Even as inflationary pressures force price hikes across every energy technology, wind and solar remain the cheapest options for new-build power generation. Lazard’s 19th annual LCOE+ report highlights that while all sources face rising costs, renewables continue to dominate near-term capacity additions in the United States.
Physical security has shifted from a back-office compliance task to a strategic business asset, prompting Falls Church-based Kastle to announce its largest leadership expansion in two decades. The firm has appointed five senior executives to scale its integrated platform across the $1 trillion commercial real estate sector.
Gadi Levin has been appointed Chief Financial Officer of A2Z Cust2Mate Solutions, effective immediately. The Toronto-based technology company, which specializes in AI-powered smart shopping carts, is looking to leverage Levin’s background in public company financial management to scale its operations and drive future profitability.
Despite a recent slump in share price, Vancouver-based Defense Metals Corp. is doubling down on its Wicheeda Rare Earth Project. Management is pushing ahead with pilot-scale metallurgical testing and geotechnical drilling, aiming to solidify the site’s status as a cornerstone of the North American critical minerals supply chain.
As businesses deploy autonomous agents into critical systems, a new integration between OpenBox AI and Temporal aims to solve the problem of accountability. By embedding authorization and audit logs directly into the execution layer, the partnership forces AI agents to prove every action remains within defined policy boundaries.
At Data Center Asia 2026, U Power’s hydrogen venture, HYDRO DATA, signaled a shift in digital infrastructure strategy by unveiling plans to integrate proton exchange membrane fuel cells into AI-driven data centers, addressing the escalating power demands that currently threaten to outpace traditional grid capabilities.
Sixteen Nobel laureates joined over 200 prominent economists and AI researchers this week to demand immediate policy intervention regarding the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence. The group warns that the technology’s economic impact could dwarf the Industrial Revolution, occurring on a timeline that leaves little room for societal adjustment.
InMode Ltd. expects to report second-quarter revenue between $95.2 million and $95.4 million for 2026, marking a preliminary outlook ahead of its official August 5 earnings release. The Yokneam-based medical technology firm maintained its full-year revenue guidance of $365 million to $375 million despite ongoing internal strategic evaluations.
Graphic Packaging Holding Company is entering the uncoated recycled paperboard market with the launch of PaceSetter Ridgeline. This move diversifies the Atlanta-based manufacturer’s portfolio, shifting its production capabilities beyond coated materials to serve industrial sectors including tube, core, and edge protector manufacturing alongside traditional folding cartons.
Following successful public hearings in the Caldas Department, the Colombian National Mining Agency has granted Collective Mining additional mining titles in the municipalities of Supia and Marmato. The expansion consolidates the company's regional footprint and secures new territory along structural trends key to the Guayabales Project’s development.
8:30 a.m. on August 4, 2026, marks the moment Hut 8 Corp. will pull back the curtain on its second-quarter financial performance. The Miami-based energy infrastructure firm scheduled the release for before market open, followed immediately by a live conference call and webcast to dissect the latest quarterly figures.
Canada Nickel has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its Lucas Gold Project to Noble Mineral Exploration while simultaneously securing new mining claims in Lucas Township to consolidate its flagship Crawford Nickel Project footprint.
Stifling humidity and stagnant air on New York subway platforms are driving a surge in unconventional summer preparation. Commuters are increasingly turning to underarm laser hair removal not for aesthetic reasons, but as a tactical response to the persistent discomfort of high-density, high-heat transit during the peak of summer.
Washington’s Lottery has secured a seven-year contract extension with Brightstar Lottery PLC, ensuring the company remains its primary technology provider through June 2036. The deal solidifies a partnership that began in 1996, focusing on a comprehensive infrastructure overhaul across the state’s retail network.
Lazard, Inc. closed June with approximately $284.7 billion in preliminary assets under management, a figure bolstered by the strategic acquisition of a controlling stake in Elaia Partners. Despite minor monthly fluctuations, the firm maintained a solid performance trajectory, recording $7.4 billion in net inflows for the first half of 2026.
Brand Engagement Network has established a new commercial headquarters on Madison Avenue in New York City, signaling the formal U.S. launch of the Cataneo media technology platform. The move follows the company’s June acquisition of the German firm, aiming to integrate AI capabilities into established global advertising infrastructure.
A surging crowd of 400,000 attendees descended on the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai this July, cementing BilibiliWorld 2026 as the largest ACGN convention in Asia. Over three days, the event transformed eight massive exhibition halls into a global hub for fans from more than 30 countries.
Navigating complex cancer treatment options just became more intuitive for patients and providers in Michigan. The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute has overhauled its dedicated clinical trials application, introducing smarter search filters and offline capabilities to bridge the gap between breakthrough research and bedside care for over 35 cancer types.
Driven by a surge in demand for high-performance insulation across the energy and construction sectors, the global aerogel market is projected to expand from $1 billion in 2025 to $2.13 billion by 2031. This growth reflects a compound annual growth rate of 13.63% over the next six years.
After two decades of operating as a specialized trade publisher, Cleveland-based WTWH Media has rebranded as Arrowfly. The shift marks a transition into an omnichannel media and marketing powerhouse, consolidating more than 40 individual brands and 45 industry events under a single corporate identity designed for long-term growth.
The H.I.G. Capital-backed logistics firm OB Streem has acquired Med Frigo S.A., a specialized provider of temperature-controlled transport. The deal integrates Med Frigo’s extensive refrigerated fleet and aquaculture export network into OB Streem’s existing pan-European infrastructure, creating a combined entity with annual revenues exceeding $500 million.
Managing two million annual passengers, Guanacaste Airport has moved away from manual, fragmented processes by deploying a unified software ecosystem. The Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport, operated by VINCI Airports, integrated four core platforms from AirportLabs to automate flight scheduling, resource allocation, and real-time passenger communication.
Aurra Markets wrapped up its diamond-sponsored appearance at Money Expo Abu Dhabi 2026, using the two-day event at the ADNEC Centre to solidify its footprint in the Middle East. The brokerage leveraged the platform to court institutional partners and retail traders while demonstrating its latest infrastructure upgrades.
Leaving the Louisiana bayous that defined their reality television careers, Jep and Jessica Robertson are planting roots in Texas to build a community centered on faith and craftsmanship. Their new lifestyle series, "Jep & Jess: Beyond the Bayou," documents the transformation of Comanche Moon Ranch into a legacy project.
NeuroTherapia is presenting results from its Phase 2a clinical trial of NTRX-07 at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference in London. The 28-day study of 48 patients with mild cognitive impairment or Alzheimer's revealed encouraging pharmacodynamic signals, supporting the drug's role in modulating neuroinflammation.
Shanghai-based mobile game publisher Gamehaus Holdings Inc. has received a formal warning from Nasdaq after its Class A ordinary shares traded below the mandatory $1.00 threshold for 30 consecutive business days, triggering a countdown for the company to restore its market standing or face potential delisting.
Scottsdale-based Taylor Morrison secured the 356th spot on TIME’s inaugural America’s Best Companies ranking, positioning itself as the highest-rated homebuilder in the nation. The selection process prioritized a blend of corporate accountability, robust financial performance, and transparency in sustainability reporting.
Logistics group OB Streem, a portfolio company of H.I.G. Capital, has acquired Med Frigo S.A. to bolster its temperature-controlled shipping network. The deal integrates Med Frigo’s specialized cold-chain infrastructure into OB Streem’s existing operations, enhancing its capacity to move fresh aquaculture exports across European markets.
The global market for electric vehicle charging cables is set for rapid expansion, projected to climb from $2.01 billion in 2026 to $5.63 billion by 2033. This growth, representing a compound annual rate of 15.8%, is fueled by the worldwide transition to high-power DC charging and 800V vehicle architectures.
Two distinct construction sites are now active in Pensacola, marking a strategic shift for Innisfree Hotels. The company is balancing a massive expansion of its tourism portfolio on the Gulf Coast with a targeted investment in youth education, aiming to funnel hospitality profits directly into local community infrastructure.
