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Brown Harris Stevens, the premier privately owned real estate firm, is proud to announce that Raphael De Niro and the eight-person De Niro Team have joined the firm.

Branded Realities Inc., (“BR”) raised $1,600,000 to fund the final development of the new Realities™ platform and soon will start a new funding round. Producing AR/Ai fan experiences is now easier, quicker, and more affordable which also allows for innovation and A/B testing. Fan experiences are highly shareable digital content that unlocks new value for all stakeholders.

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA‑TECH), a proven small business provider of Major Range and Test Facility Base (MRTFB) operations and management services, has been awarded the West Desert Test Center (WDTC) Mission Support Services contract at the U.S. Army Dugway Proving Ground. Battelle will serve as a major subcontractor on the seven‑year contract, valued at more than $100 million. The award was made as a small business set‑aside.

Wesleyan Impact Partners is pleased to announce the addition of five new members to its Board of Directors: Rev. Dr. Reginald Blount, Rev. Dr. April Casperson, Rev. Rachel Gilmore, Rev. Robert R. “Robb” Webb III, and C. Todd Willis. Together, these leaders bring deep experience in church innovation, philanthropy, and community-centered ministry. They will help expand and deepen Wesleyan Impact Partners’ empowerment of the congregations, neighborhoods, and leaders it serves across the United States.

Texas Methodist Foundation (TMF) is pleased to announce the addition of four new members to its Board of Directors: Rev. Derrick A. Cyprian, Necia Dexter, Rev. Drew Essen, and Rev. Ross Whiteaker. Together, these leaders bring deep experience in financial governance, executive leadership, and pastoral ministry. They embody TMF’s long-standing commitment to faithful stewardship and strengthening the church’s financial future across Texas and New Mexico.

In a supplement category long dominated by stimulants, appetite suppressants and short-term fixes, Biocodex is introducing a fundamentally different approach. The science-driven health & wellness company behind Florastor® recently announced the U.S. launch of Fullify™, a first-of-its-kind precision probiotic developed to support appetite management and weight loss by working with the body’s natural gut-brain signaling.

When Noah Kahan first teased ‘The Great Divide,’ fans immediately made it their own, turning the song into a shared anthem before it was officially released. Now, Mastercard is collaborating with the two-time Grammy® nominated, multi-platinum artist to bring that connection to life – co-producing and premiering the official music video on Music’s Biggest Night® and unlocking Priceless Experiences and premium access to Kahan’s music through The Mastercard Collection, a global suite of elevated dining, entertainment and travel benefits.

MITO AI (www.mito.ai), the collaborative AI platform reinventing how films, commercials, and music videos are made, today announced a funding round led by Paul Murphy at Lightspeed Venture Partners, with participation from other funds such as Kibo, Kfund, Sequoia and A16Z scouts, LifeX, and angel investors, including 5 unicorn founders and executives at USV, Roblox and Github.

Aera Technology today announced that it has been named a Leader in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Decision Intelligence Platforms. This report marks a major milestone, according to Aera Technology, establishing decision intelligence as a distinct enterprise software category amid accelerating enterprise demand and validating its critical role in driving measurable business impact.

FICO (NYSE: FICO), a global analytics software leader, today announced that Gartner named FICO a Leader in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Decision Intelligence Platforms. The Magic Quadrant report evaluated FICO based on its Ability to Execute. FICO believes this recognition is a landmark moment for FICO as it reflects the commitment to empowering customers and delivering lasting impact worldwide.

The organizers of GDC Festival of Gaming have released the results of the 2026 State of the Game Industry Survey, offering insights into key game industry trends based on responses from more than 2,300 game industry professionals. In line with GDC’s broader transformation into the GDC Festival of Gaming, this year’s State of the Game Industry Survey has also expanded to better serve the full game ecosystem.

HOKA®, a division of Deckers Brands (NYSE: DECK), introduces the Cielo X1 3.0, the brand’s lightest super shoe to date. Propulsive and precision-tuned for race day, the Cielo X1 3.0 is engineered to minimize weight and maximize performance, helping runners chase their fastest results yet.

Chronicle, a leading provider of oracle infrastructure and verifiable onchain finance, announced its role in MoonPay's enterprise stablecoin services built on the M0 platform. Chronicle's oracle technology ensures the secure and accurate minting and redemption of any MoonPay issued stablecoins, providing continuous verification of underlying assets backing and maintaining the integrity of the digital dollar infrastructure.

T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas’ world-class sports and live entertainment venue, and the Southern Nevada Toyota Dealers (Toyota) have launched a dynamic new agreement that makes Toyota the arena’s newest Founding Partner and its first Official Automotive Sponsor. The multi-year deal, brokered by AEG Global Partnerships, represents a powerful alignment between two brands known for innovation, performance, and deep local impact.

Variscite, a leading worldwide System on Module (SoM) designer, developer and manufacturer, today announced a new series of SoMs/Computer on Modules (CoMs) that conform to the Smart Mobility Architecture (SMARC) interface standard. Variscite’s first SMARC-compatible SoM series begins with the NXP i.MX 8M Plus processor-powered VAR-SMARC-MX8M-PLUS.

The SWBC Foundation has announced a $100,000 donation to the American Cancer Society’s Methodist Healthcare Ministries Hope Lodge San Antonio, helping fund the Community Pantry for patients and caregivers navigating cancer treatment.

Biz2X, the global SaaS platform powering AI-driven small business lending for banks and non-banks, today released a new report with Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Urgency and Opportunity: The Next Chapter in Small Business Finance being unveiled today at the ninth annual Biz2X Frontiers conference in Miami. The analysis combines real-time small business data with BCG’s macro and industry insights. It shows how better visibility into cash flow, AI-based credit decisions, and earlier insight into liquidity needs are changing how small businesses access credit. These shifts appear well before they show up in traditional economic data.

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of B (Fair) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “bb” (Fair) of National Insurance Company (NIC) (Jordan). The outlook of these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable.

Today, the iconic Italian legend and one of the most beloved and recognized musical voices in the world, Maestro Andrea Bocelli, announced new North American dates for his 2026 Romanza 30th Anniversary World Tour, celebrating his widely-acclaimed 1997 breakthrough album Romanza. The tour, presented by global wealth management and investment banking firm, Stifel, will feature many of his famed songs live, including timeless songs like Con Te Partirò.

E2open, a WiseTech Global Group company and connected supply chain SaaS platform with the largest multi-enterprise network, has been recognized as a Leader in two IDC MarketScape reports: Worldwide Global Trade Management (GTM) Applications for Manufacturers and Exporters 2025 Vendor Assessment (Doc # US53604225, December 2025) and Worldwide Global Trade Management for Retailers and Importers 2025-2026 Vendor Assessment (Doc # US51573724, December 2025). Both IDC MarketScape reports recognize e2open for strengths in comprehensive trade content and depth of expertise; automation; AI capabilities and strategic development; and end-to-end supply chain orchestration across a multi-enterprise partner network. E2open Global Trade Management supports manufacturers and exporters as they navigate the complexities of cross-border trade, while also helping retailers and importers drive greater automation, visibility, and control across inbound logistics operations.

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Franklin Templeton, a global investment leader, today announced the launch of Intelligence Hub, a modular, AI-driven distribution platform powered by Microsoft Azure. Intelligence Hub is the latest milestone in the firms’ multiyear collaboration to transform enterprise productivity and deliver personalized, insight driven experiences at scale.

Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI) today announced its Board of Directors declared a regular cash dividend of 30.0 cents per share. The dividend is payable February 27th, 2026, to shareholders of record on February 12th, 2026. Donaldson is a member of the S&P High-Yield Dividend Aristocrats Index and calendar year 2025 marked the 30th consecutive year of annual dividend increases. The Company has paid a cash dividend every quarter for 70 years.

Uniphore, the Business AI company, has been recognized as a Leader in the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Customer Data platforms. A complimentary copy of the full report is available here.

Go Brewing, one of the fastest-growing non-alcoholic beer manufacturers in the U.S., according to Nielsen, today announced strategic financing from Rich Roll Enterprises and follow-on investment from Listen Ventures. The investment marks a full-circle moment: Roll was the keynote speaker at Founder Joe Chura's GO event, where the idea for Go Brewing was born.

Titan Production Equipment, LLC announced today that it has been awarded the contract to engineer, design, and manufacture the Fuel Gas Letdown Stations for Project Matador, AI Data Center‑energy development near Amarillo, Texas.

Dr. Karyn Eilber, a nationally recognized urogynecologist and specialist in female pelvic medicine, has announced the launch of her new membership-based pelvic and bladder health practice in Beverly Hills. Built in partnership with Monarch, the practice is designed to provide women with unrushed, evidence-based care for complex and often overlooked pelvic, bladder, and midlife health concerns.

Convera, a global leader in commercial payments, today announces the appointment of Meaghan Riley to Chief Commercial Officer, as the company continues its growth trajectory, expands to new markets, and drives scalable revenue opportunities across geographies and sectors. Prior to Convera, Meaghan was Chief Operating Officer for Google Cloud North America, where she led a major go-to-market transformation and launched high-growth segments.

Bitdefender, a global cybersecurity leader, has been named a Customers’ Choice in the 2026 Gartner Peer Insights™ Voice of the Customer for Endpoint Protection Platforms (EPP) report.¹ Bitdefender was one of just five vendors to receive this distinction among 18 vendors evaluated. In our opinion, this recognition reflects Bitdefender’s strong performance across real-world business deployments, as validated by customer feedback and peer reviews.

Weedmaps, the leading cannabis marketplace and discovery platform, is returning to its action sports roots as a partner of Record Breakers, a once-in-a-lifetime extreme sports spectacle taking over Revel Surf Park in Mesa, Arizona, on January 31, 2026. The full-day festival will unite elite athletes, world-record attempts, live music, and thousands of fans for an unprecedented collision of adrenaline, culture, and recovery-driven performance.

Marcello Hallake has joined Dorsey & Whitney LLP as a Partner in the Mergers & Acquisitions group in New York, the international law firm announced today.

Aviation Capital Group LLC (ACG), a premier global full-service aircraft asset manager, announced today the delivery of a new Boeing 737 MAX 8 to T’way Air (“T’way”), expanding our relationship with the South Korean airline.

Hightouch has been positioned by Gartner as a Leader in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Customer Data Platforms. According to Hightouch, the evaluation was based on specific criteria that analyzed the company’s overall Completeness of Vision and Ability to Execute.

Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS) and Point2 Technology today announced a strategic collaboration to validate next-generation, multi-terabit interconnects designed to eliminate scale-up connectivity bottlenecks in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) data centers. Using Keysight’s high-speed digital test solutions, including the M8050A High-Performance Bit Error Ratio Tester (BERT) and DCA-X Sampling Oscilloscopes, the companies are validating Point2’s power-efficient e-Tube™ interconnect technology to meet the stringent performance and reliability requirements of hyperscaler AI infrastructure.

Xumo, the streaming joint venture between Comcast and Charter Communications, today announced a new way for advertisers to access Xumo’s premium streaming inventory through OpenPath, a direct supply path from global advertising technology leader The Trade Desk. As the first publisher to connect OpenPath through FreeWheel, Xumo’s primary ad serving platform, Xumo is helping to set a new standard for more direct access to connected TV (CTV) inventory.

The audit and assurance firm of Grant Thornton in the U.S., Grant Thornton LLP, has named Craig Woodfield national managing partner of Assurance Quality and Risk. In this role, he will oversee all quality control and risk functions for Grant Thornton’s Audit & Assurance business. Woodfield succeeds Jeff Hughes, who will be retiring in June 2026 after a successful 40-year career.

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Great Lakes Credit Union (GLCU) and Takara today announced the launch of DREAM (Discount for Real Estate Affordability and Mobility), to address one of the most pressing challenges in today’s housing and mortgage markets: the mortgage lock-in effect.

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.

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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.

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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.