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With enrollment for its pivotal STRIDE clinical trial complete and an $85 million Series C financing round secured, CereVasc has opened a new research and manufacturing facility in Wilmington. The site aims to bridge the gap between experimental development and the potential commercial rollout of its minimally invasive eShunt system.
DJI has officially launched the Osmo Pocket 4P, a dual-lens gimbal camera that brings cinema-grade technology into a handheld form factor. By pairing a 1-inch CMOS sensor with 17 stops of dynamic range and a dedicated 60mm medium-telephoto lens, the device aims to bridge the gap between hobbyist gear and professional production tools.
A 160nm scanning range packed into a miniaturized chassis defines the new W4 Mini FBG Interrogator from Femto Sensing International. Launched this week, the device targets industrial and remote monitoring sectors that require high-capacity sensor networks without the hardware bulk or energy demands of traditional laboratory-grade equipment.
Allergan Aesthetics will host its fourth annual JUVÉDERM Day on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, marking two decades since the brand first received FDA approval. The company is offering promotional gift cards and loyalty rewards for members of its Allē program to celebrate the milestone anniversary.
Drawing architectural cues from Madrid’s 17th-century corralas, Birkenstock has unveiled its second retail location in the Spanish capital. Located in the affluent Salamanca district, the store marks the German footwear brand's 51st retail footprint in Europe, signaling a push to deepen its connection with the growing Spanish consumer base.
Austin-based Invicti Security has launched its Agentic Pentest platform, a hybrid system that pairs autonomous AI reasoning with deterministic proof-based DAST. The tool aims to overcome the scalability limits of manual penetration testing by identifying exploitable vulnerabilities through adaptive attack planning and validated, evidence-backed security reports.
By integrating Anyscale’s specialized software layer with its own physical infrastructure, Nscale aims to create a vertically integrated platform capable of managing the entire AI lifecycle. The deal, which brings 200 employees into the Nscale fold, marks a strategic consolidation of hardware power and machine learning orchestration.
Artificial intelligence remains the primary engine for memory demand heading into 2027, yet market conditions are fracturing. While persistent constraints in HBM production and server demand will likely keep DRAM supply tight and prices rising, the NAND Flash market faces a structural shift toward surplus as new capacity comes online.
Fewer than 10% of Americans struggling with gambling disorder ever seek professional help, a gap often fueled by a lack of specialized care. A new peer-reviewed study from Birches Health now provides evidence that virtual, disorder-specific interventions can produce clinically meaningful results in as little as 14 days.
Elkhart-based component provider Patrick Industries reported $1.04 billion in second-quarter revenue, a marginal dip from last year as gains in its marine and powersports segments failed to fully offset a double-digit decline in the recreational vehicle sector, where wholesale shipments fell by 16% during the quarter.
Boston-based Lydian has closed a $43 million Series A round to accelerate the production of cost-competitive synthetic aviation fuel. Led by Breakthrough Energy Ventures, the funding will support the deployment of PIVOT, a standardized modular platform designed to slash capital costs and reduce lifecycle emissions by up to 95%.
A century-old manufacturing hub at 402 5th Avenue in Brunswick, Maryland, has entered its latest iteration as the new home of Puerto Rico Distillery. Founders Angel and Crystal Rivera are marking the transition by releasing a limited-run spirit, Clandestino Añejo, which bridges island heritage with local industrial history.
Starlight Investments has finalized the initial phase of The Parklands, a major build-to-rent development in Kent. The project launch introduces 58 studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom units to the Dartford market, marking the first milestone in a broader 231-suite residential expansion within London’s commuter belt.
A third-party valuation firm has signaled a significant increase in the market worth of HG Home Guardian, the Corona del Mar-based startup developing proactive home intelligence systems. The assessment arrives as the company transitions from product development toward large-scale commercial deployment of its predictive monitoring platform.
Natchitoches-based pharmacy benefit manager Liviniti has secured a renewal of its HITRUST i1 certification, confirming the company’s adherence to rigorous cybersecurity standards. This independent validation covers the organization's core infrastructure, including its claims platform and member portals, against evolving threats and industry-standard data protection requirements.
Security teams often struggle with static reports and generic automation that fail to account for unique organizational workflows. Legion Security is addressing this gap with DragonClaw, a new orchestration layer designed to interpret analyst intent and execute complex security tasks based on the specific context of an enterprise environment.
The U.S. Intelligence Community and Department of War are moving to secure sovereign artificial intelligence infrastructure through a new partnership between Leidos and CoreWeave. By combining Leidos’ mission-critical integration experience with CoreWeave’s specialized cloud platform, the companies aim to deploy high-performance AI environments within classified government facilities.
QKS Group has identified AuraQuantic as the Most Valuable Pioneer in its 2026 AI Maturity Matrix for Intelligent Business Process Management Suites. The recognition highlights the platform’s shift from static workflow automation toward an execution-centric model that embeds governed, task-specific intelligence directly into business operations.
San Jose-based Reallusion has launched AccuFACE 2, a significant upgrade to its facial motion capture plugin for iClone. The software introduces GPU-accelerated tracking tailored for Character Creator 5 HD models, enabling creators to capture complex emotional expressions and lip-sync data using standard webcams or mobile devices.
With over 25 years of experience at major corporations like US Foods and General Motors Financial, Mel Hudson-Nowak has been named Chief Technology Officer at Keller Logistics Group. Her arrival signals a push to modernize the Defiance-based provider’s warehousing, trucking, and brokerage platforms through enterprise-scale digital transformation.
Hot Chili is aggressively fast-tracking its La Verde copper-gold porphyry deposit in coastal Chile, positioning the asset as a cornerstone for the broader Costa Fuego project. The company has secured US$15 million in non-dilutive funding through an expanded royalty agreement with OR Royalties to accelerate development.
Raleigh motorists now have access to a refreshed lineup of pre-owned vehicles as Auction Direct USA bolsters its inventory. The dealership is positioning its latest collection of sedans, trucks, and SUVs to capture a market segment increasingly focused on finding reliable, budget-conscious transportation options amidst shifting consumer demands.
Tim C. Valentine has joined Potomac Bank as Vice President and SBA Lending Officer, tasked with driving commercial growth across Northern Virginia. Operating from the bank's Ashburn office, Valentine brings extensive experience in business banking to expand the institution’s Small Business Administration loan portfolio and regional presence.
Catalyst Bancorp, Inc. posted net income of $524,000 for the second quarter of 2026, a slight dip from the previous quarter's $558,000, as the Opelousas-based institution finalized its acquisition of Lakeside Bancshares and navigated a period of declining loan volumes.
Thousands of motorcyclists descending on South Dakota this August will find a new staple at the Sturgis Buffalo Chip. Sky High Brands has clinched the exclusive title of official THC partner for the 2026 rally, bringing its hemp-derived beverages and edibles to the heart of the legendary concert venue.
Irvine-based memory innovator Netlist swung to a $1.4 million profit in the second quarter of 2026, marking a sharp reversal from the $6.1 million loss recorded during the same period last year as the company continues to aggressively defend its intellectual property portfolio.
Women testing positive for bacterial vaginosis are more than three times as likely to harbor non-viral sexually transmitted infections compared to those without the condition. A new study of 1.5 million patients underscores the necessity of comprehensive diagnostic testing to catch potentially serious reproductive health complications early.
Chicago-based commercial real estate giant JLL reported record diluted earnings of $4.59 per share for the second quarter of 2026, marking a 100% increase in local currency compared to the same period last year. The firm’s strong performance was underpinned by a broad-based surge in advisory service demand and disciplined platform execution.
DarioHealth is launching an integrated GLP-1 program that fuses its digital chronic care technology with a provider-backed clinical network. By embedding medical evaluation and prescription oversight directly into its existing platform, the company aims to move beyond simple engagement tools to provide a comprehensive, end-to-end journey for patients.
Agricultural machinery giant AGCO reported a 1% decline in second-quarter net sales to $2.6 billion, as farmers delayed equipment investments due to mounting macroeconomic uncertainty and elevated operating costs. The company is now recalibrating its annual targets, signaling a more conservative stance for the remainder of 2026.