Authorities in Asia have detained key operators behind a sophisticated counterfeit network, seizing thousands of illicit Unimate and Balance stick packs. The raid targeted an unregulated manufacturing facility where specialized machinery was used to produce fraudulent versions of the company’s flagship nutritional products, valued at tens of thousands of dollars.
Michael Ives, the former chief financial officer of Prometheus Group, has joined the board of directors at iBase-t. The appointment aims to leverage his two decades of experience in scaling industrial software firms as the Lake Forest-based company seeks to accelerate the expansion of its digital manufacturing platform.
Teachers, parents, and students often approach school trips with clashing priorities, leaving travel operators struggling to bridge the gap. Sacramento-based GL Travel is attempting to resolve this friction by launching a redesigned website, built alongside agency Digital Silk, to tailor the planning process for each specific audience.
Positioned near State Farm Stadium, a new 50,000-square-foot orthopedic center is now operational in Glendale, Arizona. The facility consolidates musculoskeletal care, ambulatory surgery, physical therapy, and advanced diagnostic imaging into a single campus, marking a major expansion for the physician-led group as it scales its footprint across the Phoenix metropolitan area.
With over 30,000 members now contributing to its open-source mission, the OWASP GenAI Security Project has unveiled its 2026 Top 10 for LLM Applications. The release marks a strategic pivot toward securing autonomous agentic systems, addressing the urgent security demands of organizations moving AI from experimentation into live production environments.
Contractors may soon retire their compressors as Metabo HPT launches a new category of cordless nailers designed to replicate the raw speed and power of traditional pneumatic tools. By integrating an air-spring system directly into the device, the company aims to slash the 150 hours per year framers typically lose to logistics.
As the first anniversary of Charlie Kirk’s passing nears, the label Real America’s Music is launching a tribute project titled "We Miss You, Charlie." Set for release on September 4, 2026, the single features performances by Natasha Owens and Benjy Gaither, serving as both a memorial and a fundraising vehicle.
The Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority has tapped Envocore to lead a five-year, $129 million modernization program. The project focuses on replacing 1.5 million ultrasonic water meters across 78 municipalities, aiming to curb water loss and improve billing accuracy through advanced infrastructure deployment.
Manufacturing firms in the defense and aerospace sectors are struggling to keep factory floors aligned with the rapid pace of software-driven design. To bridge this coordination gap, Dirac is integrating its BuildOS platform with Amazon Web Services, aiming to replace static, document-heavy workflows with automated, model-based production systems.
As global regulations turn circularity into a mandatory license to operate, fashion brands are finding that mere compliance is no longer enough to secure a market edge. Kearney’s 2026 Circular Fashion Index reveals that while industry adoption is rising, only a tiny fraction of companies are successfully translating new capabilities into profit.
Reallusion has released AI Studio 1.1, transitioning the platform into a standalone application that operates independently of iClone and Character Creator. This architectural shift aims to streamline production pipelines while introducing upgraded generative models, including the 30-second cinematic video capability of Seedance 2.5 and enhanced AI actor consistency.
The Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority has tapped Envocore for a five-year, $129 million modernization program to overhaul the island's aging utility network. The project aims to replace approximately 1.5 million ultrasonic water meters, spanning all 78 municipalities, to improve billing accuracy and curb systemic water loss.
Healthcare practices can now bridge the gap between advertising campaigns and actual patient bookings. Atlanta-based CallRail has launched 15 new integrations with leading electronic health record and patient management systems, moving the industry standard beyond simple call volume metrics toward tracking tangible clinical outcomes.
Rigel Pharmaceuticals’ chief financial officer Dean Schorno will headline a series of investor conferences this month, targeting three major industry gatherings in New York. The biotechnology firm aims to bolster its market visibility through a mix of one-on-one sessions and formal company presentations scheduled across mid-September.
As crossovers and SUVs dominate modern vehicle sales, Kumho Tire U.S.A. is launching the Crugen GT Pro, an all-season touring tire designed to support the increased weight and performance demands of contemporary passenger vehicles, including electric models, while offering a 75,000-mile treadwear warranty.
Cumming-based estate planning firm Wilson Legal, PC has officially rebranded as Love Legacy Estate Planning, shifting its focus from purely technical document preparation to a model that incorporates personal values. Founder Michelle Wilson aims to help clients include a "heart message" in their legal documents to prevent future family conflict.
Equisoft has appointed Bob Thrall as Chief Sales Officer to spearhead the company’s global growth strategy. With three decades of experience in financial services technology, Thrall is tasked with expanding the firm’s footprint among insurance carriers and financial institutions as they pivot toward AI-driven digital transformation.
Bob Thrall has stepped into the role of Chief Sales Officer at Equisoft, tasked with steering the digital solutions provider through an aggressive phase of AI-driven growth. Bringing three decades of financial services experience to the Montreal-based firm, he aims to bridge the widening gap between legacy systems and modern policyholder expectations.
After nearly two decades as a co-founder and pillar of Math for America Los Angeles, Dr. Darryl Yong has been appointed Executive Director to spearhead the organization’s next phase of growth. He assumes the role with a mandate to scale the nonprofit’s fellowship model and expand its longitudinal research initiatives.
Lancaster-based Trout CPA has acquired the Towson, Maryland firm Schiff & Associates, aiming to bolster its specialized dental practice advisory services. The move marks a strategic push for the Pennsylvania firm to deepen its footprint across the Mid-Atlantic region while integrating a niche practice into its broader portfolio.
Mining operations facing pressure to extract more value from lower-grade ores are turning to biosurfactant-enhanced flotation reagents. Locus Mining, a division of Locus Fermentation Solutions, has introduced FrothBoost to address circuit-level constraints, aiming to improve recovery and concentrate quality across various mineral processing applications.
Private employers added just 38,000 jobs in August, marking the slowest pace of hiring since January. The latest ADP National Employment Report reveals a labor market cooling under the weight of demographic shifts and persistent economic uncertainty, as key sectors like manufacturing and professional services shed positions.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has granted Calumet full exemptions on two small refinery petitions for the 2025 compliance year. This regulatory win allows the Indianapolis-based manufacturer to remove 71 million RINs from its balance sheet, a move valued at approximately $170 million as of June 30, 2026.
Expanding its footprint across the Gulf Coast, Summit Fire & Security has launched a new branch in Galveston, Texas. This strategic move aims to bolster the company’s regional service capabilities, providing local commercial, industrial, and healthcare sectors with a centralized source for fire protection and life safety system maintenance.
Administrators often struggle with blind spots when months pass between major testing windows, leaving student progress unmonitored. To address this, IXL Learning has introduced LevelUp Snapshot, a diagnostic tool designed to provide performance data in 15 minutes, allowing districts to pivot instructional strategies before the school year slips away.
Priced at $9.25 in a nod to her iconic anthem, Regal is bringing two of Dolly Parton’s most beloved films to more than 200 theaters nationwide. From September 4 through September 9, every ticket sold will benefit the Imagination Library, the singer’s hallmark foundation providing free books to children.
At the 2026 Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa, AGCO unveiled the Massey Ferguson N-Series, a new line of split and narrow row planters designed to simplify complex field operations. The equipment integrates factory-installed Precision Planting technology across six modular configurations to prioritize consistent seed depth and uniform crop emergence.
The global market for solar generators and plug-in storage reached 2.6 billion dollars in 2025, marking a transition from niche outdoor gear to essential household energy infrastructure. A new report from Frost & Sullivan projects this sector will more than double to 5.8 billion dollars by 2030, driven by the demand for independence.
St. Louis-based Capacity has closed a $54 million Series E funding round, pushing its total capital raised past $159 million. This influx of cash arrives as the company hits $100 million in annual recurring revenue, signaling a shift in enterprise demand toward centralized, all-in-one AI support platforms.
When a friend receives a Parkinson’s diagnosis, knowing how to respond can feel daunting. Michael J. Fox and Harrison Ford are tackling that awkwardness head-on in a new awareness campaign, using their real-life rapport to demonstrate that the most important step is simply showing up for those you love.
