For the second year running, Manulife has claimed the top spot among life insurers for AI maturity in the 2026 Evident AI Index. The insurer now ranks third overall across all categories, marking a significant milestone in its multi-year strategy to integrate artificial intelligence into its global operations.
For the second year running, Manulife has claimed the top spot among life insurers for AI maturity in the 2026 Evident AI Index. Beyond its industry-leading status in the AI Leadership category, the company now ranks third overall, underscoring a rapid transition from capability building to full-scale enterprise deployment.
The Public Sector Pension Investment Board reached $320.6 billion in net assets by the end of fiscal 2026, marking a 7% increase from the previous year. Despite a challenging environment for private markets, the fund maintained a 10-year net annualized return of 8.8%, securing long-term stability for federal pension plans.
As national median rents retreat for the 34th consecutive month, the rental market is splitting between cities that anchor their residents and those that act as magnets for outsiders. New data from Realtor.com reveals that while Las Vegas residents are staying put, Raleigh is becoming a top destination for newcomers.
With $240 million saved by users through its zero-fee policy, MEXC secured the global lead in silver futures liquidity during May 2026. According to the TokenInsight Crypto Exchange Liquidity Report, the exchange outperformed competitors in order book depth and futures slippage metrics while maintaining a monthly trading volume of $641 billion.
At its RelFest London event, Relativity announced the general availability of aiR Assist and custom analysis tools for its RelativityOne platform. These features allow legal teams to query case data using plain-language prompts and deploy bespoke document review models without writing code, aiming to streamline evidence discovery and legal strategy.
Managing a beverage brand today means navigating a fragmented landscape of Amazon, TikTok Shop, and retail giants simultaneously. With manufacturing no longer the primary bottleneck, companies are increasingly turning to specialized logistics providers to handle the complex, post-production work required to keep inventory moving across every digital and physical shelf.
Nearly half of all U.S. jurisdictions struggled to recruit poll workers during the 2024 general election, prompting the alliance More Perfect to fund a new push by We The Veterans and Military Families. The partnership aims to fill these critical gaps by mobilizing veterans to serve at the ballot box.
Alessandra Maderni, founder of Dreamology Labs, has launched a federal lawsuit in Miami accusing MSC Cruises and its Executive Chairman, Pierfrancesco Vago, of systematically stealing proprietary entertainment concepts. The complaint alleges that MSC misappropriated trade secrets and violated nondisclosure agreements to launch lucrative onboard attractions without compensating the original creators.
As enterprises rush to deploy autonomous AI agents, security teams often find themselves managing a blind spot of exposed credentials and unauthorized tools. New York-based Ceros, a business unit of Beyond Identity, launched today as a dedicated trust layer designed to govern and secure these independent digital workers.
Valued at $98.2 billion in 2025, the global satellite communication market is entering a period of rapid expansion. Analysts forecast the sector will more than double its valuation by 2033, driven by a surge in demand for high-speed connectivity and the aggressive deployment of low Earth orbit satellite constellations.
Ritu Narayan, founder and CEO of student transportation firm Zūm, has claimed the EY US Entrepreneur Of The Year 2026 Bay Area Award. The honor recognizes her success in converting a personal frustration with school transit into a technology-driven infrastructure company that now serves millions of students across 18 states.
Industry leaders and federal investigators will gather at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino from September 15–17 for the annual BSA/AML Gaming Conference. The event, which includes a preliminary fundamentals day on September 14, focuses on the evolving landscape of financial crime prevention within the global gaming sector.
With over 25 years of industry experience, Mike Carlo steps into the role of division president for Taylor Morrison in Sarasota. His appointment arrives as the Scottsdale-based homebuilder prepares to expand its regional footprint with two major resort-style developments scheduled to launch over the next year.
Nearly nine in ten organizations currently deploy AI for productivity, yet most struggle with inconsistent, repetitive data processing. Helsinki-based Valona Intelligence is addressing this gap by launching a Model Context Protocol server, allowing enterprise tools like Microsoft Copilot and Claude to pull directly from curated, real-time market analysis.
The Atlanta City Council has officially greenlit the Sylvan Road Redevelopment, a 14-acre project designed to reshape Southwest Atlanta. The initiative promises over 3,000 residential units and significant public amenities, marking a major step in the city's effort to expand housing access along the Atlanta BeltLine corridor.
After a decade of documenting the turbulent realities of high-conflict co-parenting, author Neal Winsomer has released Calling Out the Shadows: A Father's Stand Against the Current. The book blends personal memoir with a practical framework for maintaining emotional boundaries when dealing with narcissistic behaviors.
The global market for bio vanillin is poised for significant expansion, with projections indicating it will climb from USD 221.4 million in 2025 to USD 485.5 million by 2036. This growth, forecasted at a CAGR of 7.4%, reflects a broader shift among food manufacturers toward natural, clean-label ingredients.
Caroline Mahl Patel will take the helm of Aareal Capital Corporation this August, marking a key leadership transition as the German lender pivots its North American portfolio away from office assets toward high-end hospitality and residential financing in a long-term strategic realignment.
For the third time in its history, Salem-based IT provider WEI has earned the North America Partner of the Year award from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. The recognition highlights the firm’s specialized work in hybrid cloud transformation and its long-standing role as an HPE Triple Platinum Plus partner.
Gymnast Leah faces a career-ending injury while Dwayne navigates the sudden disappearance of his father; in Lisa Ambler’s new novel, Landing on Two Feet, these two teenagers rely on faith and community to endure the mounting pressures of adolescence in an increasingly complex digital world.
Mobile technologies generated $240 billion for the African economy in 2025, accounting for 7.8% of the continent’s total GDP. Beyond direct financial impact, the sector supported 13 million jobs and funneled $45 billion into public coffers, signaling a shift from basic connectivity to sophisticated digital infrastructure.
Investors who purchased Commvault Systems, Inc. securities between April 29, 2025, and January 26, 2026, have until July 17, 2026, to seek lead plaintiff status in a pending class action lawsuit alleging the company disseminated misleading information regarding its annual recurring revenue growth.
Delegates gathered in Qingdao from June 15 to 17 for the 7th Multinationals Summit, marking a strategic alignment with China’s upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan. The event served as a high-level forum for policy discourse and economic integration, emphasizing the role of foreign capital in the next phase of national development.
Investors who sold ChampionX Corporation common stock between February 29 and April 1, 2024, face a July 14, 2026, deadline to seek lead plaintiff status. Rosen Law Firm is spearheading the class action, which centers on allegations that the company failed to disclose acquisition interest while repurchasing its own shares.
Shareholders of The Ensign Group, Inc. face a potential class action lawsuit following allegations that the nursing home operator misrepresented its business practices and patient care standards. Rosen Law Firm has launched an investigation into whether the company disseminated materially misleading information, triggering a sharp decline in stock value.
To mark 125 years of pest management, Orkin is challenging students aged 14 to 18 to envision the world of 2151 through the lens of insect-inspired innovation. The virtual science fair aims to bridge the gap between teenage curiosity and practical application in fields like robotics, artificial intelligence, and environmental sustainability.
Investors who purchased Badger Meter common stock between April 18, 2024, and April 16, 2026, face a critical deadline in an ongoing securities fraud class action. Those seeking to serve as lead plaintiff must file their motions with the court by August 3, 2026, to participate in the litigation.
For the eighth consecutive year, residents of Loudoun County have ranked Ashburn-based Abich Financial Services as the region's top retirement planning firm. The annual Best of Loudoun award, determined by community voting, underscores the firm's long-standing influence in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area’s financial planning landscape.
Consumer365 has named Experian’s automated management platform a top solution for curbing the financial drain of forgotten recurring charges. As households struggle to track an expanding web of digital payments, the tool aims to restore visibility by consolidating active subscriptions and negotiating bills directly through a single mobile interface.
