Author: Ethan Lewis

United States, 20th Feb 2026 – As artificial intelligence reshapes nearly every corner of modern business, one profession stands at a critical crossroads: project management. In AI Advantage for Project Managers, technology executive and AI practitioner Steven Corey delivers a timely, practical, and deeply grounded guide for professionals navigating this transformation, not as spectators, but as leaders. Unlike books that speculate about a distant future, AI Advantage for Project Managers is rooted in the reality that project leaders face today. AI is already embedded in planning, scheduling, forecasting, reporting, and risk management. The question is no longer whether AI belongs in project management, but how to use it responsibly, strategically, and effectively. Steven’s book answers t...

United States, 20th Feb 2026 – In an era defined by burnout, fragmentation, and surface-level self-help, Clive Grant’s new book, Self-Improvement: Mind, Body, and Soul, arrives as a grounded and deeply human guide to lasting personal transformation. More than a motivational read, the book offers a practical and spiritually anchored framework for individuals seeking balance, clarity, and purpose in their lives. Drawing from over two decades of experience in fitness, wellness advocacy, and personal development, Clive challenges the modern tendency to treat mental health, physical wellness, and spirituality as separate pursuits. Instead, he presents a unified philosophy rooted in alignment. True growth, Grant argues, only occurs when the mind is clear, the body is nourished, and the soul is ...

Energy-autonomous radio mesh network enables secure communication and digitl transactions independent of public grids — with infrastructure deployment and public token funding now live. Rising Blackouts Highlight Infrastructure Fragility Zug, Switzerland, 19th February 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, Recent large-scale power outages and internet disruptions across Europe, North America, Africa, and the Middle East have highlighted the structural fragility of centralized communication and financial infrastructure. From grid failures to government-imposed network shutdowns, millions of people have experienced sudden loss of connectivity and access to digital services.   In response to these systemic vulnerabilities, HydraMeshnet has introduced a commercially available off-grid radio mesh system designed ...

Dubai, UAE, February 19th, 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, The MENA region today represents one of the world’s most digitally dynamic regions. Several GCC markets report smartphone penetration rates above 90%, while governments are deploying multi-billion-dollar investments to accelerate national digital transformation programs, including Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, which prioritizes a diversified, technology-enabled economy, and the UAE’s Digital Economy Strategy, aimed at increasing the digital economy’s contribution to GDP. (Source) As fintech, e-commerce, logistics, and super apps scale at record speed, communication has become a mission-critical infrastructure. Customer acquisition, authentication, payments, notifications, and support now rely on real-time, compliant, and highly secure messaging ...

Doha, Qatar, 19th February 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, Qirtas App, a dual-interface digital platform headquartered in Istanbul and Malmo, announced its mission to bridge the global gap in Arabic literature accessibility following its successful showcase in the Alpha Startup category at Web Summit Qatar. By integrating cutting-edge AI production tools with a seamless streaming interface, Qirtas is providing the technical infrastructure needed to digitize the fragmented $4 billion Arab publishing market. Despite a global population of 430 million Arabic speakers, the publishing industry has long been hampered by prohibitive shipping costs, high piracy rates, and a lack of digital infrastructure. Qirtas App addresses these systemic barriers through a twofold solution: a freemium streaming platform fo...

The BTCD Foundation has announced the upcoming deployment of its proprietary Layer 1 blockchain infrastructure. This development marks the introduction of a new technical framework designed to support decentralized applications and secure digital transactions. The Foundation has confirmed that the Public Testnet is scheduled to open for user participation on February 15, 2026. Technical Architecture and Infrastructure The BTCD platform is engineered as an independent Layer 1 blockchain, distinct from token-based projects that rely on existing third-party networks. The core infrastructure utilizes a hybrid consensus mechanism combining Directed Acyclic Graph (DAG) and Proof of Stake (PoS) protocols. This architectural design is intended to address common scalability challenges in blockchain...

The BTCD Foundation has announced the upcoming deployment of its proprietary Layer 1 blockchain infrastructure. This development marks the introduction of a new technical framework designed to support decentralized applications and secure digital transactions. The Foundation has confirmed that the Public Testnet is scheduled to open for user participation on February 15, 2026. Technical Architecture and Infrastructure The BTCD platform is engineered as an independent Layer 1 blockchain, distinct from token-based projects that rely on existing third-party networks. The core infrastructure utilizes a hybrid consensus mechanism combining Directed Acyclic Graph (DAG) and Proof of Stake (PoS) protocols. This architectural design is intended to address common scalability challenges in blockchain...

Torch, LLC has launched its TRCH utility token alongside staking and on-chain referral features within the Torch-RWA platform. The release introduces user access tools and incentive mechanisms designed to support ecosystem participation while maintaining a compliance-focused framework and clear distinction between utility token functions and future regulated real-world asset offerings. Ethereum-based token goes live alongside user portal, supporting participation in Torch’s real-world asset tokenization ecosystem. Atlanta, GA 30338, Georgia, United States, 19th Feb 2026 – Torch, LLC (“Torch”) today announced the official launch of its native utility token, TRCH, and the activation of the staking and referral rewards programs. TRCH is designed to support platform access, fee functionality,...

Kush Soda and Kiefez announce their official sponsorship of the THANTAWAN Festival and Chiang High Green Zone, bringing together music and culture in Chiang Mai. Bankok, Bangkok 10110, Thailand, 19th Feb 2026 — The THANTAWAN Music and Lifestyle Festival will return February 20–22, 2026, at Pangfan Rock N River in Doi Saket District, offering three days of music, art, camping, and cultural programming in Northern Thailand. Following its inaugural edition, the 2026 festival will introduce the Chiang High Green Zone, supported by Kush Soda and Kiefez. The dedicated area will focus on cannabis industry dialogue, education, and community engagement within the broader festival setting. Festival Overview Under the theme “The Groovy Bloom,” THANTAWAN Festival continues to expand its programming a...

Nicosia, Cyprus, 19th Feb 2026 – Cyprus IVF Centre highlights the growing trend of single women embracing motherhood through in‑vitro fertilisation (IVF), reflecting a shift in modern family planning. The Centre reports a steady increase in single patients seeking fertility treatments, demonstrating how advances in reproductive technology empower women to take control of their parenthood journey. Cyprus IVF Centre highlighted that growing awareness of available fertility options is giving more women the confidence to pursue motherhood independently. IVF provides not just a medical solution, but a pathway for women to define and achieve their family goals on their own terms. Advances in fertility science, combined with evolving social norms, have made it possible for single women to become ...