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Michelle Ragusa-McBain Named to CRN 2026 Top 100 Executives List
Michelle Ragusa-McBain, the Global VP of Channels & Alliances at Corero Network Security, has secured a spot on CRN’s 2026 Top 100 Executives list. The recognition highlights her work in scaling partner-first strategies and strengthening global cyber resilience within the competitive DDoS protection market.
Freightos Integrates Air Cargo Booking into FreightSuite AI Platform
Freight forwarders can now access real-time air cargo booking directly within the FreightSuite transportation management system, as Freightos expands its digital infrastructure. The integration allows the AI-native platform to autonomously pull live capacity and pricing from over 75 airlines, effectively bypassing manual carrier portal navigation.
DTE Energy Ramps Up Infrastructure Investment Amid Earnings Growth
DTE Energy reported second-quarter earnings of $282 million, or $1.35 per share, as the Detroit-based utility funneled $2.6 billion into infrastructure projects during the first half of 2026. These capital expenditures prioritize grid reliability and large-scale clean energy transitions across Michigan to meet rising regional power demand.
Quannah Partners and LaSalle Sell Houston Industrial Facility
A 183,301-square-foot industrial facility in Houston’s northwest corridor has changed hands, marking a successful exit for developers Quannah Partners and LaSalle Investment Management. The Class A property, known as 290 Crossroads Commerce Center, was sold to a user-operator shortly after its June 2026 completion.
Meller Optics Opens Distribution for Beckman Coulter Centrifuge Windows
After supplying Beckman Coulter with centrifuge cell windows for over three decades, Providence-based Meller Optics is shifting its strategy by actively seeking new distributors. The company aims to broaden the market reach for its OEM-quality sapphire components designed specifically for high-speed analytical centrifuge systems.
Galaxy Digital to Build Large-Scale AI Data Center in McGregor, Texas
Galaxy Digital is expanding its high-performance computing footprint with the acquisition of 500 acres in McGregor, Texas. The company, which already operates a 1.6-gigawatt facility in West Texas, plans to transform the site into a multi-hundred-megawatt campus designed specifically for artificial intelligence and intensive data processing workloads.
Katalyst Acquires Durham-Based Managed Services Provider Layer27
Katalyst has acquired Layer27, a Durham-based firm specializing in cybersecurity and Microsoft cloud services. The deal, announced July 28, 2026, marks the first tuck-in acquisition for Katalyst since its partnership with e4n earlier this year, aiming to bolster technical expertise within the U.S. mid-market sector.
Nexus Acquires Telemetrix to Bridge Hospital and Home Care
Cleveland-based Nexus has acquired remote monitoring firm Telemetrix RPM, aiming to unify inpatient care with chronic disease management. By integrating remote data directly into electronic health records, the company intends to extend its clinical operating system beyond hospital walls and streamline workflows for nursing staff.
Generali GC&C scales AI-driven underwriting support across 27 countries
Generali Global Corporate & Commercial is deploying Whatfix’s AI-native digital adoption platform across its AGORA underwriting system. The rollout, spanning 27 countries, aims to standardize global operations by embedding intelligent, real-time guidance directly into workflows to reduce support dependency and ensure process consistency for underwriters.
Coupa Leverages $10 Trillion Spend Data for Corporate Sustainability
Coupa has published its sixth annual sustainability report, detailing how its autonomous spend management platform integrates AI-driven analytics with environmental and social governance. The company, which manages a $10 trillion dataset, asserts that data-centric procurement is now a primary driver for corporate resilience and ethical supply chain management.
Rothera Adopts Eventus Validus Platform to Scale Surveillance
With volume hitting 3.5 billion contracts since its May launch, the CFTC-regulated exchange Rothera has integrated the Validus platform to bolster its oversight capabilities. The partnership, announced July 28, aims to provide the necessary scalability for the exchange's rapidly expanding event contract marketplace and high-frequency trading environment.
Act Security Exits Stealth With $60 Million to Automate Cloud Access
Tel Aviv-based Act Security launched today with $60 million in backing to tackle cloud infrastructure vulnerabilities at their source. Founded by the team behind Medigate, the startup aims to replace reactive vulnerability patching with a deterministic model that strips away unused access paths before AI agents can exploit them.
Iridium and SKYWAVE Partner to Expand Industrial IoT Connectivity
Iridium Communications and SKYWAVE, an ORBCOMM company, have entered a strategic partnership to integrate Iridium’s LEO satellite network into SKYWAVE’s industrial IoT platform. The collaboration aims to provide heavy equipment manufacturers with seamless connectivity, enabling reliable remote monitoring and predictive maintenance across global, disconnected operating environments.
SamaCare Q2 2026 Data Reveals Persistent Friction in Drug Access
Patients face a 76.5% average approval rate for medical benefit drugs, with resolution times averaging 2.09 days, according to new Q2 2026 benchmarks from SamaCare. The data highlights that national averages mask significant bottlenecks, particularly for new therapy initiations and complex biologics across varied payer workflows.
BDR Brings Contractor Growth Training to North Texas
Texas home service contractors face a pivotal moment as economic pressures tighten consumer budgets. Business Development Resources (BDR) is addressing these financial and operational hurdles by hosting its Profit and Growth Accelerator Series, a two-day intensive training event arriving in the Dallas suburb of Argyle this August.
Newforma Enlists AWS for Seven-Year AI and Cloud Overhaul
Newforma is embarking on a seven-year partnership with Amazon Web Services to modernize its architecture, engineering, and construction software suite. The multi-year deal focuses on scaling cloud infrastructure, achieving FedRAMP compliance, and integrating generative AI tools directly into the company’s project management platforms.
Lemon Seed Marketing Podcast Wins 2026 HVAC All-Star Award
The HVAC community has selected "From the Yellow Chair" as the top industry podcast in the 2026 ACHR News HVAC All-Star Awards. Hosted by Crystal Williams and Emily Fleniken, the program provides a platform for contractors to exchange strategies on branding, lead generation, and business growth within the skilled trades.
S&P Global to Acquire Majority Stake in African Agency Agusto & Co.
S&P Global has entered into an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Agusto & Co., a prominent Pan-African credit rating agency. The move is designed to integrate the firm’s local market expertise across Nigeria, Kenya, Rwanda, and Ghana with S&P Global’s international infrastructure to bolster regional debt market transparency.
1inch Launches Aqua to Overhaul DeFi Liquidity Provisioning
Moving beyond traditional pool-based models, 1inch has officially launched Aqua, a self-custodial liquidity layer that allows providers to manage assets directly from their own wallets across 13 EVM chains. The protocol enables a single token balance to support multiple liquidity positions simultaneously without the need to lock assets into third-party pools.
OX Security Launches AINAPP Platform to Govern Autonomous AI Agents
Autonomous agents are increasingly writing code and executing workflows with minimal human oversight, creating a critical security gap. OX Security is addressing this by launching the first AI-Native Application Protection Platform (AINAPP), designed to govern the entire lifecycle of agentic development from the initial prompt to final runtime execution.
Philadelphia Airport Moves Maintenance Training to Virtual Simulations
Facing a shortage of skilled tradespeople and the departure of veteran staff, Philadelphia International Airport is shifting its maintenance training to an on-demand, simulation-based platform. The initiative aims to standardize technical development for over 500 technicians responsible for 3.2 million square feet of critical airport infrastructure.
S&P Global to Acquire Majority Stake in African Agency Agusto & Co.
S&P Global has entered an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Agusto & Co., a prominent credit rating agency operating across Nigeria, Kenya, Rwanda, and Ghana. The deal aims to bolster S&P’s footprint in African debt markets by merging its global analytical resources with the firm’s established regional expertise.
Meitav Investment House Credit Rating Lifted to Aa2.il
Midroog has upgraded Meitav Investment House to an Aa2.il issuer and Series D bond rating, citing the firm's robust financial health and market dominance. The move, which maintains a stable outlook for Israel’s largest investment house, reflects significant gains in profitability and leverage ratios over the current fiscal period.
Antares Labs Secures $7.25 Million to Automate Real Estate Operations
Chicago-based startup Antares Labs has emerged from stealth with $7.25 million in seed funding to provide custom-built AI systems for real estate institutions. Backed by Fifth Wall and Base10 Partners, the firm aims to integrate machine intelligence directly into existing corporate workflows rather than deploying standalone software dashboards.
China Literature Schedules First-Half 2026 Earnings Call
China Literature Limited will disclose its financial results for the first half of 2026 on August 11. The Hong Kong-based IP incubation platform intends to host a management-led conference call to review the company’s recent performance and operational developments for investors and industry analysts.
ATRenew Targets Global Markets With New Brand and B2B Platform
ATRenew has officially launched its international expansion strategy, anchoring the effort in Hong Kong with the debut of the FoneSquare B2B marketplace and the ReRe consumer brand. The Chinese recycler is leveraging its proprietary inspection technology to standardize the pre-owned electronics trade across key global hubs.
Global Aerosol Can Market Projected to Reach $8.99 Billion by 2031
The global aerosol cans market is set for steady expansion, with projections indicating growth from $7.27 billion in 2026 to $8.99 billion by 2031. Analysts attribute this 4.3% compound annual growth rate to shifting consumer lifestyles, rapid urbanization, and an increasing industry focus on sustainable, recyclable packaging solutions.
Brightstar Lottery Earns Top Global Disability Inclusion Ranking
Brightstar Lottery PLC has been named a top performer on the 2026 Disability Index, a global benchmark measuring corporate efforts to integrate individuals with disabilities. The recognition highlights the company’s internal programs and hiring practices as it continues to expand its international lottery operations and digital infrastructure.
Hycroft Mining Closes Q2 2026 With $220.5 Million in Cash
Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation enters the second half of 2026 with a robust balance sheet, reporting $220.5 million in unrestricted cash and zero debt. The Winnemucca-based firm continues to prioritize its large-scale precious metals project in Nevada, maintaining an injury-free safety record while accelerating exploration efforts.
Dover Corporation to Acquire Extrusion Specialist Cloeren
Dover Corporation has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Cloeren Incorporated, a specialized manufacturer of high-performance extrusion T-dies and feedblocks. The deal, which aims to bolster Dover's Pumps & Process Solutions segment, will integrate Cloeren into the MAAG business unit upon the transaction's expected closure later this year.