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Associated Press
06-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Homeland Credit Union Goes Live with MDT to Enhance Efficiencies and the Member Experience
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 6, 2025-- MDT , a CUSO that helps credit unions navigate complex financial technology ecosystems, today announced that Homeland Credit Union has successfully launched a long term partnership with MDT. This shift enables the credit union to provide leading digital-first capabilities, create new efficiencies and more effectively leverage data. Homeland Credit Union has provided financial services to generations of families and communities across South Central Ohio since 1932. As the financial landscape evolves, the credit union was looking to replace its aging core system with a more modern, robust platform to streamline processes and deliver a broader range of digital-first solutions to meet members' everyday needs. MDT stood out because of its collaborative approach to digital initiatives, deep industry expertise and unwavering commitment to member service. 'To stay ahead in today's era of rapid innovation and growing competition, we knew we needed a more sophisticated platform that could meet our members where they are. MDT has been a trusted partner throughout this process, providing comprehensive training and resources to ensure the transition was as seamless as possible.' said Shayne Poe, CEO of Homeland Credit Union. 'With MDT, we are gaining more than a core system; we now have strong technical expertise and support we can rely on. Our members have always been our top priority, and MDT is empowering us to best support them now and into the future.' MDT is hosting the Symitar® core platform for the credit union, enabling seamless integration with Jack Henry Digital (Banno) to deliver a modern, intuitive member experience. The partnership goes beyond the core, empowering the credit union with advanced tools for data insights and business intelligence, providing a strong foundation for scalable growth and ongoing innovation. 'We are proud to partner with Homeland Credit Union, supporting their deep dedication to excellence in member service and helping them thrive in the fast-evolving digital landscape,' said Gary Lee, Chief Client Officer at MDT. 'With MDT, the credit union can provide a more modern, comprehensive member experience while also boosting operational efficiencies. By investing in technology and strategies for the future, Homeland is well positioned to compete, grow and remain the institution of choice for their members.' About MDT MDT helps credit unions navigate complex financial technology ecosystems, ensuring they remain institutions of choice for members. In addition to hosting the Symitar core processing system from Jack Henry™, MDT provides credit unions with the tools and technology needed to compete and grow. Committed to partnership, security, and compliance, MDT takes a collaborative approach to service—leveraging deep industry expertise to understand each institution's unique needs and foster long-term success. MDT supports over 100 credit unions with cloud-based solutions, expert consulting, and digital transformation strategies. With MDT, credit unions across the country can more effectively implement technology, boost efficiencies, and enhance member service. Visit or follow @memberdriven for more information. View source version on CONTACT: Media Contact Amber Bush [email protected] KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA MICHIGAN INDUSTRY KEYWORD: DATA ANALYTICS FINANCE BANKING DATA MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TECHNOLOGY FINTECH DIGITAL CASH MANAGEMENT/DIGITAL ASSETS SOURCE: Member Driven Technologies Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 05/06/2025 08:07 AM/DISC: 05/06/2025 08:06 AM
Business Wire
06-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Homeland Credit Union Goes Live with MDT to Enhance Efficiencies and the Member Experience
BUSINESS WIRE)-- MDT, a CUSO that helps credit unions navigate complex financial technology ecosystems, today announced that Homeland Credit Union has successfully launched a long term partnership with MDT. This shift enables the credit union to provide leading digital-first capabilities, create new efficiencies and more effectively leverage data. Homeland Credit Union has provided financial services to generations of families and communities across South Central Ohio since 1932. As the financial landscape evolves, the credit union was looking to replace its aging core system with a more modern, robust platform to streamline processes and deliver a broader range of digital-first solutions to meet members' everyday needs. MDT stood out because of its collaborative approach to digital initiatives, deep industry expertise and unwavering commitment to member service. 'To stay ahead in today's era of rapid innovation and growing competition, we knew we needed a more sophisticated platform that could meet our members where they are. MDT has been a trusted partner throughout this process, providing comprehensive training and resources to ensure the transition was as seamless as possible." said Shayne Poe, CEO of Homeland Credit Union. "With MDT, we are gaining more than a core system; we now have strong technical expertise and support we can rely on. Our members have always been our top priority, and MDT is empowering us to best support them now and into the future." MDT is hosting the Symitar® core platform for the credit union, enabling seamless integration with Jack Henry Digital (Banno) to deliver a modern, intuitive member experience. The partnership goes beyond the core, empowering the credit union with advanced tools for data insights and business intelligence, providing a strong foundation for scalable growth and ongoing innovation. "We are proud to partner with Homeland Credit Union, supporting their deep dedication to excellence in member service and helping them thrive in the fast-evolving digital landscape," said Gary Lee, Chief Client Officer at MDT. "With MDT, the credit union can provide a more modern, comprehensive member experience while also boosting operational efficiencies. By investing in technology and strategies for the future, Homeland is well positioned to compete, grow and remain the institution of choice for their members.' About MDT MDT helps credit unions navigate complex financial technology ecosystems, ensuring they remain institutions of choice for members. In addition to hosting the Symitar core processing system from Jack Henry™, MDT provides credit unions with the tools and technology needed to compete and grow. Committed to partnership, security, and compliance, MDT takes a collaborative approach to service—leveraging deep industry expertise to understand each institution's unique needs and foster long-term success. MDT supports over 100 credit unions with cloud-based solutions, expert consulting, and digital transformation strategies. With MDT, credit unions across the country can more effectively implement technology, boost efficiencies, and enhance member service. Visit or follow @memberdriven for more information.
Yahoo
02-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Diverse Erie impact study shows BIPOC community investments yield benefits
An economic impact study on Diverse Erie recently found that in its first three years of supporting Erie's BIPOC community, $3.5 million in investments totaled $5.7 million in revenue. The external study was conducted by Parker Strategy Group. St. Martin Center offering free budget, home buying classes They found that investments have sustained 32 jobs, generating more than $193,000 in local and state tax revenue. That means for every $1 invested, about $1.63 has been returned. Rise like the phoenix — New transition house opens in Erie 'We're the only commission in the country that is taking arpa money, American Rescue Plan dollars, to invest in businesses of color so that we can continue to grow the economy locally, statewide, and nationally. Our model is one that is really setting the tone for the rest of the country,' said Gary Lee, chief administrative officer of Diverse Erie. Lee said they expect the businesses they've invested in to continue to grow, adding even more jobs to the workforce. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Associated Press
05-03-2025
- Associated Press
Aiarty Unveils Aiarty Image Enhancer 3.3 with HEIC Support and Efficiency Boosting for AI Image Enhancement
Aiarty Image Enhancer 3.3 adds HEIC support for AI-based upscaling, enhancement, and restoring, plus optimized noise reduction. 'With this update, we're empowering Apple users to harness the full potential of iPhone photos—whether they're restoring old memories, upscaling social media content, or preparing images for print.' — Gary Lee, Development Director at Aiarty CHENGDU, SICHUAN, CHINA, March 5, 2025 / / -- Aiarty, a leading innovator in AI-powered image processing solutions, released Aiarty Image Enhancer V3.3 for both Windows and macOS. This update introduces native support for HEIC input format, allowing more users to enhance and upscale HEIC photos from Apple devices, alongside performance optimizations and critical bug fixes. Aiarty Image Enhancer leverages advanced deep learning algorithms to upscale low-resolution images, reduce noise, and restore details while preserving authenticity. Trusted by photographers, designers, and content creators, the tool transforms grainy or pixelated images into high-quality visuals suitable for professional prints, digital media, and archival purposes. Its one-click enhancement and batch-processing capabilities have made it a staple for users seeking efficiency without compromising quality. With the V3.3 update, Aiarty takes another leap forward by adding HEIC format support, a much-anticipated feature, especially for Apple users. The standout feature of version 3.3 is its newfound compatibility with HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container), the default image format for iPhones and iPads since iOS 11 and macOS High Sierra in 2017. HEIC files offer 50% smaller file sizes than JPEGs with equal or superior quality, along with support for Live Photos, transparency layers, depth maps, and rich metadata. However, their limited compatibility outside Apple's ecosystem has forced users to convert HEIC files to JPEG before editing—a tedious step that is now eliminated with Aiarty's update. For iPhone photographers, this means: • Seamless Workflow: Directly enhance HEIC images taken in portrait mode (with depth data) or Live Photos without format conversion. • Metadata Preservation: Retain EXIF data, HDR information, and color profiles critical for professional editing. • Storage Efficiency: Edit high-quality HEIC files directly, avoiding bloated JPEG conversions. 'HEIC's efficiency is unmatched, but its ecosystem limitations have long frustrated creatives,' said Gary Lee, Development Director at Aiarty. 'With this update, we're empowering Apple users to harness the full potential of their iPhone photos—whether they're restoring old memories, upscaling social media content, or preparing images for print.' Beyond HEIC, the software supports a wide range of input formats, including JPG, PNG, TIF, BMP, AVIF, and various RAW formats such as DNG, CR2/CR3, NEF, RAF, and RW2, used by Canon, Nikon, Sony, and Panasonic cameras. All these images can be processed and exported in 8-bit or 16-bit PNG or JPG, ensuring flexibility for different use cases and professional workflows. Performance Upgrades and Fixes for an Even Better Experience Beyond HEIC support, Aiarty Image Enhancer V3.3 introduces several performance optimizations and bug fixes to elevate user experience: • Enhanced Noise Reduction: In V3.3, Aiarty has optimized its intelligent noise reduction algorithm during the super resolution process. Improved AI algorithms deliver cleaner results during upscaling, particularly in low-light or high-ISO images. • Faster Processing: A revamped multi-threaded engine accelerates preprocessing, cutting wait times for batch users are enhancing a single image or batch-processing multiple files, they will experience quicker loading times and smoother performance, especially on high-resolution images. • Bug Fixes: Resolved issues include corrected DPI metadata handling for PNGs (crucial for print sizing) and stability fixes for Mac models prone to loading failures. Availability and Compatibility Aiarty Image Enhancer 3.3 is available now for Windows 10/11 and macOS 10.15 or later. Existing users can update via the in-app prompt, while new users may download a free trial or purchase licenses: About Aiarty Aiarty is Digiarty Software's flagship AI brand, dedicated to creating accessible, cutting-edge AI tools for image enhancement, upscaling, background removal, image matting, and so on, supporting users in elevating their digital projects. About Digiarty Software For over 18 years, Digiarty Software, creator of Aiarty, WinXDVD, and VideoProc, has been a leader in multimedia software, recognized for its commitment to quality, performance, and customer satisfaction. Digiarty's software suite—covering DVD backup, iPhone management, video transcoding, and editing—has reached over 256 million installations across 180 countries. For more information, please visit the official website: WANG LI Digiarty Software +86 134 3847 4002 X Instagram YouTube TikTok Legal Disclaimer:
Yahoo
31-01-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
MDT Empowers Credit Unions to Remain Institutions of Choice in 2024
New clients and partners, expanded solutions and elevated business strategy propelled momentum and growth in 2024 FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., January 31, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MDT, a CUSO that helps credit unions navigate complex financial technology ecosystems, today reflected on a strong year of growth and innovation, including its expanded client and partner community, dynamic new offerings and the launch of its elevated go-forward business strategy, helping empower credit unions to grow and solidify their positions as institutions of choice. As credit unions face new technological advancements and evolving member expectations, MDT is committed to providing the solutions and guidance needed to help organizations thrive. As a result, 5 credit unions, such as Sovita Credit Union, partnered with MDT and 10 credit unions renewed their contracts last year. The CUSO also fortified its partner ecosystem, forming key relationships with Allure Security, Persona and more. This robust partner network supports the MDT mission to guide credit unions through the complexities of the fintech landscape, empowering them to embrace innovation with minimal risk. MDT successfully executed 210+ fintech integrations for its credit union community in 2024. The CUSO also launched the MDT Compass App by leveraging the Google Cloud Platform, allowing credit unions to stay informed and connected to MDT support anytime, anywhere. MDT remained dedicated to providing the digital-first solutions needed to support credit unions. With expert integration capabilities, the CUSO helped many institutions securely and seamlessly connect with their preferred fintech partners. MDT also offered consulting solutions to help more organizations seamlessly roll out projects and enhance the skill sets of credit union staff, like with United Bay Credit Union. As credit union needs evolved, new consulting solutions were launched, such as MDT's AI Bootcamp, a tailored framework that helps credit union clients establish a generative AI strategy and use cases within their organizations. MDT brought together hundreds of credit union leaders and business executives, hosting its 11th annual MDT E3 Conference in Southfield, Michigan last May and seventh annual CEO Forum in San Diego, California last August. The CUSO also announced that the MDT 2025 E3 Conference will be held at The Westin Book Cadillac in Downtown Detroit, unveiling the new theme of "Engage, Educate, and Elevate." "2024 was a year filled with notable wins and successes; we unveiled our elevated business strategy, launched the MDT Compass App, welcomed new credit unions to the community and gathered in person to collaborate and celebrate the credit union movement," said Gary Lee, Chief Client Officer at MDT. "We are proud to help credit unions navigate today's complex landscape with efficiencies and confidence, and we look forward to another year of working with credit unions to better support their members and grow." About MDT MDT helps credit unions navigate complex financial technology ecosystems, ensuring they remain institutions of choice for members. In addition to hosting the Symitar core processing system from Jack Henry™, MDT offers access to a wide range of solutions to run the institution, providing credit unions with the tools and solutions they need to compete and grow. Leading with a commitment to client service, security and compliance, MDT supports over 100 credit union clients with cloud-environment solutions, robust consulting solutions and solutions that enable effective digital transformation. With MDT, credit unions across the country are more effectively accessing and implementing technology, ultimately boosting efficiencies, enhancing member service and staying ahead of the curve. Visit or follow @memberdriven for more information. View source version on Contacts Amber Bushamber@
