Andy Miner has joined Associated Banc-Corp as the senior director of AI for Corporate and Commercial Banking, a newly created role tasked with integrating machine learning into the firm's lending and treasury operations. Reporting to executive vice president Phillip Trier, Miner will oversee the bank’s internal data workflows and AI adoption.
Fifty-seven cyclists pedaled 100 miles through the Whalon Lake Forest Preserve this summer, pushing their physical limits to generate nearly $122,000 for charity. The third annual Solstice Century Ride, held on the longest day of the year, saw 39 riders complete the full century distance to benefit eight non-profit organizations.
The global market for long-acting therapeutics is set for significant expansion, with valuations expected to climb from US$ 7.2 billion in 2026 to US$ 13.3 billion by 2033. This growth, driven by an 8.9% annual compound rate, reflects a shift toward patient-friendly dosing for chronic conditions like diabetes and cancer.
Proximity to a crime scene does not inherently equate to criminal liability under West Virginia law. A recent analysis featuring Morgantown defense attorney Frank Walker clarifies the critical legal threshold between being a bystander and an active participant, emphasizing that intent remains the primary requirement for accomplice charges.
With total funding now reaching $30 million, Carlsbad-based Pictor Holdings Inc. has secured a $7.5 million bridge round to accelerate the commercial reach of its targeted proteomic technology. The capital will fuel manufacturing expansion and support translational studies across human and animal health sectors over the next 18 months.
The National Center for Families Learning has secured a grant from the newly established Barbara Bush Fund for Family Literacy to launch three new Family Learning Communities in Texas. This initiative aims to integrate literacy programming with workforce support systems, addressing the state's urgent need for multigenerational educational advancement.
Hundreds of Defense Industrial Base contractors are seeking clarity on the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification, prompting Huntsville-based Summit 7 to host a telethon-style webinar on July 15, 2026. The event addresses the most pressing regulatory hurdles currently facing firms navigating the complexities of CMMC Level 2 compliance.
In a move to bridge traditional implants with genetic medicine, Innsbruck-based MED-EL has acquired two clinical programs from Rescue Hearing Inc. targeting mutations in the MYO7A and STRC genes, which are responsible for persistent balance and auditory disorders in patients currently reliant on hearing aids.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has renewed its contract with Jacksonville-based Novitas Solutions to manage Medicare administrative operations across seven states. The agreement, which covers a region spanning from Arkansas to Texas, secures the company's role as the primary processor for nearly 5 million Medicare beneficiaries.
The Executives' Club of Chicago has selected United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby as its 2026 International Executive of the Year. The award, which recognizes leaders who shape global industries and economies, will be presented during a ceremony at the Radisson Blu on November 10, 2026, marking a century of United's operations.
Private equity firm Flexpoint Ford has closed a $460 million single-asset continuation vehicle for SageSure, a major managing general underwriter. The move allows the firm to extend its ownership of the property insurance provider while offering existing investors the choice to cash out or maintain their stake in the business.
The global body fluid analysis market is set for steady expansion, with projections indicating growth from $2.62 billion in 2026 to $3.65 billion by 2031. This 6.9% annual growth rate is fueled by an increasing clinical reliance on specialized diagnostics for neurological, infectious, and oncological conditions.
Near Raleigh, North Carolina, Cardinal Infrastructure Group has finished construction on its inaugural asphalt processing plant, a facility capable of churning out 400 tons of hot mix per hour. The move marks a strategic shift for the Nasdaq-listed firm as it moves to consolidate control over its supply chain.
South Easton-based HW Staffing Solutions has acquired New England’s TPi Staffing, a move designed to fortify the agency’s presence in the manufacturing, technical, and commercial sectors. The integration of the regional firm aims to blend TPi’s local market depth with the parent company's national infrastructure and recruitment automation capabilities.
UFC GYM and NexGen MD Scientific are integrating medical longevity services directly into fitness centers under the new PWR Clinics brand. By embedding clinical care into gym environments, the partnership aims to offer members supervised access to hormone therapies and performance treatments at locations currently under construction in California.
Noelle Valentine, previously the company’s Chief Legal and Compliance Officer, has been elevated to Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer at Healogics. In her expanded capacity, she will manage legal, human resources, and compliance functions to drive the wound care provider’s growth and internal alignment.
Vermont’s Home Security & Management Company, a fixture in New England’s emergency services sector for nearly 40 years, has been absorbed into the Scutum Digital portfolio. This acquisition marks a tactical expansion for the North American division of the global Scutum Group as it scales its regional monitoring infrastructure.
The market for warm autoimmune hemolytic anemia (wAIHA) is poised for a 14.4% annual growth rate through 2036, as the industry pivots from generalized immunosuppression toward precision medicine. Driven by a surge in late-stage clinical trials, new drug classes are targeting the specific immunological pathways that cause red blood cell destruction.
The two-letter domain AP.com has officially entered the market for the first time, signaling a potential eight-figure deal in the high-stakes world of digital real estate. Longtime owner Audio Precision Inc. has tapped broker VPN.com to manage the sale, with final bids due by August 14, 2026.
For decades, commercial fusion was dismissed as a perpetual twenty-years-away punchline. Now, Vancouver-based General Fusion is attempting to rewrite that narrative by hitting key technical benchmarks, securing a European deployment framework, and moving toward a public market debut on the Nasdaq under the ticker GFUZ.
In the arid landscape of Mohave County, subterranean termites thrive by staying hidden underground, often causing significant structural damage before a homeowner notices. Michele Webb, CEO of Havasu Pest Control, warns that identifying subtle signs early is the only way to safeguard property in Lake Havasu City.
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Texans facing the annual surge in electricity costs are getting a reprieve as temperatures climb toward mid-summer highs. Just Energy has introduced its Summer Saver plan, a seasonal initiative designed to lower monthly expenses by applying a direct credit to energy usage during the peak heat months of June, July, and August.
Entrepreneurs Melinda Swan and David Milheim are bringing the premium reformer Pilates brand to Nevada, signing a three-unit development agreement for the Las Vegas market. This move marks the company's first entry into the state, with the inaugural location scheduled to open its doors in the spring of 2027.
Design teams often lose hours migrating assets between disjointed AI tools and production environments. Pixso’s new AI Smart Design platform aims to solve this fragmentation by embedding generative capabilities directly into its canvas, allowing for the creation of production-ready, component-based interfaces without leaving the workflow.
A star-studded lineup of comedians will descend upon the Laugh Factory in Hollywood this Thursday, July 2, for the 25th annual KRTH 101 radiothon. The four-hour broadcast, running from 6 to 10 a.m. PDT, serves as a patriotic tribute to the USO in celebration of America’s 250th birthday.
Oakville-based SteriMax Inc. has acquired Andone Pharmaceuticals, a strategic move that pushes the private Canadian drugmaker into the medical device and veterinary sectors. The deal integrates Andone’s diversified commercial verticals with SteriMax’s established portfolio of sterile injectables, signaling a shift toward broader healthcare market coverage.
With over 1,000 industry professionals expected to converge in Miami, eCore has overhauled its digital portal to mirror the rapid evolution of its flagship multifamily conference. The redesign emphasizes mobile accessibility and streamlined navigation as registration officially opens for the upcoming three-day gathering of investors, developers, and operators.
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With 1.3 million Instagram followers and a wardrobe that has caught the eye of brands like LOEWE and Dior, Aki and Koichi Kim are proving that fashion is not the exclusive domain of the young. The couple’s new book, Life / Style, hits shelves October 6, documenting their journey from immigrants to viral style icons.
The global market for emotion detection and recognition technology is poised for significant expansion, with projections indicating a rise from $29.14 billion in 2026 to $43.29 billion by 2031. This growth, forecasted at a compound annual rate of 8.2%, is fueled by increasing enterprise demand for sophisticated behavioral insights.
Forty-eight students across Oregon and Washington have received a total of $97,500 in scholarships from the PeakCU Foundation, marking the latest chapter in a long-standing initiative that has now funneled over $1.5 million into regional education since the credit union’s predecessor organizations first began their support.
