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Huawei and HP Inc. Sign Global Patent Cross-Licensing Agreement

Huawei and HP Inc. Sign Global Patent Cross-Licensing Agreement

Huawei and HP Inc. have signed a multiyear global patent cross-licensing agreement, including HP's license to certain Huawei WiFi patents, highlighting Huawei's innovation and HP's leadership in compu...

August 26, 2026Read the full article →
GREE Ranked No.1 Globally in Premium Residential Air Conditioners by Sales Volume in 2025

GREE Ranked No.1 Globally in Premium Residential Air Conditioners by Sales Volume in 2025

Frost & Sullivan recognizes GREE as the global leader in premium residential air conditioners for 2025, highlighting the company's technological innovations and commitment to quality.

August 26, 2026Read the full article →
Circus SE Appoints Former Compass Group Executive Jürgen Thamm to Supervisory Board

Circus SE Appoints Former Compass Group Executive Jürgen Thamm to Supervisory Board

Circus SE, a German dual-use technology company, has appointed Jürgen Thamm, a former Compass Group senior executive, to its Supervisory Board, aiming to scale its autonomous robotics deployments acro...

August 25, 2026Read the full article →
CI Web Group Awards Head's Plumbing Massive 1,575-Page Website, Opens Applications for Next Giveaway

CI Web Group Awards Head's Plumbing Massive 1,575-Page Website, Opens Applications for Next Giveaway

CI Web Group's $10,000 website giveaway for women-owned trades businesses has delivered a 1,575-page site to Head's Plumbing, and applications are now open for the next winner.

August 25, 2026Read the full article →
Moody Capital Solutions Appoints H. John Zhang as Managing Director to Strengthen Capital Markets and M&A Advisory

Moody Capital Solutions Appoints H. John Zhang as Managing Director to Strengthen Capital Markets and M&A Advisory

Moody Capital Solutions, a Long Beach-based investment bank, has added veteran banker H. John Zhang to lead capital markets and M&A advisory, bringing over 30 years of experience and Asian institution...

August 25, 2026Read the full article →
Chinese EV Makers Accelerate Global Expansion as Domestic Sales Falter

Chinese EV Makers Accelerate Global Expansion as Domestic Sales Falter

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers are intensifying efforts to enter international markets due to slowing domestic demand, which could increase global competition and consumer choice.

August 25, 2026Read the full article →
Coal Companies Post Record Profits as Gulf Instability Drives Energy Demand

Coal Companies Post Record Profits as Gulf Instability Drives Energy Demand

The ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict and closure of the Strait of Hormuz have led to record profits for coal companies and increased interest in renewable energy solutions like those from GeoSolar Technolog...

August 25, 2026Read the full article →
GlobalTech Announces 1-for-3 Reverse Stock Split to Support Nasdaq Uplisting

GlobalTech Announces 1-for-3 Reverse Stock Split to Support Nasdaq Uplisting

GlobalTech Corp. has announced a 1-for-3 reverse stock split effective August 27, 2026, aiming to meet Nasdaq listing requirements and reduce outstanding shares from 152 million to 50 million.

August 25, 2026Read the full article →
Knightscope to Showcase Autonomous Security Force at GSX 2026

Knightscope to Showcase Autonomous Security Force at GSX 2026

Knightscope will debut its integrated Autonomous Security Force, including new robots and software, at GSX 2026, signaling a major step in the evolution of security technology.

August 25, 2026Read the full article →
Knitup's New Production Model Targets Creator Economy with Premium Knitwear

Knitup's New Production Model Targets Creator Economy with Premium Knitwear

Knitup introduces a flexible, no-minimum production model for premium knitwear, empowering creators to launch fashion-grade products without inventory risk.

August 25, 2026Read the full article →
Baolai Steel Expands ERW Pipe Supply for Global Infrastructure Projects

Baolai Steel Expands ERW Pipe Supply for Global Infrastructure Projects

Baolai Steel highlights its ERW pipe manufacturing and processing capabilities for infrastructure and industrial projects worldwide, emphasizing quality control and integrated supply chain.

August 25, 2026Read the full article →
VOCIC Launches U32 Ultra Lightweight Manual Wheelchair to Simplify Daily Mobility for Seniors and Caregivers

VOCIC Launches U32 Ultra Lightweight Manual Wheelchair to Simplify Daily Mobility for Seniors and Caregivers

VOCIC introduces the U32 Ultra Lightweight Manual Wheelchair, designed to ease daily mobility for seniors and caregivers with a 23 lb frame, compact fold, and caregiver-friendly features.

August 25, 2026Read the full article →
Priced Out of Senior Engineers, More US Startups Are Hiring Remote Developers

Priced Out of Senior Engineers, More US Startups Are Hiring Remote Developers

US startups, unable to compete with tech giants on salary, are increasingly turning to nearshore remote developers from Latin America, a trend supported by data and projected job growth.

August 25, 2026Read the full article →
Marks Roofing Completes Major Roof Replacement in North Vancouver, Emphasizing Deck Integrity

Marks Roofing Completes Major Roof Replacement in North Vancouver, Emphasizing Deck Integrity

Marks Roofing LTD replaced a 3,000 sq. ft. asphalt shingle roof on St. Patricks Avenue in North Vancouver, highlighting the importance of checking the deck before installing new shingles.

August 25, 2026Read the full article →
Silicon Valley Entrepreneur's New Book Offers Path to Inner Peace and Global Harmony

Silicon Valley Entrepreneur's New Book Offers Path to Inner Peace and Global Harmony

Steve Farrell's new book 'The Inner Way' argues that personal transformation is the foundation for world peace, offering practical steps to cultivate presence and compassion.

August 25, 2026Read the full article →
Baolai Steel Expands Global Supply of UL Listed and FM Approved Fire Sprinkler Pipe

Baolai Steel Expands Global Supply of UL Listed and FM Approved Fire Sprinkler Pipe

Baolai Steel, a major Chinese manufacturer, is strengthening its global footprint with UL Listed and FM Approved fire sprinkler pipes, offering dual certification that simplifies code compliance and i...

August 25, 2026Read the full article →
iuvo Ranks No. 4468 on 2026 Inc. 5000, Demonstrating Growth Through Innovation

iuvo Ranks No. 4468 on 2026 Inc. 5000, Demonstrating Growth Through Innovation

iuvo's ranking on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list highlights its significant revenue growth driven by operational excellence and AI, showcasing how technology investments can fuel business expansion without p...

August 25, 2026Read the full article →
Hawaii Hotel Market Sees Stalemate as Buyers and Sellers Disagree on Pricing

Hawaii Hotel Market Sees Stalemate as Buyers and Sellers Disagree on Pricing

Hawaii's hotel market is experiencing a slowdown due to a two-point gap between buyer and seller return expectations, driven by high debt costs and a shift in buyer demographics.

August 24, 2026Read the full article →
Kaufman & Company Expands BridgeStar.ai into Comprehensive Partner Portal with Eight New Engagement Tracks

Kaufman & Company Expands BridgeStar.ai into Comprehensive Partner Portal with Eight New Engagement Tracks

Kaufman & Company has significantly expanded its BridgeStar.ai portal to serve all partner types, adding new client tools and administrative capabilities, streamlining engagement across its ten operat...

August 24, 2026Read the full article →
Get Cricket ID Online Revamps Digital Structure for Enhanced User Navigation

Get Cricket ID Online Revamps Digital Structure for Enhanced User Navigation

Get Cricket ID Online has introduced a centralized, resource-based website structure to simplify access to platform-specific information, improving user experience and mobile accessibility.

August 24, 2026Read the full article →
Trafford Buyers Urged to Act Now as Market Conditions Favor Purchasers

Trafford Buyers Urged to Act Now as Market Conditions Favor Purchasers

With asking prices dropping and potential rate cuts on the horizon, JP Goldman advises Trafford buyers to act quickly before competition intensifies.

August 24, 2026Read the full article →
California Officials Urge Road Users to Follow 'ABCs' for School Zone Safety

California Officials Urge Road Users to Follow 'ABCs' for School Zone Safety

As schools reopen, the California Office of Traffic Safety and Caltrans remind drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists to prioritize safety in school zones, emphasizing alertness and yielding to children...

August 24, 2026Read the full article →
Frontieras Advances Low-Sulfur Industrial Carbon for Heavy Industry

Frontieras Advances Low-Sulfur Industrial Carbon for Heavy Industry

Frontieras North America's FASForm process produces FASCarbon, a low-sulfur solid carbon that directly substitutes higher-grade inputs in steelmaking and industrial heating, addressing a critical need...

August 24, 2026Read the full article →
Chilean Copper Producers Slash 2026 Guidance After Severe Weather, Raising Global Supply Concerns

Chilean Copper Producers Slash 2026 Guidance After Severe Weather, Raising Global Supply Concerns

Antofagasta and Lundin cut their 2026 copper production guidance by up to 55,000 tons due to severe storms in Chile, highlighting ongoing vulnerabilities in global copper supply and potential price vo...

August 24, 2026Read the full article →
Xeriant's NexBoard Could Replace Multiple Construction Materials, Lab Tests Show

Xeriant's NexBoard Could Replace Multiple Construction Materials, Lab Tests Show

Independent lab tests show Xeriant's NexBoard outperforms drywall, plywood, and other materials, suggesting a universal construction board that could simplify building practices.

August 24, 2026Read the full article →
Vietnamese Grooming Chain East West Barbershop Sets Sights on U.S. Market

Vietnamese Grooming Chain East West Barbershop Sets Sights on U.S. Market

East West Barbershop, a Vietnamese men's grooming chain with over 130 locations, is preparing to enter the highly competitive U.S. barbershop market, aiming to prove that its experiential, scalable bu...

August 24, 2026Read the full article →
CME Group Scholarships Support Young Illinois Farmers and Ranchers

CME Group Scholarships Support Young Illinois Farmers and Ranchers

CME Group awarded $5,000 scholarships to Grand Champion livestock exhibitors and $1,000 scholarships to Illinois 4-H Skillathon champions at the Illinois State Fair, continuing its decade-long investm...

August 24, 2026Read the full article →
Marina Bay Sailing Team Building Expands to 48 Participants with Inclusive Meal

Marina Bay Sailing Team Building Expands to 48 Participants with Inclusive Meal

One Dynamics Team Building introduces a scalable sailing program at Marina Bay for corporate groups of 8 to 48, combining teamwork on water with a post-activity meal to enhance team cohesion.

August 22, 2026Read the full article →