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Eve Air Mobility and RV Connex to Shape Thailand's AAM Regulations
Eve Air Mobility and Thai aerospace firm RV Connex have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish the regulatory architecture for urban air mobility in Thailand. The partnership aims to align local aviation standards with global requirements, paving the way for the future deployment of electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft.
Bloom Energy Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Scandium Sourcing
Investors who acquired Bloom Energy stock between February 27, 2025, and July 8, 2026, are facing a class action lawsuit filed by Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP. The litigation targets alleged misrepresentations regarding the company’s reliance on scandium sourced from China through various international intermediaries.
Chipotle Targets Back-to-School Season with Apparel-Based BOGO Deals
Chipotle Mexican Grill is leveraging the back-to-school season with a series of promotional offers designed to drive traffic. On August 20, customers sporting school-branded apparel can secure a buy-one-get-one entrée deal, followed by a three-week Sunday promotion aimed at capitalizing on social media trends for end-of-weekend meal routines.
Metro Diner Debuts First Location in Lecanto
The culinary landscape of Citrus County expanded this week as Metro Diner opened its latest location at 3351 W. Norvell Bryant Hwy. The 3,710-square-foot establishment, situated within the Summit View at Corta Commons, brings the chain’s signature comfort food to the region’s rapidly developing commercial corridor.
MyGolfSpy Secures Investment to Build Independent Golf Media Platform
The acquisition of MyGolfSpy by Graham Sports & Entertainment Partners and Bolt Ventures marks a pivot toward a new, independent golf media ecosystem. By leveraging the capital of David Blitzer’s family office, the deal aims to scale the equipment testing brand into a broader platform for data, commerce, and experiences.
DEFSEC Technologies Targets CAD$5.54 Million in Private Placement
Ottawa-based defense contractor DEFSEC Technologies is set to raise approximately CAD$5.54 million through a private placement of common shares and pre-funded warrants. The offering, managed by H.C. Wainwright & Co., aims to bolster the company’s capital reserves for market development and intellectual property initiatives.
Petram Wins $40,000 Merage Challenge for Electric Rock-Breaking Tech
A U.S. startup has secured the top prize in the Jonathan Merage Global Subsurface Tech Challenge, earning $40,000 for a plasma-based rock-crushing system. The technology, designed to replace explosives with clean electricity, aims to streamline heavy construction on Earth while preparing for future infrastructure projects on the Moon.
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.