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Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Evolv and Valor Celebrate Existing Partnership in Payment Innovation
NEWBURGH, Ind., May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Evolv, a leading provider of advanced payment acceptance solutions, is proud to spotlight its ongoing partnership with Valor PayTech, a premier point-of-sale (POS) technology provider. Since forming their strategic alliance in September 2021, the companies have collaborated to deliver powerful, customized payment solutions under the brand name EvolvPay, empowering merchants with seamless, cutting-edge technology. Founded in 1998, Evolv has built a reputation for helping merchants increase sales, reduce costs, and mitigate risk. Through its extensive network of banks, associations, and sales offices, Evolv delivers comprehensive payment products—including point-of-sale systems, gateways, and terminals. In 2017, Evolv further expanded its value proposition by investing in VIV, a digital marketing agency, allowing the company to offer integrated web development, social media management, and advertising services. Valor PayTech, a trailblazer in POS technology, brings global expertise with more than $2 billion in processed transactions, over 110 shopping cart integrations, and more than 250,000 connected devices worldwide. Known for tailoring their solutions to each processor's requirements, Valor provides merchants with flexible and forward-thinking payment technologies that evolve with industry trends. "Valor has been more than just a technology partner—they've been a vital contributor to our growth," said Allan Noe, CEO & President at Evolv. "By sponsoring our annual sales summit as a Platinum Partner for the past several years, they've not only supported our team but also deepened our understanding of their platform. This collaboration allows us to offer a fully branded, customized solution—EvolvPay—tailored specifically to the needs of our merchant clients." Eric Bernstein, CEO of Valor PayTech, added: "Evolv represents everything we value in a partner—customer-focused, growth-minded, and fearless when it comes to innovation. Working together, we've been able to bring a truly customized and scalable solution to market, and it's exciting to see how EvolvPay continues to raise the bar for what's possible in payment technology." Through shared innovation and mutual commitment to excellence, the Evolv–Valor partnership continues to redefine what's possible in the payment landscape. Together, the companies are delivering superior technology, exceptional service, and unmatched value to partners and merchants alike. For more information about Evolv, visit: more information about Valor PayTech, visit: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Evolv Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
UnitedHealth downgraded, Home Depot upgraded: Wall Street's top analyst calls
The most talked about and market moving research calls around Wall Street are now in one place. Here are today's research calls that investors need to know, as compiled by The Fly. Top Upgrades: Stifel upgraded Home Depot (HD) to Buy from Hold with a price target of $425, up from $405, following the Q1 report. The firm is surprised the shares didn't rally post earnings, with accelerating comparable sales through fiscal Q1 "the key positive takeaway," with April U.S. comparable sales up nearly 2.5%. BofA upgraded AutoZone (AZO) to Buy from Neutral with a price target of $4,800, up from $3,900, to reflect increasing confidence in the company's recession resilient history, ongoing share gains, potential inflation benefit from price increases, potentially more favorable dynamics in used versus new car sales and continued tailwinds from maturing commercial programs. HSBC upgraded Bilibili (BILI) to Buy from Hold with a price target of $22.50, up from $21.50. The firm has turned more constructive on the soon to launch S8 at the end of May, which it says contains major updates to game play, maps and characters as the game celebrates its one-year anniversary. Deutsche Bank upgraded Acadia Pharmaceuticals (ACAD) to Buy from Hold with a price target of $35, up from $20. The firm now sees an attractive setup ahead of the Phase 3 data in Prader Willi syndrome in early Q4. Northland upgraded Evolv (EVLV) to Outperform from Market Perform with a $7.50 price target after Evolv held its first earnings call with its new CEO and CFO following the company's restatements. Top Downgrades: HSBC downgraded UnitedHealth (UNH) to Reduce from Hold with a price target of $270, down from $490. The company's CEO change, the pulled 2025 guidance, and alleged Medicare fraud have resulted in its market cap halving since the Q1 results, the firm tells investors in a research note. Scotiabank downgraded Myriad Genetics (MYGN) to Sector Perform from Outperform with a price target of $6, down from $20. While the firm continues to believe there is opportunity for Myriad to execute against its Oncology and Women's Health business ambitions over the next several years, 2025 is likely to be "a transitional year," the firm tells investors in a research note. More bearish on the stock, Compass Point downgraded PennantPark (PNNT) to Sell from Neutral with a price target of $5.75, down from $6. RBC Capital downgraded CAE (CAE) to Sector Perform from Outperform with a price target of C$38, down from C$41. The shares trade the most expensive in the sector, making the solid long-term trends in pilot training and defense spending appropriately reflected at current levels, the firm tells investors in a research note. Top Initiations: Deutsche Bank resumed coverage of Intel (INTC) with a Hold rating and $23 price target. The firm has confidence in new CEO Lip-Bu Tan's ability to formulate a transformation strategy that can reaccelerate "profitable and sustainable growth," but says the execution of this strategy and eventual achievement "will likely be challenging and time consuming." Jefferies initiated coverage of SelectQuote (SLQT) with a Hold rating and $2.75 price target. The firm says SelectRx's strategic redirect to even higher acuity members, the recent Department of Justice lawsuit, "suboptimal" cash conversion, and a "complicated balance sheet" keep it on the sidelines. Stifel initiated coverage of Atlas Energy (AESI) with a Buy rating and $15 price target. The firm says its positive view is based on the company's "high-quality, low cost" mines, low-cost delivery system, including its proprietary Dune Express, and growth opportunities provided by Atlas Energy's recently acquired power generation business Moser. Oppenheimer initiated coverage of Tvardi Therapeutics (TVRD) with an Outperform rating and $65 price target. The firm sees an "underappreciated opportunity" for the company's lead asset TTI-101, a first-in-class STAT3 inhibitor, in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and hepatocellular carcinoma. William Blair initiated coverage of Lifecore (LFCR) with an Outperform rating. Minimum volume commitments from Alcon (ALC) represent "a solid foundation for Lifecore's achievable midterm revenue guide," says the firm, which projects revenue will grow at an 11.6% compound annual rate from FY25 to FY28, consistent with Lifecore's guidance.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Yahoo
Student arrested after loaded gun found in backpack at Whites Creek High School
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — For the third time in a two-week span, a weapons detection system has led to the discovery of another loaded gun at a Nashville school. The Metro Nashville Police Department said the Evolv detection system at Whites Creek High School alerted staff to check a student's backpack as he entered the school Thursday morning. Loaded gun found at Maplewood High School during security check Inside the 16-year-old's backpack, staff reportedly found a loaded handgun with an extended magazine and the serial number scratched off. According to authorities, the 16-year-old was arrested and charged at Juvenile Court with bringing a weapon onto school property and unlawful gun possession. Thursday morning's incident marks the third arrest involving Evolv detection system alerting staff to guns being brought to Metro Nashville Public Schools. Gun found at Antioch High School during security screening Earlier this week, a 17-year-old senior student was arrested after the weapon detection system at Maplewood High School prompted staff to check his backpack, where a loaded semi-automatic pistol was found. Additionally, a 18-year-old senior was arrested last week after a stolen, loaded handgun was found in his bookbag as he went through the Evolv detection system at Antioch High School. The student reportedly told police that he 'brings the gun to his after-school job for protection and forgot to remove it from his backpack.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Business Mayor
09-05-2025
- Business
- Business Mayor
Rahway schools deploy Evolv AI security tech
Rahway Public Schools in New Jersey, USA has implemented Evolv Technology's AI-powered screening systems to enhance on-site security across its facilities. The district has deployed Evolv Express and Evolv eXpedite at gymnasium and performing arts entrances to support real-time threat detection without requiring students to remove items from their bags during entry. Evolv Technologies, which supplies the systems, focuses on security screening using artificial intelligence and data analytics. The company's tools are used in schools, healthcare, and public venues. The eXpedite platform, introduced in late 2024, works in conjunction with Evolv Express to help automate screening procedures while minimizing disruption at school entry points. Rahway is the first district in New Jersey to implement the combined Evolv setup. Administrators say the decision was based on balancing detection capabilities with the need to maintain a smooth and welcoming entry process. Dr. Shoieb, Superintendent of Rahway Public Schools, says: 'Our top priority is the safety and well-being of our staff, students, and families. With Evolv, we are able to screen students efficiently without compromising their sense of security or disrupting their day. We're proud to be the first school district in New Jersey to implement the eXpedite solution in combination with Express to help detect threats without putting an excess burden on our staff.' Dean Marcantonio, Director of Safety and Security for the district, adds: 'The integration of Evolv's systems is a game-changer for how we think about securing our schools.' The company has continued to expand its footprint in the K–12 sector as part of a broader push into public institutions. Evolv says the tools are designed to streamline entrance operations while supporting safer school environments. John Kedzierski, President and Chief Executive Officer of Evolv Technology, says: 'We are honored to support Rahway Public Schools in their commitment to student safety. Since Evolv eXpedite's launch in September 2024, we have seen momentum among customers who have begun to add the system into their layered safety plan. Rahway is setting the standard for how schools can use innovative technology to provide an efficient and welcoming environment for learning.'
Business Wire
08-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Rahway Public Schools Deploys Evolv Technology to Enhance Student Safety
WALTHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EVLV), a leading security technology company pioneering AI-based solutions designed to create safer experiences, today announced its partnership with Rahway Public Schools in Rahway, NJ. The district recently installed Evolv Express ® and Evolv eXpedite™ systems at its gymnasium and performing arts entrances, marking a significant step forward in school security. The combination of Express and eXpedite will allow students to be screened without having to take laptops out of their bags. 'The integration of Evolv's systems is a game-changer for how we think about securing our schools.' 'Our top priority is the safety and well-being of our staff, students, and families,' said Dr. Shoieb, Superintendent of Rahway Public Schools. 'With Evolv, we are able to screen students efficiently without compromising their sense of security or disrupting their day. We're proud to be the first school district in New Jersey to implement the eXpedite solution in combination with Express to help detect threats without putting an excess burden on our staff.' 'This partnership reflects Rahway's proactive commitment to student safety,' said Dean Marcantonio, Director of Safety and Security for Rahway Public Schools. 'The integration of Evolv's systems is a game-changer for how we think about securing our schools.' 'We are honored to support Rahway Public Schools in their commitment to student safety,' said John Kedzierski, President and Chief Executive Officer of Evolv Technology. 'Since Evolv eXpedite's launch in September 2024, we have seen momentum among customers who have begun to add the system into their layered safety plan. Rahway is setting the standard for how schools can use innovative technology to provide an efficient and welcoming environment for learning.' With this deployment, Rahway Public Schools joins over 1,100 school buildings nationwide that are turning to Evolv's advanced security technology to help enhance safety while maintaining welcoming learning environments. Evolv remains committed to helping educational institutions protect their communities with solutions that are fast, intelligent, and efficient. About Evolv Technology Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc (NASDAQ: EVLV) is designed to transform human security to make a safer, faster, and better experience for the world's most iconic venues and companies as well as schools, hospitals, and public spaces, using industry leading artificial intelligence (AI)-powered screening and analytics. Its mission is to transform security to create a safer world to live, work, learn, and play. Evolv has digitally transformed the gateways in many places where people gather by enabling seamless integration combined with powerful analytics and insights. Evolv's advanced systems have scanned more than two billion people since 2019. Evolv has been awarded the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) SAFETY Act Designation as a Qualified Anti-Terrorism Technology (QATT) as well as the Security Industry Association (SIA) 2024 New Products and Solutions (NPS) Award in the Law Enforcement/Public Safety/Guarding Systems category, as well as Sport Business Journal's (SBJ) 2024 awards for 'Best In Fan Experience Technology' and 'Best In Sports Technology'. Evolv ®, Evolv Express ®, Evolv Insights ®, Evolv Visual Gun Detection™, Evolv eXpedite™, and Evolv Eva™ are registered trademarks or trademarks of Evolv Technologies, Inc. in the United States and other jurisdictions. For more information, visit Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. 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