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at 9:29 AM on Thursday, February 4th, 2021
Talladega College has selected Draganfly’s Vital Intelligence Smart Vital assessment platform, Vital Signs Assessment Stations and Social Distancing awareness technologies to be used campus-wide to detect potential symptoms of COVID-19.
Draganfly’s Vital Intelligence Smart Vital assessment platform along with the Safely Opening Schools™ protocol provides a quick, non-invasive (contactless) and anonymous measurement of an elevated body temperature and, with voluntary consent, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature and O2 saturation, all from a camera that takes seconds to capture.
The Social Distancing Awareness unit ensures compliance with social distancing guidelines.
Los Angeles, CA., Feb. 04, 2021 — Draganfly Inc. (OTCQB: DFLYF) (CSE: DFLY) (FSE: 3U8) (“Draganfly” or the “Company”), an award-winning, industry-leading drone solutions and systems developer, today announced that Talladega College has selected Draganfly’s Vital Intelligence Smart Vital assessment platform, Vital Signs Assessment Stations and Social Distancing awareness technologies to be used campus-wide to detect potential symptoms of COVID-19.
Draganfly’s Vital Intelligence Smart Vital assessment platform along with the Safely Opening Schools™ protocol provides a quick, non-invasive (contactless) and anonymous measurement of an elevated body temperature and, with voluntary consent, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature and O2 saturation, all from a camera that takes seconds to capture. The Social Distancing Awareness unit ensures compliance with social distancing guidelines.
Talladega College, Alabama’s first private historically black liberal arts college, has been known for academic excellence for over 153 years. Talladega recently constructed three new facilities and launched its first-ever graduate program. The institution has enjoyed record-high enrollment increases for three consecutive years. It is listed among the Princeton Review’s Best Colleges in the Southeast; US News & World Report’s best national liberal arts colleges, best HBCUs, and Top Performers on Social Mobility; and Kiplinger’s Best Value colleges and universities. Kiplinger named Talladega the second-best college in the nation for “low average graduating debt” in 2019. Talladega College has agreed to purchase and install 2 Smart Thermal and Vital Sign Assessment units and 1 Social Distancing Awareness units to be stationed across the campus and accessible by its staff, faculty and 1,300-plus students.
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at 8:29 AM on Wednesday, February 3rd, 2021
Entered into a channel partnership agreement with SensorSuite Inc. to deliver SensorSuite’s Artificial Intelligence Energy Cloud Ecosystem Platform to multi-unit residential building and non-BAS customers across Canada
SensorSuite’s E.C.E platform seamlessly monitors, controls and optimizes Electricity, Gas and Water assets.
Using AI algorithms, the Energy Cloud Ecosystem aggregates and co-ordinates Distributed Energy Resources to eliminate wastage and increase operational efficiency.
Toronto, Ontario–(February 3, 2021) – Universal PropTech Inc. (TSXV: UPI) (“UPI” or the “Company“) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a channel partnership agreement (“Agreement“) with SensorSuite Inc. (“SensorSuite“) to deliver SensorSuite’s Artificial Intelligence (“AI“) Energy Cloud Ecosystem (“E.C.E“) Platform to multi-unit residential building (“MURB”) and non-BAS customers across Canada.
“Universal PropTech is pleased to bring SensorSuite’s AI platform to our MURB customers and prospects,” stated Chris Hazelton, President and CEO of UPI. “The inclusion of Artificial Intelligence is another tool in our expanding Building Performance offering to improve our evidence-based approach, ongoing services revenues and sustain our Trusted Advisor status.”
SensorSuite’s E.C.E platform seamlessly monitors, controls and optimizes Electricity, Gas and Water assets. Using AI algorithms, the Energy Cloud Ecosystem aggregates and co-ordinates Distributed Energy Resources to eliminate wastage and increase operational efficiency.
SensorSuite has deployed their AI solution in over 157 MURBs in Canada generating 12 billion data points per year. The Energy Cloud Ecosystem can generate between 20% to 30% in energy efficiency for MURB owners and managers, in an ongoing service model.
VCI Controls, a UPI wholly owned subsidiary, has provided services to over 2000 buildings in over 40 years, and will assess opportunities to generate Building Performance revenues with past, current customers and new prospects.
Glen Spry, President and CEO of SensorSuite, “We are excited to have Universal PropTech actively drive sales in Canada. Having a 40-year controls company like VCI Controls, enables us to start to scale the success of our AI Energy Cloud Ecosystem Platform.”
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at 9:53 AM on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2021
TORONTO, ON / February 2, 2021 / AI/ML Innovations Inc. (CSE:AIML), a company focused on acquiring and furthering Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning technologies that address urgent societal needs, is pleased to introduce the following members of the Advisory Board for its subsidiary, Health Gauge:
Dr. Pierre Boulanger, P.Eng , PhD, University of Alberta
Dr. Boulanger is a Professor and Cisco Chair in Healthcare, at the University of Alberta. He holds a double appointment of Professor at the University of Alberta’s Department of Computing Science (where he is the Director of the Advanced Man-Machine Interface Laboratory) and the Department of Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging. He is also on the editorial board of two major academic journals and sits on several international academic committees.
Dr. Jacques Kpodonu, MD, FACC
Dr. Kpodonu is a triple US boarded cardiac and endovascular surgeon based at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and surgical faculty at Harvard Medical School. Additionally, he is a visionary clinician, medical scientist, and the lead author and editor of four medical textbooks as well as having regularly published work on topics including digital health, biomedical innovation, design of hybrid operating rooms and recently addressing health equity during the COVID19 pandemic.
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at 9:35 AM on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2021
Portage County Sheriff’s department has selected Draganfly’s Vital Intelligence Smart Vital assessment platform to be used to pre-screen inmates and detainees before bringing them into detention.
Draganfly’s Vital Intelligence technology Smart Vital assessment platform and telehealth app can automatically detect with voluntary consent, heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure body temperature, O2 saturation and more, all from a camera that takes seconds to attain the information.
Vital Intelligence Kiosk will pre-screen inmates and detainees before bringing them into their jail helping to ensure the health of their inmate and workforce population.
Los Angeles, CA, Feb. 02, 2021 – Draganfly Inc. (OTCQB: DFLYF) (CSE: DFLY) (FSE: 3U8) (“Draganfly” or the “Company”), an award-winning, industry-leading drone solutions and systems developer, today announced that Portage County Sheriff’s department has selected Draganfly’s Vital Intelligence Smart Vital assessment platform to be used to pre-screen inmates and detainees before bringing them into detention.
The Sheriff’s Office is the primary law enforcement agency for Portage County, Ohio. In addition to providing law enforcement services, the Sheriff’s Office also maintains the county jail and provides security for the county’s courts. The Portage County Jail was opened in May of 1995 as a 24-hour-full-service facility located in the Portage County Justice Center.
Draganfly’s Vital Intelligence technology Smart Vital assessment platform and telehealth app can automatically detect with voluntary consent, heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure body temperature, O2 saturation and more, all from a camera that takes seconds to attain the information.
The Vital Intelligence Kiosk will pre-screen inmates and detainees before bringing them into their jail helping to ensure the health of their inmate and workforce population.
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at 8:28 AM on Monday, February 1st, 2021
Entered into an exclusive master distributor agreement with Air Alpine Innovation Research Inc. to promote and market Air Sniper products.
UPI’s wholly-owned subsidiary, VCI Controls Inc. will exclusively distribute these products in Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada.
“We are excited to exclusively represent this Made-in-Canada success story of leading edge germicidal UVC and NASA-originated Photocatalytic Oxidation technology in Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada,” stated Chris Hazelton,
Toronto, Ontario–(February 1, 2021) – Universal PropTech Inc. (TSXV: UPI) (“UPI” or the “Company“) is pleased to announce that it has entered into an exclusive master distributor agreement (“Agreement“) with Air Alpine Innovation Research Inc. (“Air Sniper“) to promote and market Air Sniper products. UPI’s wholly-owned subsidiary, VCI Controls Inc. (“VCI“) will exclusively distribute these products in Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada.
“We are excited to exclusively represent this Made-in-Canada success story of leading edge germicidal UVC and NASA-originated Photocatalytic Oxidation technology in Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada,” stated Chris Hazelton, President and CEO of UPI. “We will aggressively pursue immediate opportunities in schools, campuses, government and commercial facilities and seniors’ homes.”
Stuart Henley, President of Air Sniper said, “Air Sniper is pleased to enter into a partnership with Universal PropTech, and to be able to utilize their 40-year presence and experience in Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada. With UPI’s existing and expanding client footprint, we expect to develop a strong partnership and see significant adoption as we work to push the Air Sniper product through sales funnels.”
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at 10:32 AM on Thursday, January 28th, 2021
Tim Daniels / Executive Chairman of AI/ML Innovations Inc. / (CSE:AIML / OTC:FIRZF) explains how the Toronto-based business is focusing on acquiring and furthering Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning technologies that can address urgent societal needs.
The firm’s key subsidiary, Health Gauge, is a leading digital health solutions provider that’s poised to disrupt the traditional healthcare industry by providing A.I. innovations and services that improve health outcomes, while at the same time reducing costs and stresses on the overburdened healthcare infrastructure.
AI/ML Highlights:
Recently showcased its proof-of-concept deployment in a study funded by The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
Health Gauge aims to penetrate the $245bn global digital health monitoring market by partnering with leading channel partners, health benefits providers, and end-users
Will do this via its proprietary combination of digital health monitoring devices, AI-based software, and cloud computing platform.
Take a seat and learn more about AI/ML and its ambitious vision for the future.
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at 9:22 AM on Thursday, January 28th, 2021
Barrett-Jackson Selects Draganfly to Utilize its Vital Intelligence Technology and Varigard Disinfectant Spraying Delivered by Drones at its March 2021 Auction
Announced Barrett-Jackson Auction Company (“Barrett-Jackson”) will implement Draganfly’s Safely Opening Sites protocol for its March 2021 collector car auction in Scottsdale, AZ.
Over the main auction days of Barrett-Jackson’s March event, Draganfly will provide its Vital Intelligence system kiosks, to provide employees with vital sign screening to help ensure a safer workplace environment and customer experience during the event.
Draganfly will also be providing spraying services using patented drone technology of the Varigard one-of-a-kind, revolutionary organic sanitizer that provides up to 24-hour of pathogen sequestration and kill-efficacy.
Los Angeles, CA., Jan. 28, 2021 — Draganfly Inc. (OTCQB: DFLYF) (CSE: DFLY) (FSE: 3U8) (“Draganfly” or the “Company”), an award-winning, industry-leading drone solutions and systems developer, today announced Barrett-Jackson Auction Company (“Barrett-Jackson”) will implement Draganfly’s Safely Opening Sites protocol for its March 2021 collector car auction in Scottsdale, AZ.
Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions ® , is the leader in collector car auctions and automotive lifestyle events.
Over the main auction days of Barrett-Jackson’s March event, Draganfly will provide its Vital Intelligence system kiosks, to provide employees with vital sign screening to help ensure a safer workplace environment and customer experience during the event. Draganfly will also be providing spraying services using patented drone technology of the Varigard one-of-a-kind, revolutionary organic sanitizer that provides up to 24-hour of pathogen sequestration and kill-efficacy.
Draganfly’s Vital Intelligence technology Smart Vital assessment platform and telehealth app can automatically detect with voluntary consent body temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure and O2 saturation, all from a camera that takes seconds to capture the information. The technology will be deployed via a kiosk and smartphones.
Draganfly’s propriety Varigard 24hr pathogen sequestration and kill sanitizing spray applied via patented drone technology has also successfully helped enable the 2021 College Basketball season to open amid the COVID-19 Pandemic.
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at 7:42 AM on Thursday, January 28th, 2021
Announced the Company has appointed Tamer Shafik, former Director of Solution Architecture at NTT DATA Corp of Japan (TYO:9613), as its Chief Technology Officer, effective February 8th.
Loop Insights CEO Rob Anson stated: “I am extremely proud that Tamer recognized the opportunity and had the confidence to make the decision to walk away from the comfort and security of his current role at a global leader in NTT Data. Tamer’s decision to join Loop as our CTO truly speaks volumes about where we are headed as a company. Having an established and proven world-class talent capable of driving our technology at a truly global commercialized scale gives me incredible confidence.”
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 28, 2021 — Loop Insights Inc. (MTRX:TSXV OTCQB:RACMF) (the “Company” or “Loop”), a provider of contactless solutions and artificial intelligence (“AI”) to drive real-time insights, enhanced customer engagement, and automated contact tracing to the brick and mortar space, is pleased to announce the Company has appointed Tamer Shafik, former Director of Solution Architecture at NTT DATA Corp of Japan (TYO:9613), as its Chief Technology Officer, effective February 8th.
Loop Insights CEO Rob Anson stated: “I am extremely proud that Tamer recognized the opportunity and had the confidence to make the decision to walk away from the comfort and security of his current role at a global leader in NTT Data. Tamer’s decision to join Loop as our CTO truly speaks volumes about where we are headed as a company. Having an established and proven world-class talent capable of driving our technology at a truly global commercialized scale gives me incredible confidence.”
Shafik Joins Loop Insights From NTT Data As a Result of a Flourishing Partnership Between the Two Companies
On December 17th, Loop Insights first announced a partnership with NTT DATA Corp of Japan (TYO:9613) with the goal of creating new recurring revenue streams for both companies, including the integration of Loop’s automated marketing capabilities with NTT Data’s NTT Smart Platform. The partnership between Loop and NTT Data has been beneficial for both parties and led directly to Shafik’s decision to join Loop Insights.
Most recently, Shafik spent 3 years as the Director of Solution Architecture at NTT Data, the world’s eighth-largest software company with a market cap of over US$20-billion, where he excelled as a digital transformation expert.
Shafik brings over 20 years of experience working in IT and eCommerce to the Loop Insights team, including 5 years spent working with leading Canadian multinational information technology consulting and systems integration company, CGI. As a digital transformation expert, Shafik has been instrumental in leading a number of established clients to update their digital infrastructure to keep pace with modern technology.
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at 10:31 AM on Wednesday, January 27th, 2021
Agreed to increase the size of the Placement.
The Company will now issue up to 14,706,000 units from the treasury of the Company, at a price of $0.85 per Unit for total gross proceeds of up to approximately $12.5 million (the “ Placement ”).
TORONTO, Jan. 27, 2021 — POET Technologies Inc. (“ POET ” or the “ Company ”) (TSX Venture: PTK; OTCQX: POETF), the designer and developer of the POET Optical Interposer™ and Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs) for the data center and tele-communication markets, is pleased to announce that in connection with the private placement (the “ Placement ”) announced by the Company earlier today, the Company and a syndicate of agents led by Cormark Securities Inc., and including IBK Capital Corp. and PI Financial Corp. (collectively, the “ Agents ”), have agreed to increase the size of the Placement. The Company will now issue up to 14,706,000 units (the “ Units ”) from the treasury of the Company, at a price of $0.85 per Unit (the “ Issue Price ”) for total gross proceeds of up to approximately $12.5 million (the “ Placement ”).
In addition, the Company and the Agents have also agreed that the Agents shall have an option (the “ Agents’ Option ”) to purchase up to an additional 2,941,200 Units on the same terms, exercisable up until the time of closing of the Placement, for market stabilization purposes and to cover over-allotments, if any. If the Agents’ Option is exercised in full, an additional approximately $2.5 million will be raised and the aggregate proceeds of the Placement will be up to approximately $15.0 million.
In connection with the Placement, the Company will pay a cash commission to the Agents equal to 6.0% of the aggregate gross proceeds of the Placement and will issue broker warrants equal to 6.0% of the number of Units sold under the Placement, each exercisable to acquire one Common Share at the Issue Price for a period of 24 months from the closing date of the Placement.
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at 8:20 AM on Wednesday, January 27th, 2021
Entered into a partnership with AtmosAir Solutions of Fairfield CT. to bring its products to market in Canada, including the company’s bi-polar ionization technology that mitigates COVID-19 and other viruses, bacteria and mold in the air and on surfaces.
UPI’s wholly-owned subsidiary, VCI Controls Inc. will promote, market, and sell AtmosAir products in Ontario and Quebec.
Toronto, Ontario–(January 27, 2021) – Universal PropTech Inc. (TSXV: UPI) (“UPI” or the “Company“) announced today that is has entered into a partnership with AtmosAir Solutions of Fairfield CT. to bring its products to market in Canada, including the company’s bi-polar ionization technology that mitigates COVID-19 and other viruses, bacteria and mold in the air and on surfaces. UPI’s wholly-owned subsidiary, VCI Controls Inc. (“VCI”) will promote, market, and sell AtmosAir products in Ontario and Quebec.
“Our team is very excited to be taking this important step in our business plan with a reputable company such as AtmosAir,” said Chris Hazelton, President and CEO of UPI. “Their impressive client base is a testament to the quality of their solutions, and it is time such great technology was made readily available to our clients – existing and future. UPI is committed to seeking out the best-in-class technology solutions for our clients to fight the spread of COVID-19 whether by way of ownership, investment, licencing or master distribution arrangements. We are excited and committed to aggressively pursue schools, universities and colleges, long term care facilities and other governmental facilities to deliver results with our 40-year proven integrated HVAC and Building Controls company.”
Carlos Gendron, VP of Sales and Marketing at AtmosAir said, “Our current distribution has reached over 7,500 installations worldwide, mainly focused on United States and China. The quality of our products is evident from our roster of clients, which include marquee names involved in commercial real estate, health care, hospitals, assisted living, hotels, cruise lines, universities and sports facilities. We are pleased to work with the UPI team as we make our debut into Ontario and Quebec. VCI’s experience and long-standing track record is impressive and we look forward to showcasing our innovation in Canada with a credible partner such as UPI.”
AtmosAir products provide indoor air quality solutions that suppress airborne and surface microbials and pathogens, including coronavirus, other viruses, bacteria and mold, and reduce odors as well as unhealthy and irritating volatile organic compounds (VOCs). AtmosAir Solutions’ tested and proven air purification technology is a continuous disinfectant, removing airborne and surface contaminants from indoor spaces.
