The rare, porous grain of Japanese Mizunara oak meets the subtropical intensity of Yilan County in Kavalan’s latest limited release. For this collection, the Taiwanese distillery tapped contemporary artist Takahide Komatsu to adorn bottles with native butterfly species, bridging the gap between rigorous cooperage and delicate natural aesthetics.
Patients at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago now have direct access to complex specialty medications following the launch of a new 2,050-square-foot outpatient pharmacy. Located in the hospital’s Schaumburg center, the facility aims to streamline clinical support for children managing chronic and intensive medical conditions.
Lexington-based biotechnology firm Curis, Inc. has priced a $5.6 million public offering, targeting institutional investors to support the ongoing development of its emavusertib clinical program. The company is issuing over 3.7 million shares and accompanying warrants, with the capital earmarked for research activities and general corporate operations.
Nine in ten Arizona voters report that meeting basic monthly expenses has become a struggle, with new research from the Center for the Future of Arizona highlighting housing costs as the primary driver of widespread financial instability across the state’s electorate, regardless of political affiliation or generational divide.
While 58% of American organizations now integrate artificial intelligence into core business processes, a wide readiness gap persists. New research from CGI reveals that only 36% of these companies possess an enterprise-wide AI strategy, leaving many struggling to balance rapid technological acceleration with outdated legacy systems and talent shortages.
Lucid Diagnostics processed 2,770 EsoGuard tests in the second quarter of 2026, generating $1.5 million in revenue as the company expands its commercial footprint. The New York-based firm, which focuses on esophageal cancer prevention, is currently navigating the regulatory landscape while seeking broader Medicare coverage for its diagnostic tools.
After three decades navigating global capital markets and high-stakes investment banking, Dana Weinstein has been appointed to the board of directors at Kellermeyer Bergensons Services. Her transition to the Oceanside-based facility provider, effective August 11, signals a strategic push to sharpen the firm’s focus on profitable growth and market expansion.
Burlington-based Dynatec Systems, a specialist in membrane-based industrial wastewater treatment, has been acquired by middle-market private equity firm Astara Capital Partners. Founded in 1978, the company serves a diverse roster of blue-chip clients, ranging from automotive manufacturers to data centers, as industrial demand for water reuse technologies continues to climb.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has secured the top three positions in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards for extended stay brands, with ECHO Suites taking the No. 1 spot. This sweep marks the company as the only major hotel franchisor to lead across the economy, midscale, and upscale segments.
The Baltic Dry Index surged 9.2% in July to reach 2,732 points, signaling a robust recovery in global dry bulk shipping. High-Trend International Group attributes this growth to rising iron ore demand from Brazil and West Africa, alongside complex route realignments driven by ongoing geopolitical tensions in key maritime corridors.
With salary aggregators often providing conflicting data, executive search firm TYGES International has released a free BCBA compensation tool based exclusively on verified placement outcomes. By utilizing internal records from 2025 onwards, the firm aims to provide clinicians and hiring managers with a more reliable benchmark for market rates.
Investors holding stock in HVAC manufacturer AAON will receive a cash dividend of $0.10 per share this autumn. The payout, authorized by the company’s Board of Directors, marks the latest distribution in a regular quarterly cycle for the Tulsa-based firm as it continues its focus on high-efficiency climate control technology.
The Sonata, a 12-story luxury condominium in Washington, D.C.’s Mount Vernon Square, has selected FirstService Residential to oversee its property operations. The management firm, which operates throughout North America, intends to apply its hospitality-focused service model to the 75-residence glass-façade building.
A $100 million equity injection has cleared the path for CleanCore Solutions to pivot into AI infrastructure, shifting the company’s focus toward the development of high-capacity data centers. The firm, which is rebranding as Zone Frontier Inc., now holds $140 million in capital committed to its flagship Minnesota campus.
NextPlat Corp significantly tightened its financial performance in the second quarter of 2026, slashing its net loss by 87% to $144,000. Driven by a strategic pivot toward high-margin 340B pharmacy contracts and expanded e-commerce operations, the company achieved a record 40% gross margin during the three-month period.
Fire risks from improperly discarded batteries are prompting a new alliance between The Battery Network and the National Waste & Recycling Association. By signing a memorandum of understanding, the groups aim to overhaul consumer disposal habits and provide waste professionals with the infrastructure needed to prevent hazardous battery-related incidents.
Drawing on its experience in odor-control technology, Compost Genie is expanding its product line with a new 4.92-liter countertop bin. The device aims to simplify household food waste management by offering a compact, ventilated design tailored for small urban spaces and modern kitchen environments.
With a 102 percent revenue surge over the last three years, Express Wash Concepts has earned its sixth consecutive position on the Inc. 5000 list. The Columbus-based operator of 142 car wash locations currently holds the number 3,005 spot among the fastest-growing private companies in the United States.
Artificial intelligence has democratized software creation, rendering traditional venture capital strategies obsolete. With the barrier to building complex products effectively erased by new tools, Grey Sheep Ventures partner Tahnoon Murtza argues that investors must pivot away from product-centric models toward distribution, audience access, and authentic founder relationships.
A 6 percent recidivism rate among clients receiving support services suggests that integrated reentry models significantly outperform national benchmarks. New data from Seattle-based Pioneer Human Services highlights a 74 percent diversion rate for participants, marking a sharp departure from the typical cycle of rearrests seen across the federal justice system.
One in four Veterans who suffer a hip fracture requires long-term care, a statistic that former VA Secretary David J. Shulkin hopes to rewrite. A new white paper authored by Shulkin and physical therapist Rebecca J. Tarbert proposes integrating injury-mitigation technology into existing Veterans Health Administration fall-prevention programs.
Ingrid Groenewold has joined JOTO PR Disruptors as Director of Service Delivery, tasked with bridging the gap between strategic planning and campaign execution. Bringing over 25 years of executive experience, she will oversee production workflows and cross-departmental accountability to ensure client results align with the firm’s signature Anti-PR model.
Ottawa-based DEFSEC Technologies Inc. posted a 92% increase in total revenue for the third quarter of fiscal 2026, bolstered by a 121% surge in digitization services for government programs. The defense contractor simultaneously confirmed the completion of U.S. Army testing for its BLISS laser detection system.
Ottawa-based DEFSEC Technologies saw its revenue climb 92% in the third quarter of fiscal 2026, driven by a surge in government digitization contracts. The company also confirmed the successful completion of U.S. Army testing for its BLISS laser detection system, signaling a potential shift toward wider military deployment.
BTQ Technologies has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Korean IT conglomerate ITCENGLOBAL to integrate post-quantum cryptography into the nation’s critical financial and public-sector infrastructure. The partnership leverages ITCEN PNS’s existing regulatory-approved security platforms to deploy quantum-resistant defenses against emerging digital threats.
Toronto-based Auxly Cannabis Group posted a record performance for the second quarter of 2026, reporting $45.8 million in net revenue. This 18% year-over-year increase, bolstered by strong demand for flower and pre-roll products, underscores the company's efforts to scale operations while maintaining a disciplined focus on profitability.
The Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority reported a significant financial swing for the fiscal third quarter ending June 30, 2026, posting a net income of $296 million. This result, a sharp recovery from a $5.2 million loss in the same period last year, was primarily driven by the $300 million sale of the Connecticut Sun.
Karyopharm Therapeutics is moving to secure FDA approval for its myelofibrosis treatment, selinexor, aiming for an August submission under the agency's Accelerated Approval pathway. CEO Richard Paulson stated the company hopes the drug, when paired with ruxolitinib, will become the first combination therapy approved for this condition.
ADC Therapeutics reported $18.6 million in second-quarter product revenue as the company navigates a challenging regulatory landscape for its cancer drug, ZYNLONTA. Following a critical pre-supplemental Biologics License Application meeting with the FDA regarding its LOTIS-5 trial, the firm is now re-evaluating its regulatory path to full approval.
With European energy security under the spotlight, Horizon Petroleum CEO Dr. David Winter is heading to Denver next week to outline the company’s expansion plans. He is scheduled to present the firm’s progress at the Lachowice natural gas project in southern Poland during the EnerCom investment conference.
