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SoftBank Focuses On The Layout Of The Metaverse With AOS To Create A Brand-New Future
Recently, Softbank Ventures Asia publicly announced that it has begun to focus on Metaverse and invested in the AOS project. It will cooperate with AOS to connect and integrate more Metaverses in AI, NFT, robotics, and other fields, and carry the development of large-scale killer applications.
The enthusiastic investment in Metaverse has not subsided, but it has risen again. The technology giants have all entered the Metaverse. Facebook plans to fully transform into Metaverse before 2025, and will set up a product team to accelerate investment in VR/AR and the creator community; Bytedance, which has always believed in Striving for Miracles, merged Mutong Technology for 4 billion USD, and begin to lay out the Metaverse; Axie Infinity builds NFT games based on the Metaverse, subverting the traditional game mode and becoming a phenomenon-level game product; miHOYO, the developer of “Genshin Impact”, formed an AI scientist inverse entropy team, and self-developed Avatar Luming to explore the brain-computer interface. Through investment, miHOYO has successfully deployed the social Metaverse Soul; the Internet industry is renewing and iterating rapidly, and companies need to attach importance to meet unknown concepts and challenges or be left behind by the times.
In the Metaverse era, everything has virtual avatars. The concept of Metaverse seems to be still in the mist today, but the prelude to the new era has been opened, and it is closer than you think.
The popularization of the term Metaverse was cited from the novel Avalanche by American science fiction writer Neil Stephenson in 1992. In his book, he used the word Metaverse for the first time without foundation and described it as a parallel universe projected from the real world through technical means such as the Internet. However, anyone who has watched the movie “Ready Player One” by the great director Steven Spielberg should probably understand this concept. Like the “Oasis” in the movie, the company has created a realistic virtual world outside of the real world. Every player in the real world has another identity in the virtual world, establishes another social circle, and leads another life. Although the Metaverse is only a virtual world, its immersion is so vivid that you will think it is the real world and enjoy life in this new world.
AOS (Artificial Intelligence Operating System) is the first operating system developed by Canada Unicorn Park, based on the underlying blockchain technology to connect the Metaverse. By building a Metaverse bridge online, and using robots as an intelligent carrier offline to build an ecosystem between Metaverses and provide a new experience for integration with Metaverse and the real world.
Based on AOS, users could create an AI NFT that has autonomous consciousness and advanced self-learning capability; And it also gets influenced by the distributed personality database on the chain to build character, and gradually complete neural network-style self-learning and improvements. Most of all, the distributed character database is based on the “Book of Changes” and appropriately constructs the character of AI; users can inject their favorite characters, personalities, voices, etc., into their own AI NFT, and tame it to learn more skills. AOS encourages users to integrate more characters and personalities, combined with NFT to create different artistic values. The custom AI itself has NFT attributes. Users can customize the appearance of AI on the network, and can also authorize access to a third-party character customization system, such as specific character images and voices, and third-party NFT star voices and appearances, packaged in the form of NFT used for trading and collection.
AOS connects the first-generation physical carrier, the AI four-wheel driving robot Mars_1 with the Metaverse and the real world, creating a new user experience.
Mars_1 is a highly integrated artificial intelligence robot product. Its appearance is in the form of a four-legged driving robot dog. It adopts an original five-layer motion control technology and several technical indicators are in a leading position in the global industry. Mars_1 has integrated the Internet of Things, 5G, virtual reality/augmented reality, intelligent driving, swarm intelligence, and other technologies. Mars_1 will obey commands and gradually be closer to a dog and then become to a good assistant to humankind.
On the road to the Metaverse, AOS always hopes to leave a strong and colorful stroke in its own way. Connect the Metaverse through AI and map out the experience and lifestyle of the future. For the world that people dream of, high-intelligence AI coupled with linkage with robots will be an indispensable component of this era. As the aboriginal and basic units of the Metaverse, these virtual species based on AOS will continue to establish connections with us beyond human beings in the infinite space and time of the future, transcending the fetters of races.
Sun Zhengyi believes: “We are about to experience the biggest change in human history. AI will eventually replace human beings. This is not only reflected in knowledge but also in intelligence. This change will happen in this century, and then in the next 30 years, there is no doubt that our focus is on AI, intelligent robots, and the IOTs.” Based on this analysis and judgment, SoftBank has frequently carried out large-scale layouts in the fields of AI, intelligent robots, and IOTs. Start from all aspects to create a powerful robot empire. Today, SoftBank’s industries have completed the layout of the future of the new Internet field as Sun Zhengyi said in the past, and completed more than half of the investment of unicorn companies on a global scale, laying a foundation for the subsequent development of the IOTs in the world.
As a world-renowned “Animation Kingdom”, Japan has an irreplaceable influence in the global animation field. After half a century of development, the Japanese animation industry has formed an extremely large system, making Japan the world’s largest animation production and exporting country, and it also around animation IP to derive cultural and creative products, such as GK. With the development of smart technology, they also work hard in the direction of intelligence for GK. Headquartered in Japan, SoftBank has a unique geographical location and is deeply immersed in Japanese IP culture. This collaboration with AOS will further promote the combination of the GK industry and the AIindustry, and provide AOS with a steady stream of IP resources. Users’ favorite characters such as Luffy, Conan, Sailor Moon, Sakuragi Hanamichi, Inuyasha, etc., can inject their image and personality into AI to create your smart figure. Each AI figure is a unique individual, and different parameters also create different expressions and styles. At the same time, when users have more exchanges with AI, they will gradually become familiar with the user’s temper and preferences and adjust their apparent personality in real-time and dynamically making it infinitely close to the form that we want to see eventually.
The product made by a single company is not enough to be called a Metaverse but constitutes an ecological system. With the deep participation of users, if it is successful in collective efforts to build a more interoperable system, and it can be transformed into different layers, then it should be called a Metaverse. AOS is committed to becoming the link between the physical world and the virtual world, as a bridge between various Metaverses to connect the Metaverse and continue to build a new Metaverse ecology. This will be the top priority in the next stage of the development of the Internet after the mobile Internet.
What kind of world will mankind be in the future? SoftBank Asia and AOS have worked together because of the same concept for Metaverse and jointly created such a grand concept, standing at the forefront of the Metaverse economic tide, seizing opportunities, embracing the new future, and believing that with their win-win cooperation, they will give a perfect answer for the world.
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Houston’s #1 Rated Fire Protection Company Delivers BPAT-Certified Annual Testing and Compliance Certification for Commercial Properties Across Greater Houston
Houston, TX, United States, 23rd Jul 2026 — Spartan Fire Protection, Houston’s top-rated commercial fire protection company, is delivering comprehensive backflow preventer services in Houston, TX to commercial property owners, multi-family building managers, and residential communities across the Greater Houston metro. With BPAT-certified technicians and more than a decade of local service experience, the company provides annual backflow preventer testing, compliance certification, repair, and assembly installation, with direct submission of compliance reports to the City of Houston’s cross-connection control program on every completed job.
Texas state law and the City of Houston require all commercial and multi-family properties connected to the public water supply to have backflow prevention assemblies tested annually by a licensed BPAT technician. Backflow is the unintended reversal of water flow in a plumbing system, and when it occurs, it creates a direct pathway for contaminants from irrigation systems, fire suppression lines, and HVAC cooling towers to enter the public drinking water supply. The City’s cross-connection control program, administered through Houston Public Works, enforces strict annual certification requirements. Failure to meet renewal deadlines results in compliance notices from the water authority, and continued non-compliance can lead to water service interruption, putting both building operations and tenant safety at risk.
Spartan Fire Protection removes the administrative complexity from the compliance process entirely. After completing on-site testing, the company’s BPAT-certified technicians file all required documentation with the Houston cross-connection control program, eliminating the need for property managers to navigate submission portals or track renewal deadlines independently. Every property receives a copy of the filed compliance report for its records. The company coordinates directly with property managers to schedule visits that minimize disruption to business operations. For properties with devices that fail testing, Spartan’s technicians carry common repair components and address many failure conditions on the same service visit, with full replacement services available when needed. Automated renewal reminders are provided to help clients stay ahead of annual certification deadlines.
Spartan tests and certifies all major backflow prevention assembly types: Reduced Pressure Zone (RPZ) assemblies for high-hazard connections including medical facility plumbing and irrigation systems with chemical injection, Double Check Valve (DCV) assemblies for commercial fire sprinkler systems and standard irrigation lines, and Pressure Vacuum Breaker (PVB) assemblies common on light commercial and residential irrigation installations. The company services assemblies from leading manufacturers including Watts, Wilkins, Febco, and Apollo. For outdoor installations, Spartan fabricates and installs custom stainless steel security enclosures designed to protect devices from weather damage and unauthorized tampering, extending assembly service life and reducing the risk of failure at the next annual inspection.
Commercial property owners and facility managers seeking dependable backflow preventer services in Houston, TX can schedule annual testing or request a free quote directly through Spartan. The company offers same-day scheduling for properties that have received a compliance notice or passed their renewal date without testing. Emergency service is also available for properties facing imminent compliance deadlines or water authority action. Spartan serves clients across more than 29 communities throughout the Greater Houston metro, from the Energy Corridor and Bellaire to Katy, Sugar Land, and Cypress.
Property managers and business owners evaluating backflow preventer services in Houston, TX will find that Spartan’s combination of BPAT certification, direct water authority filing, and same-day availability sets it apart from general contractors that offer backflow testing as an add-on service. The company holds active BPAT licenses for all field technicians and stays current on City of Houston, Harris County, and surrounding AHJ reporting requirements to ensure every compliance report is filed with the correct water authority for each property.
“Annual backflow preventer certification applies to nearly every commercial property in Houston, and many property managers are still tracking it manually or relying on a general contractor with no dedicated compliance process,” said Chris Knehr, owner of Spartan Fire Protection. “We handle everything, from scheduling the test to filing the paperwork with the water authority. Property owners can reach us at (713) 955-4405 and we take care of the rest.”
Spartan Fire Protection provides a full range of commercial fire protection services across Greater Houston, including commercial fire alarm installation and inspection as a Licensed Kidde Fire Alarm Systems dealer, fire extinguisher services, fire pump and water storage tank testing, and 24/7 UL-listed central station monitoring. The company holds a 4.9-star rating across 198 Google reviews and was ranked Best Fire Protection Company in Houston for 2025 by BusinessRate. Financing for qualifying projects is available through Hampton Ridge Financial.
About Spartan Fire Protection
Spartan Fire Protection is a family-owned commercial fire protection company locally based in Houston, TX, serving more than 29 communities across the Greater Houston metro. The company is a Licensed Kidde Fire Alarm Systems dealer and provides commercial fire alarm installation and inspection, fire extinguisher services, backflow preventer testing, fire pump and water storage tank services, and 24/7 UL-listed central station monitoring. With a 4.9-star rating and more than 198 Google reviews, Spartan was recognized as Best Fire Protection Company in Houston for 2025 by BusinessRate.
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Orange County Roofing Contractor Reports Rising Inspection Volume as Aging Housing Stock and Insurance Market Pressures Drive Pre-Storm Replacement Decisions
Orlando, Florida, United States, 23rd Jul 2026 — As Central Florida enters the most active stretch of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, homeowners in Maitland and throughout Orange County are accelerating roofing assessments and replacement timelines that had been pushed back through the first half of the year. Industry data consistently shows that the July-through-October window is when roofing demand in Central Florida reaches its seasonal peak, driven by the combination of active storm patterns, tightening insurance renewal requirements, and the awareness that licensed contractors book out quickly as storm activity increases.
Maitland’s residential neighborhoods, developed largely between the late 1970s and early 2000s, contain a significant concentration of homes with roofing systems at or past the 25-year mark. At this stage, the question for most homeowners is not whether a replacement will eventually be needed but whether the roof will hold through another storm season without failure, and whether a documented assessment is in place before a weather event forces the timeline.
Thomas Roofing & Repair, a Florida-licensed roofing contractor serving the Orange County area, has been meeting increased demand from the Maitland market in recent months as homeowners respond to aging rooflines and elevated carrier requirements. The company offers full residential services in the area including roof replacement, roof repair, storm damage inspection, and insurance documentation support. More information about the company and its services is available at Thomas Roofing and Repair.
Florida’s residential insurance market has placed increased documentation pressure on Orange County homeowners over the past three policy cycles. Carriers are requesting current, professionally prepared roof condition reports before binding or renewing policies on homes with aging systems. A HAAG-certified inspection report – the format most widely accepted by Florida property carriers – provides the documentation standard that standard contractor reports do not meet. Thomas Roofing & Repair holds HAAG Certified Inspector credentials, making its inspection reports eligible for direct submission to insurance carriers as supporting documentation.
“Maitland is one of the most active corridors we work in because the housing stock is exactly the right age for homeowners to be facing this decision. We see a lot of well-maintained homes that have simply reached the point where the underlayment beneath the shingles or tile can no longer do its job through a Florida storm season,” said Matthew Thomas, owner of Thomas Roofing & Repair. “A free inspection gives the homeowner a clear, documented picture before anything else has to happen.”
The company holds Florida Roofing License #CCC1333138, CertainTeed SELECT ShingleMaster Pro certification, and Owens Corning Preferred Contractor status. These credentials affect warranty eligibility – a CertainTeed SELECT ShingleMaster installation qualifies the homeowner for extended SureStart PLUS warranty coverage that non-certified contractors cannot provide. Homeowners looking to evaluate the full scope of services and qualifications available from the roofing company in Maitland, FL can find detailed information on the company’s local service page.
For Maitland homeowners with a tile roof installed before 2000, the most common failure mode is not the tile itself but the original felt underlayment beneath it. Tile can appear intact from the street while the waterproofing membrane beneath has fully decomposed. Thomas Roofing & Repair uses drone inspection to document the actual condition of both the tile surface and the underlayment system before any recommendation is made, giving homeowners an accurate and complete picture before a project scope is discussed.
Free roof inspections and replacement estimates are available throughout the Maitland service area. With contractor availability tightening as storm season accelerates, homeowners are encouraged to schedule before late August. Those looking to locate and connect with the roofing company in Maitland, FL serving the Orange County area can find current service hours, location, and contact information to schedule an inspection directly.
About Thomas Roofing & Repair
Thomas Roofing & Repair is a licensed Florida roofing contractor (License #CCC1333138) serving residential and commercial clients throughout Central Florida, including Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Lake, Polk, Volusia, and Brevard counties. Services include roof replacement, roof repair, roof installation (shingle, tile, metal, flat), commercial roofing systems, silicone roof coatings, and storm damage inspections. The company holds HAAG Certified Inspector, CertainTeed SELECT ShingleMaster Pro, and Owens Corning Preferred Contractor credentials and is BBB Accredited and a BusinessRate Best of 2026 award winner.
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924 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32804
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Roofing Company in Merritt Island, FL Reports Growing Demand for Energy-Efficient Roofing as FPL Rates Rise
Brevard County Homeowners Turn to Reflective Roofing and Solar-Compatible Systems as Florida Power & Light Approves Largest Rate Increase in Company History
Titusville, Florida, United States, 23rd Jul 2026 — Florida homeowners are reassessing their roofing systems following the Florida Public Service Commission’s approval of Florida Power & Light’s largest base rate increase in company history. The November 2025 ruling authorized $945 million in additional base rate revenue for 2026 and $705 million more in 2027, with a typical 1,000-kilowatt-hour residential bill rising from $134.14 to $136.64 in 2026 and continuing to increase through 2029. For homeowners in Merritt Island and throughout Brevard County, the rate increase has created fresh interest in roofing upgrades that directly reduce air conditioning loads — the single largest driver of residential electricity consumption in Central Florida.
Roofing systems are a primary factor in residential cooling efficiency in Florida’s climate. A conventional dark asphalt shingle roof can reach surface temperatures of 150 to 170 degrees Fahrenheit under direct summer sun — temperatures that radiate heat into the attic and force air conditioning systems to compensate continuously throughout the day. Reflective roofing materials, including metal roofing, high-solar-reflectance shingles, tile, and cool-roof-rated systems, reduce surface temperatures by 50 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit under the same conditions. Research from the Florida Solar Energy Center documents cooling energy reductions of 10 to 30 percent for homes with reflective roofing systems compared to conventional dark shingles in Florida’s climate zone.
Thomas Roofing & Repair, a Florida-licensed roofing contractor serving Brevard County and the greater Central Florida area, provides installation services for the full range of energy-efficient roofing systems, including standing seam metal, architectural metal shingles, reflective tile, and cool-roof-rated shingle systems. As FPL rate increases take effect through 2026 and 2027, the company has seen growing interest from Merritt Island homeowners evaluating roofing replacements that reduce long-term energy costs alongside providing structural weather protection. More information about available services and energy-efficient roofing systems is available at Thomas Roofing and Repair.
Florida’s commercial building code already mandates a minimum solar reflectance of 0.55 for new commercial roofing — a standard that reflects the documented impact of roofing material selection on building energy performance. Residential homeowners in Merritt Island making replacement decisions now have access to products that meet or exceed this commercial standard. Standing seam metal roofing, in particular, offers the dual benefit of high solar reflectance and a clean-mount attachment system designed for photovoltaic solar panels — an increasingly common pairing for Brevard County homeowners evaluating energy investments alongside roof replacements.
“Homeowners in Merritt Island are running the numbers now that the rate increase is on their bill. A roofing replacement was already going to happen — the question becomes whether you choose a material that also reduces what you pay to cool your home every month for the next 30 years,” said Matthew Thomas, owner of Thomas Roofing & Repair. “Metal roofing and cool-roof-rated systems are not premium-only products anymore. For a market where energy costs are rising, they are the practical long-term choice.”
The compatibility of standing seam metal roofing with solar panel systems is a particularly relevant consideration for Merritt Island homeowners. Unlike asphalt shingles, which require penetrating fasteners that create potential leak points at every mount, standing seam metal panels accept solar mounting clamps that attach to the raised seam without penetrating the roofing surface. This preserves the roof warranty while providing a structurally sound mounting platform for a photovoltaic array. Homeowners evaluating metal, tile, or reflective shingle options available from the roofing company in Merritt Island, FL can find detailed product and service information on the company’s local page.
Merritt Island’s residential market has seen increased renovation activity as aerospace employment at Kennedy Space Center expands. Blue Origin’s announced $600 million manufacturing facility on Merritt Island and SpaceX’s ongoing Starship operations at KSC have accelerated professional relocation to the island, bringing a high-income workforce accustomed to evaluating long-term cost-of-ownership decisions. PACE financing and utility rebate programs available through Brevard County provide accessible pathways to energy-efficient roofing upgrades for homeowners who prefer to spread project costs rather than absorbing the full expense upfront.
Free roofing assessments and estimates are available throughout the Merritt Island service area, including evaluations of existing systems for solar reflectance and solar panel compatibility. Homeowners looking to locate and connect with the roofing company in Merritt Island, FL serving the Brevard County area can find current service hours, location, and contact information to schedule a consultation directly.
About Thomas Roofing & Repair
Thomas Roofing & Repair is a licensed Florida roofing contractor (License #CCC1333138) serving residential and commercial clients throughout Central Florida, including Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Lake, Polk, Volusia, and Brevard counties. Services include roof replacement, roof repair, roof installation (shingle, tile, metal, flat), commercial roofing systems, silicone roof coatings, and storm damage inspections. The company holds HAAG Certified Inspector, CertainTeed SELECT ShingleMaster Pro, and Owens Corning Preferred Contractor credentials and is BBB Accredited and a BusinessRate Best of 2026 award winner.
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323 S Washington Ave #14, Titusville, FL 32796
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