Charlotte-based R-IT3, Inc. has filed four provisional patents for a closed-loop system that extracts precious metals from electronic waste and converts them into high-purity nanomaterials. The technology sidesteps traditional smelting, aiming to reshape the economics of data center waste while supplying the solar and pharmaceutical sectors with engineered gold particles.
Pudu Robotics has introduced the PUDU ET1, a compact, AI-driven scrubber-dryer designed to navigate the tight aisles of convenience stores, pharmacies, and chain restaurants. The device represents the first entry in the company’s new E Series, aiming to automate floor maintenance in environments previously considered too cramped for robotic assistance.
Private aviation firm FlyUSA has secured its third consecutive spot on the Inc. 5000, marking the 14th time a company led by CEO Barry Shevlin has appeared on the list. The ranking follows a period of rapid expansion, with company revenue climbing from $22 million in 2022 to $73 million by 2025.
A decade and a half after joining the firm, Scott Parrish has stepped into the role of president at Visiting Angels. The appointment marks a pivotal transition for the home care provider as it rounds out a strong first half of 2026 defined by national recognition and network growth.
While 74% of companies plan to deploy agentic AI within two years, only 21% possess a mature governance framework to manage the risks. To address this widening chasm between ambition and oversight, Deloitte announced a suite of expanded AI controls designed to manage enterprise-scale deployment.
The Fairfax Cancer Center is expanding its clinical team with the addition of medical oncologist Ellery Altshuler, MD. Starting September 14, 2026, Dr. Altshuler will begin seeing patients, bringing specialized expertise in hematology and oncology to Northern Virginia’s largest private practice during a period of sustained regional growth.
Elucent Medical has finalized an agreement with Knowles Corporation to manufacture its smart surgical guidance device, a core component of the EnVisio In-Body Spatial Intelligence System. The partnership aims to accelerate production timelines by utilizing Knowles’ specialized micro molding and design-for-manufacturability expertise at its facility in Penang, Malaysia.
Joe Margolis, chief executive of Salt Lake City-based Extra Space Storage, has secured a spot on the 2026 Glassdoor Best CEOs list. The ranking, which places him at number 25, relies exclusively on anonymous feedback from the company’s current and former workforce rather than industry nominations or application processes.
St. Paul gains a new professional identity as the Major League Volleyball franchise formerly known as MLV Minnesota officially adopts the name Minnesota Forge. The branding, unveiled August 12, aims to capture the state’s deep-rooted volleyball culture while signaling a commitment to the growth of women’s professional athletics.
Plano-based FinThrive secured the Gold Stevie Award for Technical Innovation of the Year, marking a milestone for its Fusion platform. The software, designed to streamline hospital revenue cycles, beat out competitors by automating complex billing workflows and converting fragmented health data into actionable, predictive intelligence for medical providers.
Financial advisors Jim Tucker and Patrick Bria have transitioned their Durham-based practice, Tucker Bria Wealth Strategies, to Cetera’s Summit Financial Networks community. The move transfers approximately $420 million in assets under administration, marking a significant departure after the firm’s decade-long tenure at Commonwealth Financial Network.
Security teams can now deploy UpGuard’s risk management platform directly through the Google Cloud Marketplace, allowing organizations to draw down on existing cloud commitments. The integration aims to eliminate fragmented security stacks by consolidating vendor risk, attack surface monitoring, and compliance reporting into a single, AI-powered dashboard.
American car dealers are paying record prices at auction for used inventory, yet millions of high-value vehicles are sitting in their own customer databases. New data from inride’s Trade Agent AI shows that over 65% of past customers currently hold positive equity, averaging $13,763 per vehicle.
Spine surgeons can now access the iD3 system nationwide, a platform designed to provide real-time, objective data on nerve function during decompression procedures. By transitioning from visual judgment to quantitative mechanomyography, the technology aims to address the persistent clinical uncertainty regarding the success of nerve relief during complex spinal operations.
With the January 1, 2027, deadline for Medicaid work-requirement compliance looming, 43 states face the challenge of verifying 80 hours of monthly activity for millions of enrollees. Speridian Technologies is now offering a modernization layer designed to automate these checks without requiring a full overhaul of aging legacy infrastructure.
Clinical-stage oncology firm Iterion Therapeutics has appointed Manuel Aivado and Bob Smith as independent board members, aiming to accelerate the development of its lead drug candidate, tegavivint. The expansion arrives as the company pushes forward with clinical programs targeting hepatocellular carcinoma and other Wnt-driven cancers.
Safety teams often struggle to turn raw risk data into immediate employee behavioral change. San Francisco-based TuMeke is addressing this gap with Coaching Cues, a new computer vision feature that provides real-time, visual feedback on worker technique directly within the company’s existing ergonomic assessment platform.
A class action lawsuit filed in San Francisco County Superior Court alleges that Whitestone Home Furnishings, LLC systematically denied staff required rest breaks and failed to provide accurate wage statements. The complaint, brought by Blumenthal Nordrehaug Bhowmik De Blouw LLP, claims the retailer violated multiple California Labor Code provisions.
The Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $1 billion for Wednesday night's drawing, marking the largest U.S. lottery prize of 2026. This surge follows 44 consecutive draws without a grand prize winner, placing the current run as the second-longest in the game’s 34-year history.
A Catalyst Grant from the Oregon Health Authority is fueling a new partnership between Massachusetts-based instED and regional provider Mercy Flights. The initiative aims to transform rural healthcare in southern Oregon by enabling clinicians to evaluate and treat patients at home rather than defaulting to hospital emergency departments.
A 46-acre coastal site in Kennebunkport has joined the Streamside RV Resorts & Campgrounds network, marking the company’s 40th property nationwide. The acquisition of Sandy Pines Campground, finalized through a court-approved sale, adds 224 sites including specialized glamping huts and tent locations to the firm's expanding portfolio.
Caesarea-based retailer Max Stock is moving to bolster its internal retention, with the board of directors authorizing a private placement of stock options and restricted share units. The move targets 35 personnel, including officers and vice presidents, as the company looks to align long-term employee interests with its market performance.
A 538% year-on-year revenue jump to ₹144.33 crore defines Mach Travel Solutions' latest quarterly performance, signaling a rapid shift from niche MICE operations to a broad-spectrum travel platform. The company’s profit after tax climbed 307% to ₹6.17 crore, underscoring the success of its move into corporate and institutional travel sectors.
Bengaluru-based car-sharing marketplace Zoomcar Holdings will release its financial and operating results for the quarter ending June 30, 2026, before the U.S. markets open on August 14. The announcement marks the company's latest update as it navigates the competitive landscape of India's peer-to-peer mobility sector.
Horizon Petroleum has reached a critical milestone at its Lachowice 7 well in Poland, confirming the structural integrity of the wellbore following successful pressure testing. With rig mobilization complete, the company is now prepared to advance its workover program to evaluate the reservoir's long-term production potential.
The board of directors at Ituran Location and Control Ltd. has authorized a cash dividend of $0.50 per share, totaling approximately $10 million. Shareholders of record as of September 29, 2026, will receive the payout on October 14, following a favorable tax ruling from the Israel Tax Authority.
A volatile second quarter saw Cypherpunk Technologies report a $39.4 million net income, a sharp reversal from the $16.6 million loss recorded during the same period last year. This surge in earnings was driven primarily by a $46 million unrealized gain as the company’s Zcash treasury holdings appreciated significantly in value.
A 20% increase in operational efficiency during pilot testing has prompted FIFA to partner with Globant, utilizing the company’s AI Pods technology to unify global fan data. The initiative aims to replace anonymous interactions with a personalized digital thread that tracks preferences across all tournaments and platforms year-round.
FIFA has partnered with Globant to transform its digital fan engagement through an AI-native infrastructure, aiming to replace fragmented user experiences with a unified, personalized ecosystem. By deploying Globant’s AI Pods, the football governing body seeks to eliminate anonymous fan interactions while scaling content delivery globally.
As AI agents flood development teams with massive volumes of new pull requests, the infrastructure responsible for testing and validation is buckling under the pressure. To address this, Blacksmith has raised a $45 million Series B round, pushing the company’s valuation to $550 million in a push for faster deployment.
