Six transactions exceeding $50 billion have ushered in a new "gigadeal" era, propelling global merger and acquisition volume to a record $3.16 trillion in the first half of 2026. This 44% year-on-year surge reflects a relentless corporate pursuit of scale despite underlying geopolitical and macroeconomic instability.
Therapeutic developers have long struggled to piece together fragmented workflows for cell therapy manufacturing, often juggling multiple vendors for starting materials and reagents. Applied StemCell and RoosterBio are now moving to bridge this gap, launching a strategic partnership that integrates GMP-compatible iPSC technology with standardized, scalable bioprocess systems.
Denver-based Elk River Wealth Management has entered a strategic partnership with AlphaCore Wealth Advisory, a deal facilitated by investment bank SDR Ventures. The move aims to bolster Elk River’s service offerings for its high-net-worth clients while maintaining the personalized, boutique approach developed by founder Chris Freimuth over his multi-decade career.
Following a 510k clearance from the FDA, Newport Beach-based Ventris Medical is launching the Connext Surgical Matrix, a collagen-based dressing designed to tackle post-surgical complications. The product aims to mitigate risks like infection, seromas, and hematomas by stabilizing the wound healing environment immediately after complex procedures.
Stepan Company will report its financial results for the second quarter of 2026 on Wednesday, July 29, at 7:00 a.m. ET. The Northbrook-based chemical manufacturer plans to host a conference call later that morning to discuss performance metrics and operational updates with investors and stakeholders.
Salt Lake City-based PassiveLogic has appointed former Siemens Smart Infrastructure CTO Thomas Kiessling as its new CEO. The move signals an aggressive push to shift building automation from legacy control systems to autonomous, physics-based AI capable of managing energy consumption across commercial and industrial infrastructure on a global scale.
Investors will receive a look at Ceva, Inc.'s recent performance on August 10, 2026, as the silicon and software IP licensor prepares to release its second quarter financial results before the NASDAQ market opens. Management will host a conference call later that morning to detail the company's operating metrics.
Construction workers can now access time tracking, payroll, and benefits through a single mobile interface, as Phoenix-based Arcoro integrates its HRIS and time-tracking services. The application, available immediately on iOS and Android, aims to bridge the digital divide for personnel operating across 1.7 million active jobsites.
Investors are looking toward Boston as PTC prepares to disclose its fiscal third-quarter financial performance on July 29, 2026. The software firm plans to publish its latest results shortly after the closing bell, followed by a live webcast led by senior management at 5 p.m. Eastern Time.
AerCap Holdings has finalized lease agreements to supply China Southern Air Logistics with three Boeing 777-300ERSF converted freighters. Known as "The Big Twin," these aircraft represent the first passenger-to-freighter conversion program for the 777-300ER, designed to bolster the carrier's intercontinental cargo capacity starting in late 2027.
Cambridge-based insurance platform Insurify has officially surpassed 250 million real-time auto insurance quotes served to American drivers. This volume, achieved a decade after the company's 2016 launch, underscores a shift in how consumers shop for coverage by bypassing traditional lead-generation brokers in favor of direct, integrated policy comparisons.
Salt Lake City-based PassiveLogic has launched a Level 3 autonomy platform designed to transform buildings into self-managing robotic systems. By utilizing a physics-based "World Model" rather than hard-coded scripts, the technology allows infrastructure to autonomously orchestrate complex mechanical systems to optimize energy efficiency and occupant comfort in real time.
Salt Lake City-based PassiveLogic has named former Siemens Smart Infrastructure CTO Thomas Kiessling as its new chief executive. Kiessling, a veteran of industrial AI and clean tech, takes the helm as the startup looks to scale its physics-based autonomous platform across the global commercial and industrial real estate market.
PowerBank Corporation has officially secured the certificate of final completion for a 1.45 MW DC rooftop solar installation in Calgary, Alberta. Developed under an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction agreement for Fiera Real Estate Investments Limited, the project has been operational since late 2025, supplying energy to the provincial grid.
Organizations prioritizing AI adoption over the quality of human interaction are creating significant performance blind spots, according to Talogy. The talent management firm has introduced a science-backed framework designed to measure how individuals engage with automated tools, warning that over-reliance on AI may erode critical workforce capabilities.
James Hou has been appointed Group President of Catalyst Acoustics Group, the parent company overseeing a portfolio of noise control and acoustic brands. Hou, a veteran with 28 years of industrial leadership, will manage the firm's strategic growth, operational performance, and customer experience initiatives across its diverse business units.
Natural Grocers will expand its footprint in South Dakota on July 22, 2026, with the opening of a new store in Rapid City. Located at 855 Omaha Street, the facility marks the company’s second location in the state, aiming to serve both local residents and visitors traveling toward the Black Hills region.
Driven by the rapid deployment of AI-powered computing and hyperscale infrastructure, the global market for data center plastics is projected to more than double over the next six years. Growing from an estimated $1.52 billion in 2026, the sector is expected to hit $3.44 billion by 2032.
Standing on the steps of the U.S. Capitol, Air Force Major Jason P. Watson publicly demanded the impeachment of the President and Vice President before being taken into custody. Now restricted to Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, the active-duty officer faces potential military charges for his vocal opposition to administration policies in Iran.
While the race for full self-driving stalls under regulatory pressure, VinFast is betting on a pragmatic, camera-based architecture to bridge the gap. By partnering with AI developer Autobrains, the company is moving toward a Level 2++ system that prioritizes affordability and real-world deployment over expensive sensor arrays.
Trilogy Metals has secured a pivotal federal designation for its Arctic copper-zinc project in Alaska, placing the site on the FAST-41 permitting dashboard. The company, which reported a $6.3 million net loss for the second quarter, is now moving toward a construction decision while finalizing a $35.6 million strategic investment.
Hyperscale Data, Inc. reaffirmed its 2026 revenue guidance of $180 million to $200 million on Monday, while outlining plans for a third-quarter investor briefing to detail the upcoming divestiture of its subsidiary, Ault Capital Group, and the company's broader long-term growth strategy.
Minneapolis-based Bio-Techne Corporation is scaling its R&D Systems platform with new AI-engineered proteins designed to stabilize cell culture workflows. By introducing heat-stable growth factors and hyperactive cytokines, the company aims to solve the persistent challenge of reproducibility as therapies transition from laboratory discovery to commercial manufacturing.
Investors are preparing for the latest financial update from OneMain Holdings, as the nonprime credit provider schedules its second quarter 2026 earnings release for the morning of July 29. The company will disclose its performance figures prior to the opening of the market that Wednesday.
The global market for home sleep apnea testing is poised to reach USD 996.6 million by 2036, rising from its current valuation of USD 734.4 million. This expansion, tracking at a 3.1% compound annual growth rate, is driven by a shift toward decentralized care and the growing integration of telehealth platforms.
With over 100 cases under his belt, veteran computer engineer Joshua Goshorn has joined Quandary Peak Research as Senior Director. His arrival bolsters the firm’s technical bench in complex software litigation, intellectual property disputes, and high-stakes semiconductor engineering matters across federal and international courts.
At the United Nations Palais des Nations in Geneva, the Blockchain for Good Alliance urged global policymakers to integrate verifiable blockchain infrastructure into artificial intelligence systems. The group argued that as AI gains autonomy, blockchain must serve as the foundational architecture for identity, provenance, and public accountability.
Boston-based commerce platform commercetools has launched a centralized Trust Center, providing enterprise clients with immediate, self-service access to critical security and compliance reports. The initiative arrives alongside the company’s newly completed ISAE 3402 Type 2 and SOC 2 Type 2 audits, aimed at accelerating complex vendor procurement cycles.
Amid rising demand for complex automotive components, Kimura Group has launched an Advanced Aluminum HQ Plant in Shizuoka, Japan. The facility integrates low-pressure sand casting and proprietary heat-treatment technology to produce large, thin-wall structural castings that mirror the performance of high-pressure die-cast parts.
Social media teams face mounting pressure to produce diverse assets, from short-form video clips to high-impact product mockups. Consumer365 recently identified CapCut as a premier solution for this challenge, highlighting the platform’s ability to streamline the transition from raw creative concepts to polished, multi-format drafts.
