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At the Asia-Pacific Broadband Development Summit in Bangkok, the World Broadband Association officially launched AI-Net, a new certification framework designed to steer global digital infrastructure from connectivity-focused architectures toward intelligence-driven systems as the industry shifts into the Net5.5G era.
AgPlenus, a subsidiary of Evogene, has launched an Antifungal Potency Predictor (APP) model designed to identify high-efficacy crop protection molecules before chemical synthesis. By forecasting biological activity directly from chemical structures, the tool aims to accelerate the discovery of fungicides capable of overcoming rising global pathogen resistance.
Borr Drilling Limited will report its financial performance for the second quarter of 2026 on August 11, following the close of the New York Stock Exchange. The Bermuda-based offshore drilling contractor has scheduled an investor conference call and live webcast for the following morning to discuss the results.
Coveo Solutions Inc. has received approval from the Toronto Stock Exchange to launch a new normal course issuer bid, authorizing the company to repurchase up to 5,101,789 subordinate voting shares over the next year. The program, which represents 10% of the company's public float, begins on July 17, 2026.
Conagra Brands will issue a quarterly dividend of $0.175 per share on September 2, 2026, to stockholders of record as of July 30. The move establishes an annualized rate of $0.70 per share, marking a shift in the Chicago-based food company’s capital allocation strategy aimed at debt reduction and margin stabilization.
Conagra Brands reported a $1.9 billion net loss for fiscal 2026, driven by massive non-cash goodwill and brand impairment charges. Despite the bottom-line deficit, the Chicago-based food giant is slashing its dividend to $0.70 per share as new CEO John Brase pivots toward stabilizing margins and reducing organizational complexity.
Coveo Solutions has received approval from the Toronto Stock Exchange to renew its normal course issuer bid, authorizing the company to repurchase up to 5,101,789 subordinate voting shares. The buyback window spans twelve months, beginning July 17, 2026, and targets roughly 10% of the firm's current public float.
Providence-based Laser Research Optics is clearing its inventory of production overruns, offering first-quality CO2 laser components at discounts reaching 40 percent. The company, a division of Meller Optics, has launched a dynamic online portal to track available stock for immediate overnight shipping to industrial and medical clients.
QuickBooks users can now bypass the expense of pre-printed checks through an updated software bundle from Halfpricesoft.com. The latest version of the ezCheckPrinting and Virtual Printer combo introduces enterprise-grade security and increased transaction limits while maintaining a flat-fee pricing model that avoids recurring monthly subscription costs.
Nostalgia meets the deep freeze as Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard unveils a limited-time flavor inspired by the classic Shirley Temple. Starting July 20, the Philadelphia-based chain will offer a cherry and citrus-infused ice, topped with a signature shimmering garnish, at participating locations across its global network.
At the Asia-Pacific Broadband Development Summit in Bangkok, the World Broadband Association officially introduced AI-Net, a new certification framework designed to shift global data communications from connectivity-centric models to intelligence-driven infrastructure, marking a strategic move toward the industry's anticipated 2030 standards.
Engineers facing the mechanical headache of connecting disparate shaft sizes now have a bespoke solution from Wilmington-based Stafford Manufacturing Corp. The company’s new line of rigid couplings allows for the secure mating of nonstandard shafts, bridging the gap between varying diameters and styles through precision customization.
Veteran defense executive Meron Raz has been named Chairman of the Board at Iron Brain, an Israeli startup specializing in AI-driven intelligence and security systems. His appointment, backed by shareholder Cortica, signals a strategic push to scale the company’s presence within the global defense-tech market through his extensive international network.
With $60 million in fresh seed funding, Oak has emerged from stealth to tackle the security industry’s most persistent vulnerability: identity management. Led by serial entrepreneurs Shai Morag and Tal Marom, the company aims to replace fragmented legacy tools with an AI-native operating system built for human and machine agents.
Fifteen miles west of Boston, a 14-acre expanse of wooded landscape is transforming into the town’s first professionally managed, upscale rental enclave. Mill Creek Residential has officially opened preleasing for Modera Weston, a 172-home garden-style development that blends modern, high-end living with the preservation of local historic structures.
IndySoft has bolstered its executive ranks by appointing Alex Maxfield as Commercial Revenue Officer and Chad Dodds as Chief Technology Officer. The move signals a strategic push to accelerate global growth and software innovation, while company co-founder Ben Sykes shifts into a specialized role focused on long-term system architecture.
Four historic swan benches will be unveiled at the Smithsonian’s Kathrine Dulin Folger Rose Garden this September, marking a dual celebration of Princess Grace’s cultural impact and the 70th anniversary of her marriage to Prince Rainier III, an event that underscores the deep diplomatic ties between Monaco and the United States.
Opus Fund Services has unveiled an upgraded digital platform for alternative investment managers, aiming to streamline workflows for over 100,000 global investors. The new portal shifts away from static documentation toward dynamic, self-service reporting and automated capital calls across hedge funds, private equity, and venture capital strategies.
With form factors as small as a grain of rice, Identiv is pushing RFID technology into previously inaccessible territory. The expanded ID-Tiny portfolio allows manufacturers to embed secure digital identities into items ranging from surgical instruments and pharmaceutical vials to luxury jewelry and consumer electronics components.
Driven by heightened investor demand, Full Circle Lithium has upsized its non-brokered private placement from 12.5 million to 20 million units. The company successfully closed the first tranche, securing approximately C$3.4 million to fuel the production and market expansion of its FCL-X battery fire suppression technology.
Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation has named Michael Deal as its new Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, effective August 24, 2026. Deal joins the Nevada-based precious metals company with over two decades of experience in technical leadership and large-scale mine operation management across North America.
As the American population ages, the American College of Surgeons and The Leapfrog Group have partnered to launch a national designation for hospitals excelling in geriatric surgical care. Starting in 2027, this initiative will provide patients and caregivers with a standardized metric for identifying facilities equipped to manage complex age-related risks.
Technology analyst Dan Ives is pivoting from pure research to principal investment, joining forces with Yorkville Securities to launch Yorkville Ives & Co. The new merchant bank aims to capitalize on the current artificial intelligence boom by merging traditional advisory services with direct capital deployment and equity research under one roof.
With over 51 million American adults currently managing chronic pain, the demand for non-surgical recovery options has hit a new peak. OrthoLazer is responding to this shift by opening its second Texas location in Frisco, a rapidly expanding hub for families and athletes seeking alternatives to traditional pain medication.
Moving money globally now mirrors the speed of email as Stable, the Tether-aligned Layer 1 blockchain, debuts its StablePay mobile application. By leveraging stablecoin rails, the platform enables users to send and receive USDT instantly across borders without the traditional friction of banking intermediaries, gas fees, or complex wallet management.
Septa Pharmaceuticals Inc. has finalized the acquisition of the alkylating agent CeeNU (Lomustine) from Bristol Myers Squibb, Canada. Effective June 29, 2026, the deal bolsters the Mississauga-based company’s oncology portfolio and signals a move to secure long-term supply for patients battling brain tumors and Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
With $65 million in new Series B funding, California-based Senra Systems is moving to eliminate the manual production bottlenecks currently stalling aerospace and defense manufacturing. The company, which recently brought a 80,000-square-foot facility online, now plans to scale its proprietary software-driven assembly to meet surging demand for complex wire harnesses.
In Mississippi County, Arkansas, construction has officially commenced on the Steel River Energy Center. This massive infrastructure undertaking, a partnership between Cypress Creek Energy and Google, aims to deliver 2.5 gigawatts of solar generation and 2.9 gigawatt-hours of battery storage, setting a new benchmark for domestic renewable energy development.
Septa Pharmaceuticals Inc. has finalized the acquisition of CeeNU, an alkylating agent used to treat brain tumors and Hodgkin's lymphoma, from Bristol Myers Squibb Canada. The deal, effective June 29, 2026, signals a major expansion of the Mississauga-based firm's oncology portfolio as it looks to secure long-term drug availability.
Ceragon Networks has landed a two-year, $3.4 million managed services contract to oversee a major mobile operator's network in Mexico. The agreement covers comprehensive support for approximately 2,290 links, marking a strategic expansion of the company’s footprint within the Latin American telecommunications market.