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Special Olympics Minnesota and 2026 Special Olympics USA Games Announce Grant Recipients for 26 Weeks of Giving Campaign
Special Olympics Minnesota (SOMN), in partnership with the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games (2026 USA Games) and presenting sponsor Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union, today announced the 30 organizations selected as grant recipients through its statewide 26 Weeks of Giving campaign. As Minnesota prepares to host the 2026 USA Games in June, these grants, ranging from $500 to $20,000, will directly support community-driven efforts that build momentum toward the Games and help ensure a lasting legacy of inclusion across the state.
By Special Olympics Minnesota · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of Advantage Life Puerto Rico A.I.
AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of B++ (Good) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “bbb+” (Good) of Advantage Life Puerto Rico A.I. (ALPR) (San Juan, PR). The outlook of these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable.
By AM Best · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
LOC Software and Local Express Deliver Unified Commerce for Grocers; Partner to Boost Digital Performance
LOC Software and Local Express announce their partnership enabling simple, time-saving unified commerce solutions for grocers. This strategic alliance enables grocers to use an omnichannel model for sales in-store, online, on digital marketplaces and third-party ordering platforms without manual work to harmonize data.
By LOC Software · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Northern Trust Asset Management Appoints Gijsbert de Lange as Chief Innovation Strategist
Northern Trust Asset Management, a leading global investment management firm with US$1.4 trillion in assets under management as of September 30, 2025, has appointed Gijsbert de Lange as chief innovation strategist.
By Northern Trust Corporation · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
SafeSport Releases Results of First-Ever National Coaches Survey
The U.S. Center for SafeSport (the Center) today released the results of the organization’s first-ever National Coaches Survey: Building Safer Sport Together. Recognizing the importance of coaches and instructors within sport ecosystems, the survey gathered coaches’ perspectives and experiences related to abuse and misconduct as well as coach satisfaction, burnout, and norms and behaviors.
By U.S. Center for SafeSport · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Macnica Announces Production-Ready ME10 SoC for Embedded Devices
At ISE 2026, Macnica will show a production-ready version of its ME10 System-On-Chip (SoC) for product developers ready to build IPMX-compliant products at scale and without complication. With higher performance enabled through a new Machine-to-Machine (M2M) interface, the ME10 offers a complete, interoperable and standards-based AV over IP solution for integration into low-power, high-efficiency embedded devices.
By Macnica · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
AM Best Revises Issuer Credit Rating Outlook to Negative for Advantage Life Assurance I.I.
AM Best has revised the outlook to negative from stable for the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating (Long-Term ICR) and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of B++ (Good) and the Long-Term ICR of “bbb+” (Good) of Advantage Life Assurance I.I, (ALAI) (San Juan, PR). The outlook of the FSR is stable.
By AM Best · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
AM Best Withdraws Credit Ratings of Malayan Insurance Co., Inc.
AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of B++ (Good), the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “bbb” (Good) and the Philippines National Scale Rating of aa+.PH (Superior) of Malayan Insurance Co., Inc. (Malayan) (Philippines). The outlook of these Credit Ratings (ratings) is negative. Concurrently, AM Best has withdrawn these ratings as the company has requested to no longer participate in AM Best’s interactive rating process.
By AM Best · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Finland B2C Ecommerce Business Report 2025-2029: Kesko, S Group, and Verkkokauppa.com Anchor the Domestic Online Retail Ecosystem, Leveraging Extensive Store Networks and Established Loyalty Programs - ResearchAndMarkets.com
The "Finland B2C Ecommerce Market Size & Forecast by Value and Volume Across 80+ KPIs - Databook Q4 2025 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
By Research and Markets · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
New Year, New Solutions: AMRA Medical Continues Commitment to Innovation & Data-Driven Excellence
AMRA Medical, the global leader in MRI-based fat distribution and muscle composition analytics, is excited to share our brand repositioning supported by the launch of a refreshed website and the introduction of a new tagline, “Insights Within.” This strategic update reflects AMRA’s commitment to placing clients and collaborators at the center of our vision: to be the most trusted, insights-driven imaging partner in the pursuit of preventing and curing disease.
By AMRA Medical · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Arkero Announces $6 Million Pre Seed Funding Round, Partnerships with major MLS, NWSL and EFL teams
Arkero, a new platform using all aspects of Artificial Intelligence to effectively run the day-to-day operations of complex organizations in sport, today announced a $6 million pre-seed funding round, and early partnerships with professional sports organizations across MLS, NWSL, and the English Football League.
By Arkero · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
AM Best Revises Issuer Credit Rating Outlook to Positive for BMO Life Assurance Company
AM Best has revised the outlook to positive from stable for the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating (Long-Term ICR) and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of A (Excellent) and the Long-Term ICR of “a” (Excellent) of BMO Life Assurance Company (BMOLAC) (Toronto, Canada). The outlook of the FSR is stable.
By AM Best · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Acxion Foodservice and Influxr AI Announce Exclusive Partnership to Redefine Foodservice Field Intelligence
Acxion Foodservice, a leading foodservice insights, sales, and marketing company, is proud to announce an exclusive strategic partnership with Influxr AI, an enterprise AI innovator. This partnership introduces advanced, mobile-first AI capabilities to Acxion to reshape how intelligence flows across Acxion’s organization.
By Acxion Foodservice · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Santander US Finds Middle-Income Americans Optimistic about Finances, See Benefits of AI for Car Buying and Managing Finances
Santander Holdings USA, Inc. (“Santander US”) today announced findings from the latest Santander US Paths to Financial Prosperity study showing middle-income Americans’ continued resilience and optimism, even as inflation concerns persist. Results from the Q4 2025 survey show that consumers’ confidence in achieving financial prosperity remains at a three-year high, with 79% believing they are on the right track. This is further supported by households indicating that they feel secure in their jobs and are better able to manage prices.
By Santander Holdings USA, Inc. · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
J-M Manufacturing Files Federal RICO Lawsuit Alleging Systematic Fraud by The Gori Law Firm at Epicenter of Asbestos Litigation Industry
J-M Manufacturing Company, Inc., one of Los Angeles’s largest privately held manufacturing companies, announced today that, based on information provided by a whistleblower and other evidence, it has filed a federal lawsuit alleging a years-long racketeering and fraud scheme by The Gori Law Firm, one of the nation’s most prolific asbestos plaintiffs’ law firms, and several of its senior partners.
By J-M Manufacturing Company, Inc. · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Meradia Appoints Jeremy Welch as Director
Meradia, LLC, a leading investment operations and technology consulting firm, today announced the promotion of Jeremy Welch to Director. In this role, Welch will continue to support Meradia’s clients through complex transformation initiatives while contributing to the firm’s strategic growth and leadership development efforts.
By Meradia, LLC · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Dwight Capital and Dwight Mortgage Trust Finance Over $465MM in Seniors Housing During Q4 2025
Dwight Capital, its affiliate REIT, Dwight Mortgage Trust (“DMT”), and Dwight Healthcare Funding (“DHF”) closed a combined $465 million in seniors housing financings in the fourth quarter of 2025. The transactions spanned 12 states and included a mix of HUD, bridge, and revolving line-of-credit financings.
By Dwight Capital LLC · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Q2 Releases 2026 Retail Banking Trends and Priorities Report Highlighting New Paths to Competitive Advantage
Q2 Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:QTWO), a leading provider of digital transformation solutions for financial services, today announced the release of the 2026 Retail Banking Trends and Priorities report, offering new data on how banks and credit unions are repositioning for growth and where competitive advantage remains up for grabs. The report, authored by Jim Marous and published by Digital Banking Report, draws on a survey of financial institutions and finds that industry focus has shifted away from external disruption and toward execution, data, and internal modernization. Findings include benchmarks and analysis regarding payments modernization, AI, fraud and deposit growth strategies, highlighting where institutions are making progress, where gaps persist, and which priorities will most directly determine frontrunners and followers in the year ahead.
By Q2 Holdings, Inc. · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Totino’s™ Pizza Rolls™ Brings Back Fan-Favorite Intergalactic Friend Chazmo in Broadway-Inspired “CHAZMO: The Musical” Ahead of the Big Game
After stealing the spotlight during Totino’s Pizza Rolls’ first-ever Big Game commercial and becoming an instant icon, Chazmo — the out-of-this-world, pizza roll-obsessed visitor who bid a shocking and abrupt farewell last year — is getting his moment in the spotlight once more. Totino’s Pizza Rolls is expanding the universe fans fell in love with by unveiling Chazmo’s origin story, offering a closer look at the snack-devoted star behind the chaos just in time for football’s biggest night.
By General Mills · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
7 Leaves Cafe Plans Expansion, Chooses Square as its Commerce Technology Partner
Today, Square announced that 7 Leaves Cafe, the rapidly expanding Vietnamese-American beverage chain that's steeped in tradition and known for its international flavors, hand-crafted drinks, and macarons, has selected Square's comprehensive commerce platform to power its growing operations across 44 locations in the United States.
By Block, Inc. · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Elvis Presley’s Graceland Hosts Weekend of Elvis Tribute Concerts
Graceland’s ninth annual Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Weekend returns to the Graceland Soundstage on March 6-8, 2026, for a weekend of concerts and events highlighting past winners of Elvis Presley Enterprises’ annual Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist (ETA) Contest.
By Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Content Catalyst Introduces DocuViewer Which Delivers Premium PDF and PowerPoint Reading Experience
Content Catalyst, the leading technology partner for market insight publishers, today announced the launch of DocuViewer, a new feature that delivers PDF and PowerPoint research content through a modern, mobile-ready interface designed for professionals who need to extract insights quickly across any device.
By Content Catalyst · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Golden State Storm Launches the “Storm Ahead Foundation” to Expand Opportunities for Girls in Football
Today, the Golden State Storm announced the launch of the Storm Ahead Foundation, a community-rooted nonprofit dedicated to empowering women and girls to play, lead, and thrive in sports; with a particular focus on football. Grounded in access, education, and wellness, the Foundation aims to break down long-standing barriers and create lasting equity across the game, from the field to the front office.
By Golden State Storm · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Grooveit Partners with Good Good Golf to Become Official Club Cleaning Partner
Grooveit, the industry leader in golf club cleaning technology, today announced a strategic partnership with Good Good Golf, the leading golf brand at the intersection of media, community, and premium products. Under the agreement, Grooveit will serve as the "Official Club Cleaning Brush of Good Good Golf" through 2028.
By Grooveit · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Indigo Raises $50 Million to Modernize Medical Malpractice Insurance Nationwide
Indigo, a vertically integrated, AI-driven medical professional liability platform, today announced the closing of a $50 million oversubscribed Series B financing, led by existing investor Rubicon Founders, with significant participation from new investor Town Hall Ventures, and other existing strategic investors including Optum Ventures.
By Indigo · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Department of Defense Awards Genomind Contract for Pharmacogenomics Consulting
Genomind, a leader in precision medicine and pharmacogenomic (PGx) testing, today announced it has been awarded a contract to support the Defense Health Agency’s (DHA) Research & Engineering (R&E) Directorate. The project, “Implementing and Assessing Pharmacogenomics for U.S. Active-Duty Service members,” is funded by the Congress through the FY24 Department of Defense Appropriations Act.
By Genomind · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Nintendo Download: Action from the Skies to Dark Ties
This week’s Nintendo Download includes the following content:
By Nintendo · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
ISG to Study Semiconductor Industry Service Providers
Information Services Group (ISG) (Nasdaq: III), a global AI-centered technology research and advisory firm, has launched a research study examining providers that help semiconductor companies adopt advanced technologies, supported by digital manufacturing and intelligent automation.
By Information Services Group, Inc. · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
ChargerHelp Accelerates EV Charging Station Reliability
ChargerHelp, the technology leader in electric vehicle (EV) charging reliability, today announced significant growth milestones that underscore the industry’s shift toward data-centric operations and proactive service models.
By ChargerHelp · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Serenity Mental Health Centers Expands Psychiatric Services in Las Vegas
Serenity Mental Health Centers, a leader in psychiatric care and one of the fastest growing mental health providers in the nation, today announced its Las Vegas clinic is expanding psychiatric services.
By Serenity Mental Health Centers · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Stephenson Global Pancreatic Cancer Research Institute Opens 2026 Applications for Stephenson Global Scholar Grants
The Stephenson Global Pancreatic Cancer Research Institute (SGPCRI) today announced the opening of applications for its 2026 Stephenson Global Scholar Grants, a global funding opportunity in partnership with City of Hope, one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States. This initiative is designed to support pioneering, high-impact science and accelerate discoveries aimed at ending pancreatic cancer. Applications are now open through February 25, 2026.
By City of Hope · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Serenity Mental Health Centers Nocatee Clinic Expands Access to Psychiatric Care
Serenity Mental Health Centers, a leader in psychiatric care and one of the fastest growing mental health providers in the nation, today announced the expansion of mental health services in Nocatee.
By Serenity Mental Health Centers · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Safety National Announces Executive Management Reorganization
Safety National Casualty Corporation announced changes to the company’s executive management structure today to support organizational growth. The following realignment of responsibilities will become effective on April 1, 2026.
Indonesia B2C Ecommerce Business Report 2025: Shopee Anchors the Market Through Logistics and Local Seller Programs, Tokopedia Leverages Cross-Promotion, Supported by Gojek - Forecast to 2029 - ResearchAndMarkets.com
The "Indonesia B2C Ecommerce Market Size & Forecast by Value and Volume Across 80+ KPIs - Databook Q4 2025 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
By Research and Markets · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of RSA Insurance Group Limited’s Subsidiaries
AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a+” (Excellent) of Intact Insurance U.K. Limited (Intact UK) (United Kingdom), Intact Insurance Ireland Designated Activity Company (Intact Ireland) (Ireland), Intact Insurance (Europe) SA (Intact Europe) (France), Royal & Sun Alliance Reinsurance Limited (RSA Re) (United Kingdom) and The Marine Insurance Company Limited (MIC) (United Kingdom). All five entities are wholly owned subsidiaries of RSA Insurance Group Limited (RSAIG), a non-operating holding company, ultimately owned by Intact Financial Corporation (IFC) (Canada). The outlook of these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable.
By AM Best · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
SolarEdge Starts Shipping US-Manufactured Residential Solar Inverter Products to Europe, Unveils Simplified Product Range
SolarEdge Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SEDG), a global leader in smart energy technology, today announced the latest milestone in its international manufacturing and export strategy with the shipment of single-phase residential inverter products from its Austin, Texas facility to key European markets. The company commenced exports of the first U.S.-manufactured Single SKU residential inverter products to Europe in late 2025 to customers in Italy, France, and the Netherlands. Shipments of commercial and industrial (C&I) solar products from Florida are on track to begin in early 2026.
By SolarEdge Technologies, Inc. · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
AUX AIR USA to Showcase SEER 30 Efficiency and ‘Hello Lisa’ Voice-Controlled Comfort at AHR Expo 2026
AUX AIR USA, a subsidiary of global HVAC leader AUX, today announced it will feature a full lineup of high-efficiency residential comfort innovations at its 2026 AHR Expo booth, including SEER 30 performance, ‘Hello Lisa’ voice control with built-in Wi-Fi and an expanded multi-zone and ducted line designed for faster, simpler installs.
By AUX AIR USA · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Belgium B2C Ecommerce Business Market Report 2025-2029: Foreign and Large Regional Players Will Continue to Raise Service and Delivery Expectations - ResearchAndMarkets.com
The "Belgium B2C Ecommerce Market Size & Forecast by Value and Volume Across 80+ KPIs - Databook Q4 2025 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
By Research and Markets · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Denmark B2C Ecommerce Business Report 2025: Domestic Retailers Lead the Competitive Field with Entrenched Supply Chains and Loyalty Programs - Forecast to 2029 - ResearchAndMarkets.com
The "Denmark B2C Ecommerce Market Size & Forecast by Value and Volume Across 80+ KPIs - Databook Q4 2025 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
By Research and Markets · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Austria B2C Ecommerce Business Report 2025: Amazon Leads Online Traffic, Alongside Zalando and Local Players Universal.at and Eduscho, While Asian Entrants Temu and Shein Gain Traction - ResearchAndMarkets.com
The "Austria B2C Ecommerce Market Size & Forecast by Value and Volume Across 80+ KPIs - Databook Q4 2025 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The ecommerce market in Austria is expected to grow by 6.6% annually, reaching US$19.22 billion by 2025. The ecommerce market in the country has experienced robust growth during 2020-2024, achieving a CAGR of 9.5%. This upward trajectory is expected to continue, with the market forecast to grow at a CAGR of 5.7% from 2025 to 2029. By the end of 2029, the ecommerce market is projected to expand from its 2024 value of US$18.02 billion to approximately US$23.96 billion.
By Research and Markets · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Direct Spotlights Quirky Fun With Player-Made Mii Characters; Game Launches on Nintendo Switch April 16
In today’s Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Direct presentation, Nintendo shared a closer look at the first new entry in the Tomodachi Life series in more than 10 years, and some of the elements that players can look out for when the game launches for the Nintendo Switch system on April 16. The game will also be playable on the Nintendo Switch 2 system.
By Nintendo · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Infigo Reports Strong 2025 Growth as AI and Automation Redefine Print Workflows
Infigo, a global leader of enterprise-grade web-to-print software, today reported a 18.2 percent growth in 2025 driven by rising demand for digital ordering, personalization, and automation across the print industry. Infigo is setting a new industry benchmark through innovation and AI-driven product design.
By Infigo · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Andersen Consulting Strengthens Digital Transformation Offering with iNNOVATEQ
Andersen Consulting has entered into a Collaboration Agreement with iNNOVATEQ, a Muscat-headquartered digital transformation firm redefining the digital oilfield through real-time insights, intelligent workflows, operations excellence, and production optimization across the oil and gas value chain.
By Andersen Consulting · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
CSI Appoints Abe Kuruvilla as Chief Information and Technology Officer
CSI, a leading provider of end-to-end financial software and technology, today announced Abe Kuruvilla as its new chief information and technology officer. Kuruvilla oversees architecture, engineering and platform operations, focusing on modernizing CSI’s ecosystem to drive customer acquisition, engagement and growth for community and regional financial institutions.
By CSI · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
SullivanCotter and Lotis Blue Consulting Release The Science of Staying: The Next Chapter in Clinician Retention
SullivanCotter and Lotis Blue Consulting have released The Science of Staying: The Next Chapter in Clinician Retention, a national study examining the psychological forces shaping health care professionals’ decisions to stay, consider leaving, or quit their jobs. Drawing on responses from more than 1,000 licensed, patient-facing clinicians – including physicians for the first time, alongside nurses, advanced practice providers (APPs), and other clinical roles – across more than 300 health care organizations, the research offers a timely assessment of workforce commitment heading into 2026.
By SullivanCotter · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Michael Hill Trial Law Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Windsor House at Canfield
Michael Hill Trial Law, a nationally recognized litigation firm specializing in nursing home neglect and elder-abuse cases, has filed a wrongful-death lawsuit against the operators and corporate owners of Windsor House at Canfield on behalf of the Estate of Judy Marsh.
By Michael Hill Trial Law · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
AM Best Revises Outlooks to Positive for Aventus Insurance Company
AM Best has revised the outlooks to positive from stable and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of B++ (Good) and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “bbb+” (Good) of Aventus Insurance Company (Aventus) (Forth Worth, TX).
By AM Best · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
RTM Engineering Consultants Partners with MML Capital
RTM Engineering Consultants (“RTM” or the “Firm”), a multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm specializing in MEP, Structural, and Civil engineering, today announced the successful completion of a strategic minority investment from MML Capital (“MML”), a leading international private equity firm focused on partnership investing. The investment supports RTM’s continued growth and long-term strategic objectives as the Firm builds on its 45-year history.
By RTM Engineering Consultants · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
AM Best Downgrades Credit Ratings of Prime Insurance Company; Places Credit Ratings Under Review With Negative Implications
AM Best has downgraded the Financial Strength Rating to A- (Excellent) from A (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating to “a-” (Excellent) from “a” (Excellent) of Prime Insurance Company (Prime) (Chicago, IL). Additionally, AM Best has placed these Credit Ratings (ratings) under review with negative implications.
By AM Best · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Starbucks Unveils Reimagined Loyalty Program to Deliver More Meaningful Value, Personalization and Engagement for Members
Starbucks Coffee Company (Nasdaq: SBUX) today unveiled its reimagined Starbucks Rewards loyalty program, designed to deliver more meaningful value for its 35.5 million active members in the U.S. Building on the strength of its industry leading program, the updated Starbucks Rewards program will launch on March 10, introducing a new tiered structure with three levels – Green, Gold and Reserve – each offering new and exclusive benefits for members. As members engage more with Starbucks, the program unlocks greater earning power, more personalized benefits and increasingly premium experiences, rewarding customers’ loyalty.
By Starbucks Corporation · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
FINNY Forms Relationship With Osaic to Bring AI-Powered Prospecting to National Advisor Network
FINNY Inc. (“FINNY”), the AI-powered prospecting and marketing platform built specifically for financial advisors, today announced a new relationship with Osaic, Inc. (“Osaic”), one of the nation’s largest providers of wealth management strategies.
By FINNY Inc. · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
B2B SaaS and AI Growth Remains Strong but Has Become More Selective, According to New Maxio Industry Report
Growth remains strong for B2B SaaS and AI companies, but volatility is high, according to the B2B Growth Report by Maxio, a leading billing automation and revenue management platform. While the market is healthy overall, with the average company growing 18% year over year, more than 35% of companies experienced a decline, revealing an industry where growth increasingly depends on focus, discipline and execution rather than market momentum alone.
By Maxio · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Yooz Announces CDK Integration Through the Fortellis Marketplace with CDK Payment Remittance Beta
Yooz, a cloud-based purchase-to-pay (P2P) automation provider, today announced its integration with CDK to publish on The Fortellis Marketplace. The integration offers dealers, OEMs and developers the ability to quickly create new solutions designed to streamline dealer operations.
By Yooz · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Type One Energy Submits Initial Licensing Application for Tennessee’s First Commercial Fusion Project at Bull Run Site
State regulators, Type One Energy, and the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) announced today the initial submission of a “byproduct material license” application in preparation for Tennessee’s first commercial fusion project. Type One Energy and TVA worked closely with the Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation (TDEC) to prepare this first-of-a-kind application, demonstrating compliance with key licensing requirements for fusion energy technology as part of a comprehensive application process. This collaborative effort between Type One Energy, TVA, and TDEC is an example of best practices for public-private partnerships working to deploy fusion energy projects nationwide.
By Type One Energy · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
First Solar, Inc. to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Financial Results and 2026 Financial Guidance on February 24, 2026
First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ: FSLR) (the “Company”) will report financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025 and discuss its 2026 financial guidance and outlook, after the market closes on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
By First Solar, Inc. · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Fountain Reinvents the Frontline Worker Hiring Funnel with AI: ‘Pool’ and ‘Source’ to Help Employers Find Qualified Workers Faster and Lower Acquisition Costs
Fountain, the AI-native platform for managing the global frontline workforce, announced today the launch of Pool and Source, two new capabilities within the company’s Frontline OS. It’s the industry’s first and only AI-native platform that combines talent rediscovery and sourcing optimization within a single operating system.
By Fountain · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of Qatar Insurance Company Q.S.P.C. and Its Subsidiary
AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a-” (Excellent) of Qatar Insurance Company Q.S.P.C. (QIC) (Qatar), and its subsidiary, Antares Reinsurance Company Limited (Antares Re) (Bermuda). The outlook of these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable.
By AM Best · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
SAM Awarded Consulting Contract by Con Edison for CIM-Based Data Modeling and GIS Pilot
Xtensible, a SAM company, announced today that it has been awarded a consulting contract by Con Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison) to support a pilot project demonstrating the effectiveness of Common Information Model (CIM)–based data modeling integrated with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
By SAM Companies · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Backblaze Publishes Q4 2025 Network Stats: Data Reveals the Rising Dominance of Neoclouds and AI Workflows
Backblaze, Inc. (Nasdaq: BLZE), the high-performance cloud storage platform for the AI era, today released its Q4 2025 Network Stats report, identifying a sharp rise in AI-driven data traffic to neoclouds and signaling a shift toward AI-native network behavior optimized for large-scale model training and inference.
By Backblaze, Inc. · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Piper Sandler Strengthens Energy & Power Investment Banking with the Addition of Tim Carlson
Piper Sandler Companies (NYSE: PIPR), a leading investment bank, is pleased to announce the addition of Tim Carlson as a managing director on the energy & power investment banking team. Carlson will focus on upstream.
By Piper Sandler Companies · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
NaphCare Secures NASPO ValuePoint Contract for TechCare EHR Platform
NaphCare, a leading provider of correctional healthcare services, today announced that its TechCare electronic health record (EHR) has been awarded a National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) ValuePoint master agreement administered by the State of Utah. Upon successful execution of a participating addendum, the master agreement will enable government agencies nationwide to purchase TechCare directly, without the traditional Request for Proposal (RFP) process, beginning September 16, 2026.
By NaphCare · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Guild and Employers Drive Workforce Resilience, Supporting More Than a Quarter Million Learners in 2025
As employers navigate rapid technological disruption driven by AI and mounting talent pressures, companies across industries are rethinking how they build, retain, and mobilize talent. In 2025, Guild supported employer-led investments that helped more than a quarter million workers build resilience, advance their careers, and meet evolving business needs.
By Guild · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Evergy Schedules Conference Call to Discuss 4th Quarter Results
Evergy, Inc. (NASDAQ: EVRG) announced today it will release its 2025 fourth quarter earnings Thursday, February 19, 2026, before market open. The company plans to host its quarterly conference call and audio webcast to discuss the results Thursday, February 19, 2026.
By Evergy, Inc. · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Summit Partners Announces Global Promotions
Summit Partners, a leading growth-focused alternative investment firm, today announced the promotion of thirteen professionals across the firm’s global offices. The firm has promoted Chris Bon, Meg Devine, Ross Murphy and Jono Pagden to Partner; Devin O’Connor Deane, Irina Müller and Nik Ohri to Principal; and Luke Farrugia, Grace Gwozdz, Patrick McLaughlin, Max Miller, Alberto Reyes and Paul-Hugo Thiboult to Vice President.
By Summit Partners · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
IRA Financial Experiences Standout Growth As Investors Move Retirement Capital Into Alternatives
IRA Financial, a leading provider of self-directed retirement solutions, today announced strong platform momentum driven by growing investor demand for alternative assets, greater portfolio control, and flexible retirement structures. As traditional retirement plans fall short of supporting modern investment strategies, IRA Financial is seeing accelerated growth across key metrics including accounts, assets under management, and client engagement.
By IRA Financial · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Innovative Aerosystems Announces First Quarter 2026 Results Conference Call and Webcast Date
Innovative Solutions & Support, Inc. d/b/a Innovative Aerosystems (“IA” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: ISSC), today announced that it will release first quarter 2026 results before the market opens on Thursday, February 12, 2026. A conference call will be held that same day at 10:00 a.m. ET to review the Company’s financial results, discuss recent events and conduct a question-and-answer session.
By Innovative Aerosystems · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Syniverse's Universal Commerce Remains Leader in Wholesale Roaming Monetization
Syniverse, the world's most connected company®, earned a Platinum Award for the Best Billing and Charging Evolution (BCE) Platform Solution and a Gold Award for the Best Satellite Connectivity Solution in Juniper Research's annual Future Digital Awards for Telco Innovation, reinforcing its position at the center of global communications infrastructure.
By Syniverse · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Global M&A Dealmakers See Strategic Opportunities in 2026: Sentiment Report
SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: SSNC) today announced the publication of the SS&C Intralinks H1 2026 Global M&A Dealmakers Sentiment Report. In association with Reuters Events, SS&C Intralinks surveyed more than 400 global M&A dealmakers from private equity, advisory and corporate backgrounds to understand market challenges and opportunities.
By SS&C · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
OGC Strategically Expands Sector Expertise with Sports, Entertainment & Media Practice Launch
Outside General Counsel LLP (“OGC”) has announced the launch of its new Sports, Entertainment & Media practice, expanding the firm’s core offerings and deepening its work in advising high-visibility and fast-moving industries. The launch is supported by the recent addition of two new partners, significantly expanding OGC’s ability to serve clients across sponsorships, media rights, talent, licensing, and brand-driven transactions. OGC is a fast-growing, nationally-recognized law firm that partners with businesses to deliver experienced, business-minded counsel that scales alongside their growth.
By Outside General Counsel LLP · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
BorderPlex to Study Potential of Powering Project Jupiter with Geothermal Energy
Today, BorderPlex Digital Assets, LLC (BorderPlex) announced it has launched a formal, multi-phase, scientific and technical investigation into the geothermal resource potential of the area surrounding its Growth Infrastructure Campus in Doña Ana County, New Mexico, to evaluate the feasibility of developing carbon-free geothermal power for the campus, in partnership with New Mexico Tech.
By BorderPlex Digital Assets, LLC · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Infleqtion Appoints Dave Kresse as Vice President of Commercial Solutions
Infleqtion (the “Company”), a global leader in neutral atom-based quantum computing and quantum sensing, powered by neutral-atom technology, announced the appointment of Dave Kresse as Vice President of Commercial Solutions, effective immediately. Kresse brings more than 30 years of experience building and scaling technology businesses, leading global teams and forging commercial partnerships. He joins Infleqtion after the company announced in September that it plans to go public through a business combination with Churchill Capital Corp X (NASDAQ: CCCX) (“Churchill X”), a special purpose acquisition company.
By Infleqtion · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Ocient Assessed “Awardable” for Department of War (DoW) Work in the CDAO’s Tradewinds Solutions Marketplace
Ocient, the AI-driven, industry-specific solutions provider, today announced that it has achieved “Awardable” status through the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office’s (CDAO) Tradewinds Solutions Marketplace. The Tradewinds Solutions Marketplace is the premier offering of Tradewinds, the Department of War’s (DoW’s) suite of tools and services designed to accelerate the procurement and adoption of AI/ML, data, and analytics capabilities. Ocient delivers a unified, AI-ready data foundation that enables enterprises and government agencies to ingest, retain, and analyze extremely large, complex datasets in real time with predictable performance and cost. Powered by the Ocient Data Intelligence Platform, Ocient solutions enable national security agencies to consolidate analytics and AI workloads on a single platform, supporting real-time insight, scalable operations, and mission-critical decision-making across complex data environments.
By Ocient · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Aleo, Toku, and Paxos Labs Launch First Private Stablecoin Payroll Solution, Removing the Final Barrier to Enterprise Stablecoin Adoption
For years, the promise of using stablecoins for business has been blocked by one fundamental flaw: a total lack of privacy. Every transaction on a public blockchain is visible to anyone, making them a non-starter for sensitive operations like payroll. Today, that changes.
By Aleo · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
At NADA, Marchex to Showcase AI-Powered Conversation Intelligence as a Strategic Growth Lever for Auto Dealers Facing a Challenging 2026 Market
Marchex® (NASDAQ: MCHX), which harnesses the power of AI and conversation intelligence to provide actionable insights derived from prescriptive vertical-market data analytics, today announced it will exhibit at the 2026 National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Show (booth #7337N). As dealerships face a year currently forecast to bring more limited sales growth and increased pressure on service departments, every customer conversation becomes more crucial for success. With consumers anticipated to keep their vehicles longer, service operations will face higher demand and operational challenges—creating a significant growth opportunity for dealers equipped with the right systems and insights.
By Marchex · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026
Mercyhealth Empowers its Coder Workforce with Expanded AI Capabilities Across 10 Specialties
Mercyhealth, a leading multi-regional health system serving 55 communities across northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin, today announced that it has achieved a 5.1 percent revenue uplift and a 50 percent reduction in A/R days since automating its high-volume claims across 10 specialties.
By Arintra · Via Business Wire · January 29, 2026