ARLINGTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 9, 2025--
EJF Capital LLC (“EJF Capital” or the “Firm”), a global alternative asset management firm with approximately $5.6 billion of assets under management, today announced the completion of construction at The Bellevue, a 361-unit, multifamily development located in Hyattsville, Maryland. This is the fifth project delivered within EJF’s OpZone Fund II and reflects the Firm’s continued expansion into high-growth, metropolitan Qualified Opportunity Zone (“QOZ”) markets.
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Developed in partnership with The NRP Group, The Bellevue is situated in one of Prince George’s County’s most dynamic residential corridors, a neighborhood propelled by ongoing economic development and expanded access to employment centers throughout the Washington, D.C. metro area. Long-term demand for high-quality housing in Hyattsville results from proximity to the University of Maryland, a vibrant arts district, and dynamic retail and dining options.
The newly delivered community features studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments along with a comprehensive amenity suite, including a fitness center, clubroom, co-working lounge, landscaped courtyards, and structured parking.
“We are pleased to bring The Bellevue to completion as we invest in high-quality housing within supply-constrained and growing communities,” said Asheel Shah, Senior Managing Director and Head of Real Estate Development at EJF. “Hyattsville’s strong demographic and employment trends make it a highly attractive market, and The Bellevue reflects our commitment to delivering thoughtfully designed multifamily communities with best-in-class partners.”
The Bellevue joins EJF Capital’s growing portfolio of multifamily and industrial developments within QOZs nationwide. Since 2018, EJF has invested in 24 multi-family and commercial developments across the country, including five completed developments in the OpZone Fund II, aligned with the firm’s strategy of develop institutional-quality properties in markets positioned for sustained growth.
About EJF Capital
EJF Capital LLC is a global alternative asset management firm headquartered just outside of Washington, D.C., with an additional office in London. As of September 30, 2025, EJF manages approximately $5.6 billion, including $3.0 billion in CDO assets through affiliates. Since its founding in 2005 by Manny Friedman and Neal Wilson, the firm has focused on investment opportunities driven by regulatory change. EJF’s real estate platform, launched in 2018, focuses on ground up development of multifamily and industrial properties and currently includes over $1.3 billion in active projects. To learn more, please visit http://ejfopzone.com and please read additional Risks and Limitations located here.
EJF Capital Completes Construction at The Bellevue in Hyattsville, MD
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 9, 2025--
UneeQ, the global leader in digital human technology, today announced record international growth and several major new partnerships that signal a turning point for how people will experience AI in their everyday lives. Following momentum across the Middle East working with Qatar Airways, the Saudi Tourism Authority, General Organization for Social Insurance, and most recently Ajman Bank, plus strategic collaborations with PwC and Masdr, UneeQ is preparing a significant North American expansion in 2026.
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This surge reflects a global shift towards AI that feels more human, relatable, and emotionally intelligent. Built on UneeQ’s proprietary Digital Human Operating System, the company’s technology is transforming how users connect with brands, how organizations automate personalized experiences, and how employees learn through realistic, immersive practice.
Across tourism, financial services, healthcare, education, and aviation, enterprises are using digital humans to create deeper emotional connection with users, deliver more natural, human-like automation, and provide immersive training environments where employees can build real-world skills without real-world pressure.
“Enterprises are no longer satisfied with AI that’s merely smart, they need AI that people actually connect with,” said Danny Tomsett, CEO and Founder of UneeQ. “Digital humans make automation feel personal. They help brands become more relatable. And most importantly, they give employees a safe place to practice conversations that matter. Our growth across the Middle East shows that emotionally intelligent AI is ready for global scale and North America is quickly adopting.”
UneeQ’s newly launched Immersive Training Platform, built on the Digital Human Operating System, is redefining how organizations develop soft skills and communication capabilities. Employees can rehearse challenging conversations, customer interactions, coaching sessions, sensitive disclosures, and more inside lifelike simulations powered by empathetic, autonomous digital humans. These experiences deliver real-time feedback, natural conversation, and the realism required for performance improvement.
For companies, the impact is tangible:
UneeQ’s 2026 North American expansion will focus on industries where trust, communication, and human connection directly impact outcomes, including customer service, brand experience, healthcare, education, and workforce development.
“We’ve shown that digital humans can strengthen the relationships that matter most between brands and customers, and between employees and the people they serve,” added Tomsett. “Our goal now is to make digital humans an everyday part of how organizations support customers, train teams, and build meaningful relationships. Digital humans are for real people and their real interactions.”
With more than a decade of pioneering work and a rapidly growing global customer base, UneeQ is defining a new AI category that blends emotional intelligence, immersive learning, and scalable digital engagement unlocking stronger human performance at scale.
For more information about UneeQ, visit www.DigitalHumans.com.
About UneeQ:
UneeQ is an immersive training and experience company helping enterprises elevate human performance and customer engagement through leading digital human technology. With over a decade pioneering the industry, UneeQ’s proprietary Digital Human Operating System powers autonomous, emotionally intelligent interactions that feel genuinely human. From lifelike training simulations to AI brand ambassadors, UneeQ enables better practice, better experiences, and better performance at unimaginable scale.
UneeQ Announces Record Global Growth as Digital Humans Redefine the Future of AI
