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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.