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Surgeons in Arkansas and Pennsylvania have completed the first U.S. implantations of the CAP24 paddle lead, marking the debut of closed-loop neuromodulation for patients requiring this specific surgical hardware. The procedure, cleared by the FDA, allows Saluda Medical to expand its Evoke therapy into the paddle-based spinal cord stimulation market.
The U.S. Air Force has tapped ASRC Federal for a $1.5 billion contract to manage industrial product support across three major logistics complexes. Over the next decade, the company will oversee supply chain operations, demand planning, and material kitting to sustain critical depot maintenance for the military’s aviation assets.
Emerging AI models like Mythos and JadePuffer are transforming the cyber threat landscape by automating the entire attack chain. As these tools accelerate the speed and efficacy of ransomware, security experts argue that traditional reactive defenses are no longer sufficient to protect enterprise data ecosystems from sophisticated, machine-speed incursions.
Juno Bio has launched its first CLIA-certified sequencing laboratory in Oakland, California, specifically designed to address gaps in vaginal microbiome diagnostics. The facility opening coincides with a $3.8 million funding round supported by Ada Ventures, Artesian, Illumina Accelerator, and Entrepreneur First to scale the company’s clinical infrastructure.
Miami-based Canal Road Group has secured a significant equity commitment from SMBC, a move that unlocks $225 million in new capital for its direct lending strategy. The deal, which includes a passive minority stake in the firm, pushes CRG’s total investment capacity to $2.3 billion.
The Carrollton South packaging facility in Texas is slated for closure by the end of the third quarter of 2026. International Paper confirmed the move as part of a broader strategy to recalibrate its manufacturing footprint across North America and better align production capacity with fluctuating customer demand.
Within five years, the United States is on track to cement its position as a global energy powerhouse, with liquefied natural gas (LNG) set to become the country's second-largest net export industry. A new S&P Global Energy study suggests the sector will soon trail only civilian aircraft in economic output.
Cleveland serves as the backdrop for the National Association of Clean Water Agencies' 2026 Utility Leadership Conference, where American Water is positioning its operational strategies at the forefront of national discourse. The event brings together industry leaders to tackle the mounting pressure of maintaining infrastructure while preserving customer affordability.
With $3 billion in lifetime bookings and a fresh $60 million Series D, New York-based Fora has reached unicorn status. The company is betting that its new embedded AI assistant, Via, will automate administrative drudgery, allowing its network of 15,000 travel advisors to focus exclusively on high-touch client relationships.
Legal professionals gathering in Nashville for the 2026 CobbleStone User Conference will confront a persistent industry crisis during a specialized CLE session titled "Distressed Lawyers – An Occupational Hazard?" featuring Brian S. Quinn, who serves as the outreach coordinator for Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers of Pennsylvania.
Seventy-six percent of small and medium-sized businesses report that H-1B visa restrictions are actively disrupting their workforce planning. Facing a domestic shortage of AI-skilled labor, these companies are increasingly abandoning traditional relocation models in favor of remote-first hiring strategies to secure the expertise required to remain competitive.
Following a hiatus for lung cancer surgery, Barry Manilow made an emotional return to the International Theater at Westgate Las Vegas last week. The music icon performed three sold-out shows, marking a significant milestone in his lifetime residency and drawing thunderous ovations from thousands of loyal fans.
The Brazilian Securities and Exchange Commission has ruled in favor of Ecopetrol Investimentos do Brasil, effectively lifting the suspension on the company’s public tender offer for share acquisition. The decision, handed down on July 14, clears a major regulatory hurdle for the Colombian energy giant's expansion efforts.
A sprawling 11.6-acre mountain compound in Stowe, Vermont, is set to bypass traditional listing channels for a high-stakes exit. On July 22, the property known as The Preserve at Wade Pasture will head to a 100% absolute auction, meaning the gavel will fall to the highest bidder regardless of the final price.
Irvine-based Getac Technology Corporation is pushing to standardize rugged mobile hardware across telecommunications networks, aiming to curb downtime for field crews tasked with 5G and fiber infrastructure maintenance. The initiative focuses on replacing consumer-grade equipment with devices capable of surviving extreme weather, vibration, and high-pressure service environments.
The Cambridge Community Foundation has awarded a grant to MyFriendBen, a digital platform designed to help local families navigate the complex landscape of government assistance. By integrating with the MASSCAP network, the initiative aims to bridge the gap between eligible residents and billions of dollars in unclaimed public aid.
Boston-based fintech Forward Financing has finalized a $525 million capital injection, combining a $350 million variable funding note facility with a $175 million asset-backed securitization. This move pushes the company’s total committed funding capacity to nearly $700 million, signaling aggressive growth plans for its small business lending operations.
London-based broker PrimeXBT has been named winner of the Best Partnership Program award by World Finance. The recognition highlights the company's efforts to incentivize its affiliate network through a revenue-sharing model that offers participants up to 70 percent of generated commissions alongside lifetime payout structures.
Cambium, the digital platform aiming to modernize timber procurement, has acquired the 77-year-old specialty distributor General Woodcraft. This move marks the company’s fifth acquisition in five years, signaling a strategic effort to bridge legacy industry expertise with a unified, technology-driven national supply chain for high-performance building materials.
A 2026 follow-up study from UC Davis reveals that the widespread adulteration of avocado oil has migrated from bottled products into processed staples. Researchers found that 93% of chips labeled as using pure avocado oil and 100% of tested salad dressings contained cheaper, unauthorized seed oils instead.
Chevron with Techron has signed on as the presenting sponsor for the 2026 Los Angeles Auto Show, leveraging the event to debut a reformulated version of its proprietary gasoline additive. The partnership highlights a strategic push to showcase fuel innovation alongside the latest vehicle debuts in the nation's largest automotive market.
Home cooks struggling with overcrowded cupboards now have a streamlined alternative: the Dash Stacks Ceramic Cookware Set. This 16-piece system consolidates traditional kitchen gear into a single stackable unit, promising to clear 40% of cabinet space while integrating a high-powered electric burner directly into the cooking hardware.
With the average American employee’s annual healthcare spend projected to hit $8,460 this year—a 7.9% jump—the stakes for choosing a medical network have never been higher. San Francisco-based Serif Health is responding with a new benchmarking module designed to move beyond generic discounts toward granular, data-backed network evaluation.
Wichita, Kansas, now stands as the premier U.S. destination for aerospace and defense manufacturing, spearheading an industry-wide pivot from innovation-focused research to high-speed production. A new report by Global Location Strategies reveals that national investment has more than doubled since 2022, signaling a massive shift in industrial priorities.
The University of Maryland and U.S. Army Garrison Fort George G. Meade have signed the state’s first Intergovernmental Support Agreement, creating a formal framework for faculty and students to provide research and technical support for the installation’s modernization and operational needs.
Three million miniature Israeli flags will blanket grounds across the globe this October as the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews launches its third annual Flags of Fellowship campaign. The initiative aims to unite 2,500 congregations and organizations in a visual demonstration against the global surge in anti-Semitism.
Veterans and active-duty military personnel can now pursue industry-standard Agile certifications without out-of-pocket costs. Scaled Agile, Inc. has aligned its training programs with federal funding pathways, including the GI Bill and military Credentialing Assistance, to help service members transition their leadership experience into recognized civilian credentials.
Every salad dressing and mayonnaise product labeled as containing avocado oil in a new UC Davis study failed purity testing. Researchers found that manufacturers consistently adulterated these products with cheaper oils, while 93% of avocado oil-labeled chips similarly failed to meet basic standards for ingredient integrity.
A $300,000 grant from the KeyBank Foundation is set to expand the Youth Banking Connect initiative, a program designed to bridge the gap between first-time employment and financial literacy. The funding will scale efforts to provide young workers with secure bank accounts, direct deposit options, and essential financial education.
Southlake-based PSG has secured dual recognition in the 2026 Everest Group Recruitment Process Outsourcing PEAK Matrix, landing status as both a Major Contender and a Star Performer. This distinction highlights the firm’s rapid growth and the efficacy of its technology-driven approach to global talent acquisition.