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Has the expression "powered by", as used in website or softwares, a positive connotation?

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00:00 Has The Expression &Quot;Powered By&Quot;, As Used In Website Or Softwares, A Positive Connotation?
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Provided that XYZ Corporation is a giant of its kind, to say that your website, or whatever, is powered by it is a sutle way to add value to that product and enhance its earnings potential.

The same applies to reviewed by, supported by or recommended by, in different contexts.