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American Water and Essential Utilities Clear Antitrust Hurdle
The proposed merger between American Water Works and Essential Utilities moved closer to completion following the expiration of the federal antitrust waiting period. The Hart-Scott-Rodino Act review concluded late August 14, removing a significant regulatory obstacle for the two utility giants as they eye a 2027 consolidation.
Jumptuit Secures USPTO Patent for Predictive Health Risk AI
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has issued a Notice of Allowance to Jumptuit for its system designed to forecast health risks before environmental exposure occurs. The technology, developed by founder Donald Leka, creates individualized health alerts by synthesizing real-time geolocation, environmental conditions, and personal medical data.
V2X Chief Growth Officer Roger Mason Tapped to Lead NRO
The U.S. Senate confirmed Dr. L. Roger Mason Jr. as the new Director of the National Reconnaissance Office, marking a high-profile transition from the private sector to the helm of one of the nation’s most sensitive intelligence agencies. Mason departs his role as Chief Growth Officer at V2X effective immediately.
Advasa Holdings Cleared for Nasdaq Direct Listing
Fintech payment firm Advasa Holdings, Inc. is set to begin trading on the Nasdaq Global Market on or about August 18, 2026. The company, which specializes in Earned Wage Access solutions, confirmed its registration statement was declared effective by the SEC following approval to list under the ticker symbol ADBT.
American Red Cross Targets $300 Million to Shore Up Blood Supply
With the national donor base shrinking by 40 percent over two decades and hospital demand projected to climb 12 percent by 2030, the American Red Cross is launching the LifeBlood Fund. The five-year, $300 million initiative aims to modernize infrastructure and reverse a precarious trend in blood availability.
Kelun-Biotech Revenue Doubles as ADC Portfolio Hits Global Market
Chengdu-based Kelun-Biotech reported a 112% surge in pharmaceutical product sales for the first half of 2026, reaching RMB 657 million. The company’s rapid growth is anchored by its proprietary ADC platform, which has successfully transitioned from local clinical trials to high-impact international partnerships and expanded treatment indications.
Port of Subs Targets Back-to-School Season With New Menu and Rewards
As summer fades into the back-to-school rush, Reno-based sandwich franchise Port of Subs is rolling out a seasonal menu expansion and a series of promotional incentives. The chain aims to capture the busy end-of-summer market by pairing new limited-time items with aggressive loyalty rewards and expanded catering options for families.
USANA Consolidates Fitness Supplements into Single Drink Mix
Salt Lake City-based USANA Health Sciences is moving to streamline daily fitness regimens with the release of Clear Protein + Creatine Mix. The new product replaces the need for three separate supplements by combining whey protein, micronized creatine, and electrolytes into a single, low-calorie beverage available in two fruit flavors.
Madison Air to Acquire ebm-papst for $5 Billion
Chicago-based Madison Air Solutions is set to acquire German airflow technology leader ebm-papst in a deal valued at $5 billion. The acquisition, expected to close by the end of 2026, aims to double Madison Air’s addressable market while integrating advanced fan and motor systems into its global portfolio.
Thunes and Fiserv Partner to Accelerate Global Merchant Payouts
Twelve billion bank accounts and mobile wallets across 140 countries are now within reach for Fiserv’s merchant clients. Through a new integration with the Thunes Direct Global Network, platforms and marketplaces can bypass traditional friction to execute real-time international payments to employees, suppliers, and service providers instantly.
Fullglass Education Integrates Interactive Tools with OpenStax
Faculty using OpenStax open educational resources can now port their textbooks directly into the Fullglass platform, transforming static content into interactive courseware. This partnership aims to bridge the gap between free, high-quality academic materials and the digital tools required to boost student engagement and accessibility within campus learning systems.
Frontier Aerospace Secures First Block-Buy Contract for M-Series Engines
A classified U.S. defense program has tapped Frontier Aerospace to supply high-performance attitude control engines, marking the company’s first block-buy contract for its M-Series propulsion line. The deal positions the Thousand Oaks-based firm as a key supplier for national security space operations requiring rapid, flight-qualified hardware.
AngloGold Ashanti Doubles Down on Thesis Gold & Silver with C$58.5M Buy-in
AngloGold Ashanti is set to nearly double its stake in Thesis Gold & Silver, committing C$58.5 million to the junior developer. The move bolsters the major producer's position in the Toodoggone Mining District, raising its ownership in the Lawyers-Ranch project from 5% to 9.7% ahead of critical feasibility milestones.
From Spare Bedroom to Inc. 5000: The Scaling of Chris Corzo Injury Attorneys
Five years after launching a legal practice from an upstairs bedroom in his Baton Rouge home, Chris Corzo has transformed a one-man operation into a 25-person firm. The organization now holds the No. 1,592 spot on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list, reflecting a rapid 219% three-year growth trajectory.
Freightos Posts Record Revenue Amidst Middle East Shipping Volatility
Freightos reported a record $7.7 million in revenue for the second quarter of 2026, exceeding management expectations despite ongoing disruptions to international shipping corridors. The logistics platform narrowed its losses significantly, citing a faster-than-anticipated recovery in transaction volumes across key Middle East trade routes.
Visteon Sets September Dividend Payout
Shareholders of Visteon Corporation will receive a quarterly dividend of $0.375 per common share, following an announcement from the company’s board of directors on August 17. The payout is scheduled for distribution on September 15, 2026, for those listed as shareholders by the close of business on September 1.
Touchmark Launches AI Compute Futures Market with Tölt Strategies
California-based Touchmark Technologies entered the market on August 14, debuting a trading platform for AI inference compute capacity. The launch, supported by regulatory firm Tölt Strategies, allows commercial buyers and producers to trade forward contracts, aiming to stabilize costs in the volatile AI infrastructure sector.
Pulsenmore Secures $1.27 Million Grant for AI Ultrasound Innovation
The Israel Innovation Authority has awarded Pulsenmore a $1.27 million grant to accelerate the development of its SmartScan AI program. This funding, the second of its kind in a month, underscores the company's push to integrate artificial intelligence into home ultrasound technology and streamline remote diagnostic workflows.
Otis Secures Contract for China’s Tianjin 117 Tower Supertall Project
Otis has been tapped to supply 251 elevators and escalators for the Tianjin 117 Tower, a nearly 600-meter skyscraper in northern China. The contract marks a return to the site for the company, which will modernize existing transit systems and install new units to service the country's third-tallest building.
Solitude Pipeline System Clears Final Investment Decision
A consortium led by WhiteWater has greenlit the Solitude Pipeline System, a dual 48-inch natural gas route connecting the Permian Basin to Katy, Texas. This infrastructure project, backed by long-term agreements with investment-grade shippers, aims to address the growing demand for natural gas transport to the Gulf Coast.
Indianapolis Homeowners Urged to Inspect Aging Plumbing Infrastructure
Homes built before 1986 remain at heightened risk for lead contamination and structural failure, prompting Indianapolis-based Complete Comfort Heating, Air and Plumbing to push for system assessments during National Water Quality Month as residents face the mounting costs of degraded, legacy pipe infrastructure.
VinFast Shifts Strategy Toward Measured Autonomy and Localized Supply
At the Bloomberg Sustainable Business Summit, Vingroup executive Anne Pham outlined a cautious roadmap for VinFast, prioritizing incremental driver-assistance technology and regional manufacturing hubs over speculative autonomy claims. The strategy aims to navigate global trade volatility while maintaining a steady path toward break-even profitability in Vietnam by 2027.
Glenpool's Quality Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric Hits Inc. 5000
A 112% revenue surge over three years has propelled Glenpool-based Quality Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric onto the 2026 Inc. 5000 list. The locally owned service provider, which has operated in the Tulsa area since 2014, secured the No. 2,806 spot among the fastest-growing private companies in the United States.
Castle Biosciences Joins Newly Launched Nasdaq Texas Exchange
Friendswood-based diagnostics firm Castle Biosciences has secured approval for a dual listing on the newly established Nasdaq Texas exchange. The move allows the company to maintain its primary presence on The Nasdaq Global Market while leveraging the Dallas-headquartered platform to bolster its regional visibility and investor engagement.
Liberty Petroleum Eyes Helium Reserves in Western Australia
As global helium supplies dwindle following strikes on Qatari infrastructure, Liberty Petroleum is pivoting its sights toward the Officer Basin. The company claims its 20-million-acre Australian exploration site, originally slated for oil and gas, potentially harbors over 950 billion cubic feet of the critical, non-renewable gas.
Clutch Now Powers AI for One in Five US Credit Union Members
With 30 million members now interacting with its autonomous agents, San Francisco-based fintech Clutch has reached a significant scale in the credit union sector. Six of the ten largest credit unions in the U.S. have abandoned fragmented, single-purpose AI tools in favor of the company's unified governance and engagement platform.
Western Midstream Joins Solitude Pipeline Project for Permian Expansion
Two 48-inch natural gas pipelines will soon bridge the gap between the Permian Basin and Katy, Texas, as Western Midstream Partners officially confirms its 7.5% stake in the Solitude Pipeline System joint venture, a project designed to move 4.5 billion cubic feet of gas daily by 2030.
Henry D. Shannon to Retire as Chaffey College President
Standing before hundreds of faculty and staff at the annual convocation, Henry D. Shannon confirmed his departure from Chaffey College after nearly two decades at the helm. The veteran educator, who transformed the institution’s academic standing and campus infrastructure, will step down from his leadership role on September 24.
Loftware Chief Product Officer Michelle Northey Earns Trailblazer Award
Michelle Northey, Chief Product Officer at Loftware, has been named a recipient of the 2026 Women in Supply Chain Forum™ Award in the Trailblazers category. The honor recognizes her leadership in developing scalable, connected supply chain technologies that drive global innovation and measurable financial impact for complex enterprise operations.
Freightos Taps Yaron Eldad as New Chief Financial Officer
Yaron Eldad, a veteran executive with over 25 years of experience in public company finance and business scaling, will take the helm as Chief Financial Officer at Freightos Limited on September 1. He joins the executive leadership team under CEO Pablo Pinillos, tasked with steering the firm’s financial trajectory.