The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has granted TuHURA Biosciences patent protection for technology designed to reprogram the tumor microenvironment. By targeting Delta Opioid Receptors (DOR) on immunosuppressive cells, the company aims to prevent T cell exhaustion, a critical failure point in current cancer immunotherapies.
As the American Library Association celebrates its 150th anniversary this week, the organization has unveiled a definitive list of the 150 most challenged books from the past three and a half decades, highlighting a persistent national struggle over intellectual freedom and the right to read in public institutions.
Boardwalk Real Estate Investment Trust is signaling a pivot in its portfolio strategy, reporting a rise in occupancy rates for September and October 2026 alongside a series of asset sales totaling over $500 million year-to-date as the Calgary-based firm looks to capitalize on shifting market demand.
Boston-based software provider Appfire has launched a trio of AI-driven tools aimed at bridging the gap between human expertise and autonomous agents. The release, which includes LiveRisk and QueueZero alongside an early-access program for JMWE Advanced, signals a strategic pivot toward governing complex work environments within existing platforms like Jira.
FF EAI Robotics Ecosystem Inc. reported a record 265 unit shipments in September, signaling a sharp uptick in the company’s push to scale its humanoid and bionic robot deployments. This performance brings cumulative deliveries to 817 units since February, positioning the firm as a leader in U.S. robotics logistics.
At the Cell & Gene Meeting on the Mesa, Houston-based PackGene Biotech confirmed the successful delivery of three client projects at 10L scale. By utilizing its proprietary π-Alpha 293 AAV platform, the company proved its capacity to manufacture high-quality gene therapy material across five distinct, next-generation capsids.
With 6,737 brands pouring $1.42 billion into the 2026 Men's World Cup, the complexity of sports marketing has outpaced traditional tracking. MediaRadar is responding to this fragmentation by launching Total Event Investment, a framework designed to synthesize broadcast, live streaming, and sponsorship data into a cohesive intelligence stream.
Performance-driven agency Diray Media has appointed Media Consulting Group as its upstream optimization partner, aiming to scrub and refine streaming inventory before bids are placed. By integrating MCG’s supply-side analysis, the agency intends to filter out low-value impressions and ensure higher-quality traffic reaches its proprietary buying platform.
After years of supporting fellow veterans in hospitals and rehabilitation centers, retired Army veteran Marquita Foxworth is pivoting to professional home care. She has officially opened a new Caring Senior Service franchise in Saginaw, aiming to alleviate the caregiving burden for families across the Fort Worth area.
With a $400 million injection from W Group, Delaware-based startup SignSplit has emerged from stealth to build a marketplace for "signed data." The firm aims to bridge the gap between AI developers and human contributors by providing a technical framework for licensing personal data, creative work, and digital likenesses.
A Delaware-based startup has emerged from stealth with a $400 million strategic seed investment from W Group, catapulting the firm to a $1 billion valuation. SignSplit aims to build a new infrastructure for the digital economy, enabling individuals to license their personal data, work, and likeness for use in artificial intelligence.
The racing-themed "Built for Speed" conference, held September 27-29 at the JW Marriott in Indianapolis, served as a rallying point for the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration trades. The three-day gathering focused on professional development, mentorship, and the recognition of women driving innovation within the historically male-dominated industry.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has pledged $7.047 million to bolster American Red Cross blood collection and disaster response efforts. This donation is supplemented by an additional $850,000 earmarked specifically for relief operations following the destruction caused by Super Typhoon Sinlaku last April.
More than 300 investors, lenders, and public officials gathered at The Pierre on Thursday for the 2026 Project & Infrastructure Finance Awards. The record-setting attendance marks a historic high for the event, underscoring a deepening appetite for energy and infrastructure investment across Latin America and the Caribbean.
Patients with type 1 diabetes who consistently engage with alerts from the MiniMed Smart MDI system show significantly better glycemic control, according to a six-month randomized trial presented at the European Association for the Study of Diabetes.
October brings a aggressive discount to the pizza chain as Domino’s launches a week-long promotion offering 50% off all menu-priced pizzas. Running from October 5 through October 11, the deal applies to every ordering channel, including mobile app purchases, phone orders, and walk-ins at locations nationwide.
Viatris Inc. will disclose its financial performance for the third quarter of 2026 on Thursday, November 5. Executives from the Pittsburgh-based healthcare firm plan to host a live webcast and conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET to review the results with stakeholders and analysts.
New York-based Slang AI has launched Superhost, an artificial intelligence platform designed to function as a digital team member for full-service restaurants. Moving beyond basic scripted responses, the system utilizes memory-aware technology and emotional intelligence to manage reservations, recognize regulars, and handle complex inquiries in 97 languages.
The global relay market is set for sustained expansion, with valuations expected to climb from $11.75 billion in 2026 to $15.65 billion by 2031. Driven by a 5% compound annual growth rate, the sector is being reshaped by the rapid electrification of industrial, automotive, and energy infrastructure.
Sara Bonstein, who has served as the chief financial officer of Insmed Incorporated for nearly seven years, will vacate her position on October 30. Her departure arrives as the Bridgewater-based biopharmaceutical firm prepares for its third-quarter earnings report, with the company confirming it has already initiated a search for her successor.
Redmond-based Halfpricesoft.com has introduced new features for its ezPaycheck software, aiming to help small and mid-sized businesses bypass recurring subscription fees. By moving payroll and tax filing in-house, companies can now manage complex W-2 and 941 filings while avoiding the per-employee charges typical of cloud-based platforms.
For the sixth year running, digital personal finance firm Achieve has secured a spot on Arizona’s Most Admired Companies list. The annual selection, curated by Az Business magazine and BestCompaniesAZ, highlights the organization’s persistent focus on employee development, community engagement, and its broader mission of stabilizing consumer debt.
Quantinuum and The University of Western Australia have signed a memorandum of understanding to integrate quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and high-performance computing into the nation's industrial landscape. The collaboration provides local researchers and entrepreneurs with direct access to Helios, the company's high-fidelity commercial quantum computing platform.
Peggy Johnson, head of humanoid robotics firm Agility Robotics, has been tapped to join Project Meridian, a Department of War-commissioned initiative led by The MITRE Corporation. The group aims to shape national security strategy and defense investment priorities through a long-term assessment of emerging technology over the next two decades.
A new study published in Nature Medicine demonstrates that a non-invasive urine test can move beyond simple cancer detection to predict how specific tumors will respond to immunotherapy. By analyzing cell-free RNA, researchers identified molecular signatures that distinguish tumor aggressiveness and residual disease without requiring surgical tissue biopsies.
Recross Cardio has reached the 25-subject threshold in its PROTEA-PFO clinical program, a multicenter study evaluating a novel membrane-based sealing system. The trial, currently active across the United States and Serbia, assesses the safety and performance of the device in patients who have suffered ischemic strokes due to paradoxical embolism.
ECARX Holdings has completed its acquisition of the Flyme software portfolio from DreamSmart Group for 1.8 billion RMB, securing full control over the Flyme Auto cockpit system and Flyme OS. This all-cash deal integrates critical R&D assets and intellectual property directly into the London-based automotive intelligence company's technology stack.
Houston-based Superior Hydrovac has expanded its regional footprint through the acquisition of Delta Daylighting, a local provider specializing in non-destructive excavation. The move integrates Delta’s workforce and existing client contracts into Peak Utility Services Group’s broader infrastructure platform to bolster capacity across the competitive Texas utility market.
Raleigh-based self-storage operator 10 Federal has appointed a new executive leadership team, naming Geoff Hayth as President and Chief Customer Experience Officer, Beau Agnello as Chief Operating Officer, and promoting Brian Oakley to Chief Technology Officer to spearhead a major phase of corporate growth.
With an oversubscribed pre-seed round closed, Baltimore-based SereNeuro Therapeutics is accelerating its lead non-opioid program, SN101. The biotech firm aims to move its iPSC-derived therapy toward IND-enabling studies, leveraging unique cellular biology to treat chronic joint pain without the addictive risks associated with traditional opioid-based interventions.
