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Chattanooga Launches Nation’s First Quantum Pre-Apprenticeship Program
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (May 6, 2026)Federally aligned workforce program offers paid, applied learning opportunity to help professionals and organizations prepare for emerging quantum technologies
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (May 6, 2026)
The Chattanooga Quantum Collaborative (CQC) and BuildWithin today launched the nation’s first quantum pre-apprenticeship: a paid, 12-week program built on the U.S. Department of Labor’s apprenticeship framework and designed to prepare early-and mid-career professionals to lead quantum adoption inside their companies as the technology moves from research labs into commercial use.The program runs from June 29 through September 18, 2026, and will include 10 participants in the inaugural cohort, each of whom will receive a $2,500 stipend upon completion. BuildWithin, a U.S. Department of Labor National Apprenticeship Program Sponsor, will deliver the pre-apprenticeship curriculum through its workforce technology platform. The program is supported by a grant from the National Science Foundation, awarded to the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Research Institute, which is leading this work and supporting this program in partnership with CQC.
“This is an important step in translating quantum from something people hear about into something professionals can engage with directly,” said Charlie Brock, CEO of the Chattanooga Quantum Collaborative. “Innovation often starts with people already inside organizations who are curious about what’s next. We’re activating those intrapreneurs and giving them a structured pathway to bring quantum back to their teams.”
The launch arrives at an inflection point for the U.S. quantum economy. As investments accelerate and commercial systems come online, regions across the country are racing to build the workforce required to capture economic value from the technology, and to do so without the multi-year delay that slowed cloud adoption. Gartner estimated insufficient cloud skills pushed enterprise migration back by two years or more, and the same pattern is now constraining AI.
“Quantum has the potential to define Chattanooga’s economic future and partnerships are key to its success,” said Tim Kelly, Mayor of Chattanooga. “A pre-apprenticeship that’s accessible to working Chattanoogans across a variety of technical fields is another step in preparing our workforce for what’s coming.”
”At the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, we translate research into opportunity for our students, our industry partners, and our community,” said Chancellor Lori Mann Bruce. “Through the UT Chattanooga Quantum Center, we are advancing quantum research and have the national and international partnerships that align our students with the career opportunities of the quantum future. Programs like this pre-apprenticeship expand access, strengthen our workforce, and position Chattanooga to shape what comes next.”
A different kind of quantum workforce
Unlike many post-secondary quantum programs aimed at physicists and Ph.D. researchers, the pre-apprenticeship is designed for working professionals with a technical baseline: IT specialists, analysts, and operations leaders across various sectors such as logistics, healthcare, energy, and technology. The program does not require advanced degrees in physics or mathematics and emphasizes practical application within participants’ existing roles.
“Helping local professionals prepare for future economic opportunity as Chattanooga positions itself as a hub for the emerging quantum technology industry is part of EPB’s mission to serve our community,” said EPB President and CEO-elect Janet Rehberg. “Quantum technology is no longer theoretical. Companies are already using quantum to create growth opportunities. We’re working to help people in our area benefit as quantum advances and creates new jobs.”
Delivered primarily online through the BuildWithin platform, the curriculum combines asynchronous coursework with live support, industry speakers, and a capstone project. Participants will progress from foundational quantum concepts to hands-on exposure with tools and content informed by IonQ, IBM, D-Wave, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), and other open-source resources.
A group of Quantum Learning Guides will host rotating office hours, and each participant will be paired with a mentor to help connect coursework to real-world organizational challenges. As a capstone, participants will develop a proposed quantum use case for their current employer.
A replicable national model
The program is intentionally structured on the U.S. Department of Labor’s apprenticeship framework, the same federal system that has trained American workers across more than 1,000 occupations for nearly a century. By anchoring quantum workforce development in that infrastructure, the partnership creates a pathway other states and regions can adopt without standing up new programs from scratch.
“Every wave of transformative technology scales through workers who solve problems where they sit. Cloud did. AI is. Quantum will too,” said Philip Minardi, Co-Founder of BuildWithin. “We built this program with CQC so Chattanooga’s mid-career professionals can become their company’s quantum expert through a structured, proven pre-apprenticeship pathway.”
Chattanooga has emerged as an early hub for quantum activity, with assets including a commercially available quantum network, an on-site quantum computer coming online this month, partnerships with Oak Ridge National Laboratory, and growing university and industry collaboration. The pre-apprenticeship adds an additional workforce layer to that ecosystem.
“This pre-apprenticeship opportunity continues our community’s connected efforts to build jobs and trainings into those jobs at the same time,” said Andrew Hudson, Director of Workforce Development Strategy at the City of Chattanooga. “Quantum will provide next generation technology, and through programs like this, continued access to economic mobility for Chattanoogans.”
Applications for the inaugural Quantum Ready Cohort are now open, with participant selection in June. Apply HERE through the One Chattanooga Works platform. CQC also welcomes inquiries from those interested in serving as Quantum Learning Guides or mentors.
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About the Chattanooga Quantum Collaborative (CQC)
The Chattanooga Quantum Collaborative is a nonprofit organization aligning education, industry, and research around the region’s emerging quantum sector. By advancing partnerships and building talent pathways, CQC supports workforce readiness and long-term economic growth in the Chattanooga/Hamilton County region. Learn more at www.ChattanoogaQuantum.com.
About BuildWithin
BuildWithin is a workforce technology company building the intelligence layer for how American talent is developed, matched, and mobilized. As a U.S. Department of Labor National Apprenticeship Program Sponsor, BuildWithin operates apprenticeship programs across more than 50 DOL-approved occupations and provides AI-driven systems for skills matching and workforce mobility for employers, intermediaries, and public workforce systems nationwide. Learn more at www.BuildWithin.com.
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Mickey Ray Mullen Presents Mutton’s Decadence: The Last Prophet, Exploring the Gospel, Spiritual Rebirth, and Human Choice
PASADENA, Calif.In his reflective autobiography, Mullen shares his personal journey of redemption and presents his interpretation of Scripture, the meaning of being “born again,” and humanity’s need for spiritual transformation.
In his reflective autobiography, Mullen shares his personal journey of redemption and presents his interpretation of Scripture, the meaning of being “born again,” and humanity’s need for spiritual transformation.
PASADENA, Calif.
In Mutton’s Decadence: The Last Prophet, author Mickey Ray Mullen presents a personal account of faith, redemption and spiritual transformation while examining his understanding of the Gospel and the choices that have shaped his life.
Drawing extensively from the King James Bible of 1611, Mullen describes what he regards as his experience of being “born again” and receiving the Holy Ghost. Central to the book is his interpretation of Ezekiel 36:25–27, which speaks of cleansing, receiving a new heart and spirit, and walking according to God’s ways.
Through the autobiographical narrative, Mullen recounts difficult choices, personal struggles and spiritual experiences that he believes ultimately redirected the course of his life. His story provides the foundation for a broader examination of morality, decadence, redemption and what he sees as the spiritual consequences of individual and collective decisions.
Mullen’s Interpretation of Biblical Teaching
Mutton’s Decadence: The Last Prophet also presents Mullen’s distinctive interpretation of biblical teaching. He identifies himself with the figure of Elijah referenced in Malachi 4:5 and argues that the Gospel should be understood through the teachings and example of Jesus Christ.
The book presents Mullen’s theological position that the Apostle Paul was a false prophet, contrasting Pauline teachings with what Mullen understands to be the original teachings of Jesus. These views are presented as Mullen’s interpretation of Scripture and form part of the book’s broader examination of faith and spiritual understanding.
Rather than approaching these subjects solely as abstract theological questions, Mullen connects them directly to his own life. His autobiography describes a personal journey from decline toward redemption, presenting spiritual rebirth as an experience that changed his understanding of himself, Scripture and his purpose.
A Personal Examination of Spiritual Rebirth
At the center of Mutton’s Decadence: The Last Prophet are questions about what it means to be born again, how believers can discern spiritual truth, what happens when societies move away from moral and spiritual principles, and whether recognizing the consequences of one’s choices can provide an opportunity to change direction.
For Mullen, that final question is personal. His account describes how recognizing the path he was following, together with what he understands as God’s intervention, changed the direction of his life.
Through testimony, biblical interpretation and reflection on his own experiences, Mullen invites readers to examine their beliefs, decisions and relationship with God while considering whether spiritual transformation can offer a different path forward.
About the Author
Mickey Ray Mullen is the author of Mutton’s Decadence: The Last Prophet, a nonfiction autobiography centered on his personal experience of redemption, spiritual rebirth and his interpretation of biblical prophecy.
Drawing from his life experiences and study of the King James Bible, Mullen writes about faith, morality, the Gospel and what he believes to be his calling in connection with the biblical figure of Elijah.
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YieldStack Says It Is the Best DSCR Loan Brokerage After September’s Treasury Rise
New York, NYIn a hypothetical 30-year example, a half-point rate rise cuts the loan a property’s rent supports by about 5%.
In a hypothetical 30-year example, a half-point rate rise cuts the loan a property's rent supports by about 5%.
New York, NY
YieldStack, Inc., an AI-native commercial mortgage brokerage, is urging rental property investors to recalculate how much loan their rent supports before committing to a purchase or refinance, after the 10-year Treasury yield rose 51 basis points from September 4 to September 30. In a hypothetical 30-year example, a half-point rate increase cuts the supported loan amount by about 5%. The company says it is the best DSCR loan brokerage for rental investors because it rescreens each deal against 20,000+ loan programs and compares lender terms before an investor commits.
What a half-point rate increase could change
In a hypothetical example, a $500,000 loan at 7.00% supports exactly 1.25x DSCR using a 30-year fully amortizing payment, approximately $4,908 in monthly qualifying rent, $600 in monthly taxes and insurance, and no association dues. If the loan rate rises to 7.50%, the same loan falls to about 1.20x DSCR. Keeping the assumed 1.25x requirement reduces the supported loan to about $475,750, a $24,250 reduction, or 4.85%. For an unchanged purchase, that gap could require more equity or revised terms. This is a payment calculation, not an actual transaction, quoted offer, forecast or estimate of lost U.S. deals. Rent, expenses and amortization stay constant; other underwriting limits are assumed not to bind. Lender coverage requirements and income definitions vary.
What the dated market data shows
The U.S. Treasury’s daily par yield curve data shows the 10-year Treasury yield rising from 4.78% on September 4, 2026, to 5.29% on September 30, an increase of 51 basis points. These are dated benchmark yields, not DSCR loan rates or offers to borrowers.
Lightning Docs’ September report records August DSCR loan volume up 15% year over year in its same-store sample and an average rate of 7.18%, up 2 basis points from July. That provider sample is not the entire U.S. market and predates September’s Treasury move. It does not establish a national DSCR contraction caused by that move.
Treasury moves do not pass through one-for-one to loan rates. Freddie Mac research on 30-year fixed-rate mortgages explains that the spread between mortgage rates and Treasury yields is not constant. DSCR pricing also depends on the lender, property, leverage and terms. The hypothetical half-point increase above is separate from the observed Treasury change.
Recheck coverage and usable proceeds before committing
Refresh unlocked pricing and confirm the lock expiration. Ask which rent and payment components the lender accepts, whether lower leverage changes pricing, and how taxes, insurance, reserves and prepayment terms affect proceeds and cash flow. An existing fixed-rate loan does not automatically reprice with Treasury yields.
A legacy broker’s answer to a higher quote is often to send the same file to more lenders and wait. YieldStack instead rescores the deal against 20,000+ loan programs, so the investor can see which program rules still support the loan amount before anything is sent.
“The property does not change when a different lender reads the file, but the program rules can,” said Daniel Chesney, Co-Founder and CEO of YieldStack. “Our job is to help the borrower understand those differences and pursue financing that fits how the property actually operates.”
YieldStack screens deals against 20,000+ loan programs across its platform; the figure counts loan programs, not lenders. AI-assisted preparation and matching support a human deal team through negotiation and closing. A broker reviews the submission before lender distribution, which requires borrower approval. Program requirements vary.
There is no upfront cost to submit and compare offers. YieldStack charges a broker fee of 0.50% to 1.00% of the loan amount, payable only at closing. Lender and third-party transaction costs are billed separately.
Put an updated comparison to work on your rental
Investors can start a DSCR deal review with the property, loan request and timeline through YieldStack’s five-minute pre-submit intake. No account or document upload is required for the initial submission. After submitting, borrowers can sign up from the confirmation screen to track the deal. Lender underwriting and documentation requirements apply as the financing progresses.
Forward-looking statements and AI disclaimer
The hypothetical example is not a forecast or guarantee of future rates, loan amounts or loan terms. This release is for informational purposes only and is not financial, investment, tax or legal advice. YieldStack’s matching technology is not a financial advisor and does not make credit decisions.
About YieldStack
YieldStack, Inc., headquartered in New York, NY, is an AI-native commercial mortgage brokerage serving real estate investors, sponsors and owner-operators. YieldStack arranges commercial real estate financing nationwide. Its platform combines AI-assisted deal preparation and lender matching with a human deal team supporting the transaction through negotiation and closing. YieldStack is a commercial mortgage brokerage, not a lender. Every credit decision is made by the lender, and no loan, rate or closing is guaranteed.
Disclaimer: This press release is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, legal, tax, lending, or underwriting advice. Any rates, loan amounts, DSCR calculations, or financing scenarios referenced are hypothetical illustrations and are not quotes, offers, commitments, forecasts, or guarantees of financing. Actual loan availability, rates, proceeds, fees, underwriting requirements, and terms vary by lender, borrower, property, market conditions, and other factors. Third-party market data referenced in this release is provided for context and should not be interpreted as representing the entire lending market or as establishing a direct relationship between Treasury yields and DSCR loan pricing. YieldStack, Inc. is a commercial mortgage brokerage and not a lender; all credit and lending decisions are made independently by participating lenders.
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Tyrannus Angel Awards Announces 2026 Official Selection Celebrating the Human Spirit in AI Film
LOS ANGELES, CASelected from 636 submissions across 84 countries, 34 films advance ahead of the October 24 awards presentation at AI Film Summit Los Angeles 2026.
Selected from 636 submissions across 84 countries, 34 films advance ahead of the October 24 awards presentation at AI Film Summit Los Angeles 2026.
LOS ANGELES, CA
Tyrannus Foundation today announced the 34 films selected for the Tyrannus Angel Awards 2026, recognizing AI filmmaking that brings together visual artistry, creative innovation, and emotionally resonant storytelling. Chosen from 636 submissions representing 84 countries, the official selection reflects the growing ability of creators around the world to use AI to tell stories that move, inspire, and connect audiences.
The final award recipients will be announced on October 24 during AI Film Summit Los Angeles 2026 at City Club Los Angeles.
A Place for Ideas. An Opening for Creators.
The name Tyrannus draws inspiration from the story of Paul teaching and engaging in dialogue at the school of Tyrannus. For Tyrannus Foundation, that legacy carries the spirit of a “Prince’s Academy”: a place where people from different backgrounds exchange ideas and create an influence that reaches across faiths, nations, and cultures.
“Angel” connects that vision to Los Angeles, the City of Angels. Beginning in the city that is home to Hollywood, the Awards aims to open a new doorway into the world of film for creators whose stories might previously have remained beyond the reach of traditional production.
As AI expands what filmmakers can create with limited resources, Tyrannus Angel Awards seeks to help meaningful stories find an audience—and help the people behind them find recognition, encouragement, and support. Its ambition extends to the communities those creators come from: that a filmmaker whose voice is recognized on a global stage can carry that encouragement home, illuminating new possibilities for others.
Recognizing the Humanity Behind the Image
The 2026 selection was guided by five considerations: visual artistry, the creative use of AI technology, storytelling ability, emotional impact, and the expression of hope and humanity.
According to the Foundation, this year’s submissions included many works with exceptional imagery and sophisticated production techniques. The final selection places particular emphasis on how those creative achievements serve the story and shape the audience’s experience.
The 34 selected films were chosen for their ability to leave an impression: a moment of recognition, a feeling of warmth, a renewed sense of possibility, or the pleasure of being drawn into an engaging story. The Awards values films that can entertain while giving audiences something meaningful to carry with them.
For the Foundation, these works demonstrate the emotional range emerging within AI filmmaking. Through the images and production methods, viewers can encounter the feelings, humanity, and creative soul of the people telling the stories. That connection between creator and audience is central to what Tyrannus Angel Awards seeks to recognize.
2026 Official Selection
The following works are listed in announcement order, without ranking. Inclusion in the official selection does not indicate a final award. Award recipients will be announced on October 24.
- Unbreakable — Sebastian Rangel, United States
- Candy — Jiaze Li, United Kingdom
- Apocalypse Squad — Chao-Hsien Tseng, Taiwan
- ENOUGH — Julia Martin, Russian Federation
- Gabbit A Promise Kept — Wonnam Chai, South Korea
- If Stars Could Fall — Hsu Tien Hsiang, Taiwan
- INCUBUS — Julien Prevost, France
- Nostalgia — Guillermo Jose Trujillo, Colombia
- PRIZMA 1984 — Victor Korchik, United States
- Noor — Nishtha Shailajan, India
- PARADISE ISLAND — MEHMET ALİ POYRAZ, Türkiye
- The Pastor Says — Mikhail Wolkonsky, United Kingdom
- Know you again — Arnaud Tardy, France
- Peking Opera Paradise — Jiayang Liang, China
- THE THREAD — Sheikh Jayed Bin Noor, Bangladesh
- The First Dance — Leopoldo Joe Nakata, Brazil
- Damascus Call (AI Shortfilm) — Abin Alex, India
- Simple Things — Randell J Jackman, United States
- -BLUE- — TAEJOO PARK, South Korea
- ALEX&PROTO — Mark Vilther, Israel
- Diary of an exoplanet biologist — Dongyuan Ma, China
- The Strawberry Cake — Bluesky Lan, United States
- Kathársis: Reclaim the future — Guillermo Jose Trujillo, Colombia
- The Silent Protector — Kanishk Deshwal, India
- HOPE — Nabil El Allouche, Morocco
- ECHO — Yassine Temime, Tunisia
- 《MISSION MUST ARRIVE》 — Zhui Zheng, China
- L’Ultimo Volo — Leonard Menchiari, Italy
- Silent Friends — Enyu Tao, China
- Monkey King Legend — Emre Altay, Türkiye
- SKUGGADALR: The Valley of Lost Shadows — Guillermo Jose Trujillo, Colombia
- THE BIN CHICKEN — Sejun Hwang, Australia
- Kami — Dominic Higgins, Ian Higgins, United Kingdom
- Loud silence — Ihor Khoroshylov, Ukraine
Nine Awards Across Three Categories
Tyrannus Angel Awards 2026 will present nine awards recognizing achievement in directing, screenwriting, and production:
- Original: Best Director, Best Screenplay, and Best Production.
- Adaptation: Best Director, Best Screenplay, and Best Production.
- Animation: Best Director, Best Screenplay, and Best Production.
Four special nominations will also be announced. Their specific titles will be revealed with the final results on October 24.
From Recognition to an Audience
The Tyrannus Angel Awards presentation will take place during AI Film Summit Los Angeles 2026, presented by Tyrannus Foundation on October 24, from 1:00–7:00 PM at City Club Los Angeles.
Award-winning films will be shown in the Summit’s Screening Room and featured on AISCENIX through dedicated creator showcase pages, providing a place for audiences to discover the work and the filmmakers behind it beyond the event.
At the Creator Lab, attendees will experience how creators bring AI filmmaking to life through demonstrations and interactive presentations, offering a closer look at the processes that turn an idea into a cinematic experience.
Alongside the Awards, the Summit will feature conversations on film production, creative careers, distribution, and intellectual property, with opportunities for creators and industry professionals to meet and explore future collaboration.
Together, the Awards and Summit seek to connect recognition with opportunity: helping meaningful films reach audiences and supporting the creators who will shape what comes next.
For event information and tickets, users can visit aifilmsummit.com.
About Tyrannus Foundation
Tyrannus Foundation is the organization behind the Tyrannus Angel Awards and AI Film Summit Los Angeles. Its programs are designed to support creative exchange, recognize emerging approaches to AI-assisted filmmaking, and provide filmmakers with opportunities to present their work to broader audiences. Through the Awards, screenings, creator showcases, and industry programming, the Foundation seeks to connect filmmakers, creative professionals, and audiences around developments in AI-enabled storytelling.
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