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Veho Joins 2026 Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies
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Veho Joins 2026 Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies

Delivery logistics firm Veho has secured a place on the 2026 Inc. 5000, an annual ranking of the fastest-growing private businesses in the United States. The company joins a legacy of honorees that includes Microsoft, Meta, and Patagonia, marking a significant milestone in its effort to reshape e-commerce shipping.

Money Talk·Aug 11
Crown Royal and Juicy Couture Launch Y2K-Inspired Velour Collection
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Crown Royal and Juicy Couture Launch Y2K-Inspired Velour Collection

Crown Royal is trading its classic regal aesthetic for early 2000s nostalgia, partnering with Juicy Couture to release a limited-edition collection of velour tracksuits and signature bottle bags. The collaboration aligns the whisky brand’s flavored spirits with the iconic rhinestone-studded loungewear that defined a generation of pop culture.

Money Talk·Aug 11
Tucson Inventor Designs Ice-Free Cooling Solution
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Tucson Inventor Designs Ice-Free Cooling Solution

Seeking an alternative to the messy, unreliable nature of traditional ice packs, a Tucson-based inventor has developed the Chill Factor, a patent-pending cooling device designed to maintain stable temperatures for food, beverages, and sensitive medical supplies, including organs intended for transplant, without the risk of moisture or melting.

Arizona Inventor Designs Baby Buckle Up Safety System
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Arizona Inventor Designs Baby Buckle Up Safety System

A Glendale-based inventor has developed the Baby Buckle Up, a patent-pending system designed to alert drivers to check their backseats before exiting a vehicle. The device aims to mitigate the risk of children being unintentionally left behind in parked cars, providing parents with a proactive safety reminder.

Money Talk·Aug 11
H+H International Stabilizes After Harsh Winter Impact
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H+H International Stabilizes After Harsh Winter Impact

Following a difficult first quarter marked by severe winter weather, Copenhagen-based H+H International reported a robust recovery in the second quarter of 2026. The firm achieved an EBIT of DKK 43 million, signaling a normalization of performance as restructuring efforts in Germany begin to yield tangible financial results.

StrongMind Taps Former Google and Epic Games Engineer as CTO
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StrongMind Taps Former Google and Epic Games Engineer as CTO

With a mandate to transition StrongMind into an AI-native education company, Rui Costa has joined the Chandler-based firm as Chief Technology Officer. Bringing a decade of experience from Google, AWS, and Epic Games, Costa is tasked with unifying the company's fragmented software stack onto a single, scalable platform.

Money Talk·Aug 11
Kraft family gift fuels Rice University athletics and humanities
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Kraft family gift fuels Rice University athletics and humanities

Rice University alumna Patti Lipoma Kraft and her husband, Jonathan Kraft, have pledged a major donation to fund a covered football practice pavilion and a new endowed professorship in Jewish studies. The gift reinforces the school's commitment to both high-level athletic training and academic expansion in the humanities.

ICANN Sets October 2026 Date for Root Key Signing Key Rollover
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ICANN Sets October 2026 Date for Root Key Signing Key Rollover

On October 11, 2026, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers will replace the cryptographic key securing the Domain Name System root zone. This transition, known as a KSK rollover, marks a critical security update for the global internet infrastructure, requiring technical operators to verify their systems beforehand.

Money Talk·Aug 11
Mira Secures Spot on 2026 Inc. 5000 List
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Mira Secures Spot on 2026 Inc. 5000 List

San Francisco-based Mira, a developer of at-home hormone tracking technology, has earned the 1,680th position on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list. This annual ranking highlights the fastest-growing private companies in the United States, recognizing firms that demonstrate significant revenue growth while fostering innovation within their respective sectors.

Money Talk·Aug 11
Investors Face October Deadline in ARS Pharmaceuticals Class Action
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Investors Face October Deadline in ARS Pharmaceuticals Class Action

A 23.9% single-day stock collapse following the delay of critical insurance coverage for the allergy medication neffy has triggered a class action lawsuit against ARS Pharmaceuticals. Investors who purchased shares between March 9 and June 24, 2026, now face an October 5 deadline to seek lead plaintiff status.

Money Talk·Aug 11
Michelle Oddo Joins OriginPoint to Lead Colorado Lending Expansion
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Michelle Oddo Joins OriginPoint to Lead Colorado Lending Expansion

With $77 million in annual production and over two decades of underwriting expertise, Michelle Oddo has joined OriginPoint to oversee its Colorado operations. The veteran mortgage professional brings a track record of navigating complex financing scenarios, aiming to integrate high-level technical support with a personalized approach for local borrowers.

Money Talk·Aug 11
RNR Tire Express Expands to Huntsville With Local Franchise Team
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RNR Tire Express Expands to Huntsville With Local Franchise Team

Huntsville will welcome its first RNR Tire Express location by fall 2027, following a new franchise agreement signed by local entrepreneurs Marian Snow and Brett Standifer. The mother-son duo aims to introduce the brand’s lease-to-own tire and wheel services to the city’s rapidly expanding economic landscape.

Money Talk·Aug 11
Union Home Foundation Distributes $52,000 to Housing Nonprofits
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Union Home Foundation Distributes $52,000 to Housing Nonprofits

The Union Home Foundation has directed $52,000 to 12 nonprofit organizations across 10 states during the first two quarters of 2026. The funding supports initiatives focused on financial literacy, emergency shelter, and transitional housing, marking a continued effort by the mortgage lender’s charitable arm to address regional economic instability.

Interplay Learning Climbs Inc. 5000 Rankings for Fourth Time
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Interplay Learning Climbs Inc. 5000 Rankings for Fourth Time

Rising to the 1152nd spot on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list, Austin-based Interplay Learning has secured its fourth appearance among America's fastest-growing private companies. The EdTech firm, which specializes in immersive simulations for skilled trades, improved its standing from 1379th place last year, reflecting a sustained surge in demand for accelerated workforce development.

accessiBe Secures Second Consecutive Spot on Inc. 5000 Growth List
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accessiBe Secures Second Consecutive Spot on Inc. 5000 Growth List

For the second year running, accessiBe has earned a position on the Inc. 5000, a ranking of America’s fastest-growing private companies. The recognition underscores the firm’s sustained revenue trajectory and its expanding influence within the software sector, where it now ranks among the top 200 developers.

Money Talk·Aug 11
Nearly 4,500 Utility Lines Damaged as 811 Day Highlights Digging Safety
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Nearly 4,500 Utility Lines Damaged as 811 Day Highlights Digging Safety

Nearly 4,500 underground electric and natural gas lines have been struck this year across Duke Energy and Piedmont Natural Gas service territories. As National Safe Digging Day arrives on August 11, utility officials are urging contractors and homeowners to dial 811 at least three business days before breaking ground.

Money Talk·Aug 11
Cooperate Marketing Secures Third Consecutive Spot on Inc. 5000
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Cooperate Marketing Secures Third Consecutive Spot on Inc. 5000

For the third year in a row, Chicago-based Cooperate Marketing has earned a place on the Inc. 5000 list, ranking No. 1,833. The agency achieved 189% growth over the past three years, cementing its status among the nation’s fastest-growing private, independent businesses as it approaches its 10th anniversary.

Cross-Border Retirement Guide Debuts on Audible
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Cross-Border Retirement Guide Debuts on Audible

For snowbirds and expatriates navigating the complex financial divide between Canada and the United States, expert guidance is now available on the go. Lucas Wennersten’s comprehensive retirement manual, Crossing the 49th Parallel, has officially transitioned to an audiobook format, offering mobile access to critical tax and cross-border planning strategies.

Money Talk·Aug 11
Alibaba Investors Face October Deadline in Securities Class Action
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Alibaba Investors Face October Deadline in Securities Class Action

October 5, 2026, marks the final window for shareholders who acquired Alibaba Group Holding Limited stock between June 26, 2025, and June 24, 2026, to seek lead plaintiff status. The Gross Law Firm is currently organizing the class action, citing allegations of misleading disclosures regarding the company’s regulatory standing and AI security practices.

USTA Coaching Launches Inaugural Coaches Open in New York
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USTA Coaching Launches Inaugural Coaches Open in New York

Tennis legend Billie Jean King, alongside elite coaches and performance experts, will headline the inaugural Coaches Open from August 25-27, 2026. Hosted by USTA Coaching at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, the three-day event aims to unite the national coaching community for professional development and networking.

Money Talk·Aug 11
Navigating the Hidden Risks of Renovating Older Homes
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Navigating the Hidden Risks of Renovating Older Homes

When a homeowner peels back the wallpaper of a century-old property, they often find more than just history. According to Sturgeon Bay construction expert Kyle Tielens, the gap between a charming aesthetic and a structural headache lies in the hidden mechanical and foundational decay common in aging Wisconsin homes.

Scott Speed Shatters Mount Washington Hillclimb Record in Project Midnight
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Scott Speed Shatters Mount Washington Hillclimb Record in Project Midnight

Scott Speed has rewritten the record books at the 2026 Paul Giblin Memorial Climb to the Clouds, piloting the specialized Subaru WRX: Project Midnight to the summit in 5:11.982. The blistering run shaved nearly 17 seconds off the previous benchmark, cementing a dominant performance on the fully-paved Mount Washington Auto Road.

Money Talk·Aug 11
Why Business Succession Planning Requires an Early Start
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Why Business Succession Planning Requires an Early Start

Procrastination is the greatest threat to a company’s longevity, as many owners wrongly assume they have unlimited time to prepare for a transition. According to CPAs Darlene M. Lotz, Mark Leeder, and Rick Kutch, initiating a succession framework while a business is healthy remains the only way to ensure future stability.

Money Talk·Aug 11
BackBox Secures Second Consecutive Spot on Inc. 5000 List
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BackBox Secures Second Consecutive Spot on Inc. 5000 List

For the second year running, Dallas-based network cyber resilience provider BackBox has earned a position on the Inc. 5000, an annual ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States. The firm attributes its sustained growth to increasing enterprise demand for reliable, automated network security solutions.

LexisNexis Secures $218 Million Contract to Modernize Login.gov
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LexisNexis Secures $218 Million Contract to Modernize Login.gov

The U.S. General Services Administration has tapped LexisNexis Risk Solutions to overhaul identity verification for Login.gov, awarding contracts totaling $218 million. The deal aims to fortify the federal government’s primary digital gateway by deploying advanced biometric authentication and fraud detection tools to secure access to essential public services for millions.

Primark Sets September 3 Opening Date for Mall of America Debut
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Primark Sets September 3 Opening Date for Mall of America Debut

Minnesota shoppers will soon get their first look at Primark as the international retailer plants its flag in the Mall of America on September 3. Occupying 35,000 square feet, the new location serves as the company’s 46th storefront in the United States, marking a significant expansion into the Midwest retail landscape.

Money Talk·Aug 11
eLEND Taps Avi Marcus to Lead Legal and AI Compliance Strategy
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eLEND Taps Avi Marcus to Lead Legal and AI Compliance Strategy

With over 15 years of experience in financial services and technology, Avi Marcus has been appointed Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary at eLEND. His arrival signals a strategic push by the Parsippany-based mortgage lender to balance rapid AI-driven automation with rigorous regulatory oversight and corporate governance.

Money Talk·Aug 11
McCathern, Shokouhi, Evans Lands Spot on 2026 Inc. 5000 List
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McCathern, Shokouhi, Evans Lands Spot on 2026 Inc. 5000 List

Ranked 3,137th on the 2026 Inc. 5000, the Texas-based law firm McCathern, Shokouhi, Evans has officially joined the ranks of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. The designation highlights a period of rapid expansion for the firm, which has seen its workforce swell by more than 415% over the past twelve years.