariffs, traditional sales methods are faltering. That's why Spire Selling (spireselling.com) has launched a career development program in addition to a new book - "Cheating Death" (ISBN: 978-1069339287) by CEO and 35+ year sales veteran, Robert Herbst.

Publishing NEWS: -- In a raw revelation of maternal mental health struggles rarely discussed openly, wellness coach Emily Wright Mitchell has released "Better Than Before: How Overcoming Depression and Obesity Led To One Mom's Wellness Transformation" (ISBN: 978-1964377841 [ebook]; 978-1964377834 [paperback]; Legacy Launch Pad Publishing).

Software NEWS: -- IRS Solutions®, the trusted name in tax resolution software, announces the launch of its latest innovation, the Discrepancy Report. This cutting-edge feature is designed to simplify the detection of discrepancies between filed tax returns and income data reported to the IRS by third parties. This will empower tax professionals to prevent audits while delivering exceptional service to their clients proactively.

Software NEWS: -- Cloudvirga, a Stewart-owned provider of digital point-of-sale platforms for lenders, today announced the launch of Tropos, a next-generation borrower portal that will empower lenders to deliver personalized, intuitive digital experiences from initial application through clear-to-close. Designed with the flexibility to support a variety of consumer lending products, Tropos enhances Cloudvirga's POS ecosystem with a modular, customer-first solution that helps lenders drive engagement, reduce time to close and establish lasting borrower relationships.

Software NEWS: -- HitPaw, the innovative platform for creative video tools, has officially launched its global Cat Tax photo event - perfect for feline lovers everywhere. From April 10 through May 7, 2025, cat lovers are invited to share their most adorable cat photos to win exciting prizes, including a DJI Pocket Camera.

Publishing NEWS: -- "The Fairy God Doctor's Guide to a Good Life: A Prescription for the Working Woman" (ISBN: 978-1964377612 [paperback]; 978-1964377636 [ebook]; 978-1964377629 [hardcover]) will be emerging this April as the definitive guide for women seeking to redefine success while avoiding burnout in today's demanding world, Legacy Launch Pad Publishing announced today.

Software NEWS: -- PDFgear, a leading innovator in PDF solutions, launched a groundbreaking set of browser-based PDF tools designed for exceptional privacy and speed. The tools enable users to make changes to PDFs locally in browsers without uploading data to external servers. This launch redefines online PDF manipulation by protecting user privacy while maintaining high performance.