Mineral explorer USFM Corporation has entered a definitive agreement to merge with Nasdaq-listed Twin Vee PowerCats Co., a move designed to transition the private mining firm into a public entity. The deal includes spinning off Twin Vee’s marine business into a separate private trust for current shareholders.
Virax Biolabs CEO James Foster is pushing to close the gap between the company’s market valuation and its underlying assets, following a fiscal year marked by a 1-for-25 share consolidation, a successful Nasdaq compliance recovery, and a new commercial supply agreement covering six Southeast Asian markets.
A sharp turnaround defined ManpowerGroup’s second quarter of 2026, as the Milwaukee-based workforce firm reported $53.5 million in net earnings. This performance marks a significant recovery from the $67.1 million loss recorded during the same period last year, fueled by an 8% revenue increase to $4.9 billion.
Draper-based Xenter has closed a $58.25 million Series B financing round, marking a pivotal shift for the startup as it transitions from development into the commercialization of its wireless Physical Intelligence platform. The capital infusion arrives alongside a strategic board appointment aimed at bolstering the company’s financial governance.
Abbott Laboratories reported a 13% increase in second-quarter sales and raised its full-year earnings guidance, signaling confidence in the company's growth trajectory. The medical device and diagnostics giant now projects adjusted diluted earnings per share between $5.45 and $5.60 for 2026, up from its previous forecast.
With central Indiana enduring a stretch of extreme summer temperatures, local HVAC providers are warning that neglected cooling systems face a high risk of catastrophic failure. Kenneth Hale, owner of Complete Comfort Heating, Air and Plumbing, suggests that routine maintenance is the primary defense against emergency repairs and rising utility costs.
When a remote employee triggers an SOS, a drone now automatically launches toward their exact coordinates. This integration between EVERYWHERE Communications and Skydio aims to bridge the gap in emergency response, bypassing the limitations of traditional infrastructure by providing immediate aerial situational awareness for field teams.
The National Apartment Association has honored Mill Creek Residential with its #NAAGives award, recognizing the developer’s sustained commitment to corporate social responsibility. The accolade highlights the company’s annual Month of Service, a nationwide volunteer initiative that has become a core pillar of its corporate identity over the past four years.
For the second consecutive year, 7-Eleven is merging convenience retail with collector culture by launching an exclusive die-cast 2017 Nissan GT-R (R35). The limited-edition vehicle, produced in collaboration with Mattel, features custom 7-Eleven branding and is now available at participating locations and the retailer's online shop.
Only 15% of consumers feel the marketing messages they receive are truly relevant, exposing a deepening disconnect between brands and their customers. As shoppers become increasingly selective, new data from Dotdigital suggests that failing to bridge this personalisation gap is costing companies the chance to secure long-term repeat business.
Brennan Investment Group has secured a foothold in Idaho’s industrial sector, acquiring a 439,600-square-foot, three-building portfolio in Nampa. The fully leased Class A assets, completed in 2023, signal the Chicago-based firm’s intent to capitalize on the Boise region’s rapid expansion and high-tech economic trajectory.
The U.S. Navy is transitioning Defense Unicorns’ software stack from laboratory settings to active naval vessels. Through an Other Transaction Agreement with NIWC Atlantic, the service will test the Unified Defense Stack’s performance in disconnected environments, marking a critical shift toward integrating modern software delivery at fleet scale.
Jersey Central Power & Light Company has launched an exchange offer for $350 million in senior notes due 2030, seeking to replace unregistered debt with securities registered under the Securities Act of 1933. The move fulfills existing contractual obligations established when the original notes were first issued.
Geopolitical instability in Qatar and restricted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz have sent helium spot prices soaring, prompting Varennes-based CHARBONE to quintuple its dedicated delivery fleet. The move secures domestic supply lines for North American clients as the company moves to capture market share from traditional, constrained competitors.
Main Street Capital Corporation expects an annualized return on equity exceeding 18% for the second quarter of 2026, driven by a sixteenth consecutive increase in net asset value. The firm projects its net asset value per share will reach between $33.88 and $33.96 by the end of June.
Tel Aviv-based Axon Vision has debuted ForceField, an AI-driven system designed to neutralize FPV drones that evade traditional electronic warfare. By combining passive detection with kinetic response, the compact unit allows maneuvering forces to engage aerial threats without revealing their position through signal emissions.
Chelsio Communications has unveiled its seventh-generation AI Interconnect Platform, a suite of SmartNICs, storage controllers, and data processing units designed to push Ethernet into the high-performance arena. By delivering 400Gb RDMA capabilities, the company aims to provide a scalable, standards-based alternative to the proprietary interconnects currently dominating large-scale AI training clusters.
Cordex has tapped FarmaMondo to distribute Zemcelpro, a specialized cell therapy for blood cancers, across Argentina, Hong Kong and Singapore. This agreement aims to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and provide early patient access to the personalized stem cell product, which recently secured conditional approval in the European Union.
As immunotherapy reshapes the oncology landscape, the emergence of complex immune-related adverse events poses a persistent challenge to patient safety and trial continuity. On August 4, 2026, industry experts will convene to address the necessity of standardized grading and cross-functional coordination in managing these unique clinical complications.
Atlanta-based Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has acquired Hartford Sprinkler Co., Inc., a century-old Connecticut firm specializing in fire suppression and life safety systems. The move integrates comprehensive sprinkler maintenance into Pye-Barker’s existing security and alarm infrastructure, aiming to provide a consolidated service model for clients across the state.
Sixty-four percent of organizations lack consolidated privileged access governance, leaving dormant credentials vulnerable to exploitation. Keeper Security is addressing these security gaps with its new Privileged Cloud, a tool designed to enforce zero standing privileges by granting access only for the specific duration of an active user session.
At the American Society of Pain and Neuroscience 2026 conference in Tampa, PainTEQ presented a suite of studies validating its TRAQ cortical-piercing fixation strategy. The findings, which include large-scale anatomical analysis and biomechanical testing, offer new evidence for the efficacy of posterior approaches in treating sacroiliac joint dysfunction.
Persistent delays in clinical trial enrollment remain a primary hurdle for global research, forcing sponsors to seek more precise methods for patient recruitment. On August 5, 2026, Xtalks will host a webinar exploring how data-driven artificial intelligence is currently optimizing site coordination and patient engagement strategies.
Inspired by the historic Buchette del Vino of Italy, Peroni Nastro Azzurro is bringing a series of pop-up walk-up windows to American cities this summer. The tour kicks off in New York City on July 24, inviting patrons to experience the traditional Italian ritual of aperitivo through a modern lens.
The U.S. International Trade Commission has launched a new investigation into Samsung and several of its high-profile partners, including Google, Nvidia, and Broadcom. The probe, designated as 337-TA-1511, examines whether Samsung’s high-bandwidth memory and DDR5 products infringe on two specific patents held by California-based Netlist.
Tracking low-abundance proteins in blood and cerebrospinal fluid remains a primary hurdle in neuroimmunology research. On August 4, 2026, Quanterix will host a webinar detailing how ultrasensitive digital immunoassay technology allows scientists to measure subtle biological changes to better inform patient stratification and clinical trial outcomes.
Investors on the TAP Invest platform now have access to institutional-grade financial intelligence through a new integration with Benzinga. By embedding the Why Is It Moving feed and live analyst ratings directly into the user interface, the platform aims to bridge the gap between raw market data and actionable trading decisions.
Shoppers looking to bypass the November rush can access holiday-level discounts starting July 23, as Wayfair launches a five-day promotion featuring price cuts of up to 80% across its home goods catalog. The event marks a strategic shift to capture summer spending before the back-to-school and autumn seasons.
With over 65 years of history in the supply chain, Pennsylvania-based RediBagUSA has been acquired by AmerCareRoyal, marking the eleventh strategic expansion for the private equity-backed firm. The deal integrates a diverse catalog of reusable, compostable, and food safety products into the broader ACR distribution network.
Cordex Biologics has signed a distribution agreement with FarmaMondo SA to bring Zemcelpro, a novel hematopoietic stem cell therapy, to patients in Argentina, Hong Kong, and Singapore. The partnership aims to navigate complex regulatory landscapes to provide early access for individuals with hematological malignancies lacking suitable donor options.
