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KBRA Assigns AAA Rating to the Los Angeles Unified School District General Obligation Bonds, Series QRRUS (2026); Outlook Stable
KBRA has assigned a long-term rating of AAA to the Los Angeles Unified School District (County of Los Angeles, California) General Obligation Bonds, Series QRRUS (2026) (Dedicated Unlimited Ad Valorem Property Tax Bonds). Concurrently, KBRA has affirmed the long-term rating of AAA on outstanding parity General Obligation Bonds of the District. The Outlook is Stable.
By Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Investor Alert: Robbins LLP Informs Investors of the Netcapital Inc. Class Action Lawsuit
Shareholder rights law firm Robbins LLP informs investors that a class action was filed on behalf of persons or entities who purchased or otherwise acquired Netcapital Inc. (NASDAQ: NCPL) securities between December 15, 2021 and September 3, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”). Netcapital Inc. operates as a fintech company with a technology platform that allows private companies to raise capital online and provides private equity investment opportunities to investors in the United States.
By Robbins LLP · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
KBRA Assigns Preliminary Ratings to GW Issuer LLC, Series 2026-1
KBRA assigns preliminary ratings to the Series 2026-1, Class A-2 Notes, Class A-1-L Notes, Class B Notes and Class C Notes (the Series 2026-1 Notes) from GW Issuer, LLC (the Issuer), a communications infrastructure securitization.
By Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
KBRA Assigns AA+ Rating to Borough of North Slope, Alaska General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026; Affirms Rating for Parity Bonds
KBRA assigns a long-term rating of AA+ to the Borough of North Slope, Alaska General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026. KBRA additionally affirms the long-term rating of AA+ for the Borough's outstanding General Obligation Bonds. The rating Outlook is Stable.
By Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
SageSure Makes Strategic Investment in Leading Insurance-Linked Securities Fund Manager Pillar Capital Management
SageSure, one of the largest managing general underwriters focused on catastrophe-exposed markets, announced today that it has made a strategic investment in Pillar Capital Management (“Pillar”), a leading insurance-linked securities fund manager with over $4 billion of institutional assets under management. 
By SageSure · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Back on the Coast! Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Reopens in Gulfport, MS, Serving Up Legit. Texas. Barbecue.™ Once Again
The smell of Legit. Texas. Barbecue. is once again wafting through Gulfport as Dickey’s Barbecue Pit reopens at 11240 Hwy. 49 on Monday, October 12 under new local ownership.
Neptune Insurance Holdings to Announce Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results
Neptune Insurance Holdings Inc. (“Neptune” or the “Company”) (NYSE: NP), the parent company of Neptune Flood Incorporated, today announced that it will report its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026, after the market closes on October 20, 2026.
By Neptune Insurance Holdings Inc. · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Davidson Bogel Signs Two Fortune 100 Logistics Companies at 4226 E. Main Street in Grand Prairie
Davidson Bogel Real Estate announced today that two Fortune 100 logistics companies have signed leases totaling approximately 13 acres at 4226 E. Main Street in Grand Prairie, Texas. Davidson Bogel represented the landlord, Imperium Capital, in both transactions.
By Davidson Bogel Real Estate · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
micro1 Announces $1 Billion Enterprise AI Data Commitment
micro1, a data lab that helps train and improve AI models and agents, today announced a commitment to spend $1 billion over the next 12 months acquiring and licensing enterprise operational data through its Company Data Partnerships program.
By micro1 · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz Encourages The Chemours Company (CC) Shareholders To Inquire About Securities Fraud Class Action
The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of shareholders who purchased or otherwise acquired The Chemours Company (“Chemours” or the “Company”) (NYSE: CC) common stock between February 20, 2026 and August 4, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”). Chemours investors have until December 7, 2026 to file a lead plaintiff motion.
By The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
BULL Investors Have Opportunity to Lead Webull Corporation Securities Fraud Lawsuit with SBS Law
Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP (“SBS”), a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Webull Corporation (“Webull” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: BULL) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
By Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
BioConsortia Raises $15 Million to Accelerate Commercial Launch of Breakthrough Microbial Technologies
BioConsortia, Inc. today announced a $15 million equity investment from an entity affiliated with John Pasquesi, who is the managing member of existing investor Otter Capital, to accelerate commercial growth of its lead biostimulant and nitrogen-fixing seed treatment products worldwide.
By BioConsortia, Inc. · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Cotality: Hurricane Isaias Threatens About 777,000 Homes Along the Northern Gulf Coast as a Major Hurricane
Cotality, a leader in property information and analytics, today released data analysis showing about 777,000 homes across the eight counties under a Hurricane Warning, from Mississippi to the Florida Panhandle, sit at moderate or greater risk of wind damage from Hurricane Isaias. Those homes carry a reconstruction cost value (RCV) of about $241.6 billion. Isaias became a Category 3 major hurricane Friday morning, the first of the 2026 Atlantic season, with maximum sustained winds of 120 mph.
By Cotality · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
TEDC Honors President & CEO Carlton Schwab as He Announces Retirement After 28 Years of Service
The Texas Economic Development Council (TEDC) today announced the upcoming retirement of President and CEO Carlton Schwab, who has led the organization since February 1999. Schwab will conclude his tenure after nearly 28 years of service, leaving a lasting legacy as one of the most influential leaders in Texas economic development. The TEDC honored his contributions during its Annual Conference, taking place in Houston October 7–9, 2026.
Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz Encourages The Ensign Group, Inc. (ENSG) Shareholders To Inquire About Securities Fraud Class Action
The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of shareholders who purchased or otherwise acquired The Ensign Group, Inc. (“Ensign” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: ENSG) common stock between February 10, 2022 and June 18, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”). Ensign investors have until December 7, 2026 to file a lead plaintiff motion.
By Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
AvionTEq Celebrates Successful MRO Asia-Pacific 2026 and Announces UTS100 Giveaway Winner
AvionTEq, a leading global provider of aviation test equipment and support solutions, successfully finished its MRO Asia-Pacific 2026 experience from September 22-24 at Singapore EXPO.
By AvionTEq · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz Encourages Webull Corporation (BULL) Shareholders To Inquire About Securities Fraud Class Action
The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of shareholders who purchased or otherwise acquired Webull Corporation (“Webull” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: BULL) common stock between April 26, 2025 and October 6, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”). Webull investors have until December 7, 2026 to file a lead plaintiff motion.
By Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
KBRA Assigns Preliminary Ratings to DataBank Issuer, LLC and DataBank Co-Issuer, LLC Series 2026-2/3/4
KBRA assigns preliminary ratings to three class of notes from Databank Issuer, LLC and Databank Co-Issuer, LLC Series 2026-2, Series 2026-3, and Series 2026-4 (together, Series 2026-2/3/4), a colocation data center ABS transaction. The transaction represents the sixth ABS issuance issued by DataBank Issuer, LLC and DataBank Co-Issuer, LLC. All series share in the same collateral pool, which will be increased with the additional collateral on the closing date of DataBank 2026-2/3/4. KBRA’s rating analysis incorporates all prior debt issuance of the Co-Issuers. In conjunction with the issuance of the Series 2026-2/3/4 Notes, the Series 2021-2 Notes are expected to be repaid at which time KBRA will withdraw the ratings. At the same time, KBRA also anticipates affirming the ratings on the outstanding Series 2021-1 Notes, Series 2023-1 Notes, Series 2024-1 Notes, and Series 2026-1 Notes with the issuance of Series 2026-2/3/4 Notes (collectively, with the Series 2026-2/3/4 Notes, the Notes).
By Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Subversive ETFs Launches XXSP and XXQQ to Own the Market Without Elon Musk
Subversive ETFs today launched the Subversive S&P 500 Redacted ETF (CBOE: XXSP) and the Subversive Growth 100 Redacted ETF (CBOE: XXQQ), two actively managed funds that deliver broad exposure to the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, while excluding equity securities of companies founded, controlled or led by Elon Musk.
By Subversive ETFs · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
TechCreate Group Ltd. Reports First Half Fiscal Year 2026 Financial and Operational Results
TechCreate Group Ltd. (OTCMKTS: TCGLF) (“TechCreate” or the “Company”), a technology consultancy and advanced software solutions provider specializing in payment solutions, cybersecurity, and digital services, announced its financial and operational results for the six months ended June 30, 2026.
By TechCreate Group Ltd. · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Nectar MCP Brings Consumer and Creator Data to ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Copilot
Nectar, the agentic growth operating system connecting businesses to consumers, today launched Nectar MCP, which connects a brand's Nectar data to ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Copilot. It is built on the Model Context Protocol, the open standard AI assistants use to connect to outside data.
By Nectar · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Sling Therapeutics Presents Data from Phase 2b/3 LIDS Clinical Trial Demonstrating Durability of Linsitinib in Thyroid Eye Disease at ASOPRS 57th Annual Fall Scientific Symposium
Sling Therapeutics, Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing the first and only late-stage oral small-molecule therapy for thyroid eye disease (TED), today announced the presentation of efficacy, safety and new durability results from its Phase 2b/3 LIDS trial of linsitinib in adults with moderate to severe active TED. The data were highlighted in an oral presentation and in a poster session at the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS) 57th Annual Fall Scientific Symposium.
By Sling Therapeutics · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Vertex to Present New Data on ALYFTREK® at the North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (Nasdaq: VRTX) today announced new interim data from the ALYFTREK® (vanzacaftor/tezacaftor/deutivacaftor) 2 to 5 years old open-label extension study, highlighting recovery of exocrine pancreatic function in some children in that age group, allowing those children to discontinue pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT). Pancreatic exocrine insufficiency in children with cystic fibrosis (CF) was previously believed to be irreversible. These data were presented at the North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference (NACFC).
AHF Champions Girls’ Health, Rights and Futures on International Day of the Girl
On International Day of the Girl, observed annually on Oct. 11, AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) is calling for greater action to ensure girls everywhere have the health, education, protection, and opportunities they need to thrive and reach their full potential.
By AIDS Healthcare Foundation · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
PureTech Founded Entity Seaport Therapeutics Presents Additional Pharmacokinetic Data from Phase 1 Clinical Trial of GlyphAgo™ at the 39th European College of Neuropsychopharmacology (ECNP) Congress
PureTech Health plc (LSE: PRTC) ("PureTech" or the "Company"), a hub-and-spoke biotherapeutics company dedicated to giving life to science and transforming innovation into value, notes that its Founded Entity, Seaport Therapeutics, today announced the presentation of Phase 1 clinical data for GlyphAgo™ (SPT-320 or Glyph Agomelatine) at the 39th European College of Neuropsychopharmacology (ECNP) Congress, taking place October 10-13, 2026, in Munich, Germany. The poster represents the first scientific presentation of data from the GlyphAgo Phase 1 program and provides detailed pharmacokinetic (PK) analyses supporting previously reported topline results and reinforcing GlyphAgo's differentiated profile.
By PureTech Health plc · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Kayne Anderson BDC, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Release and Conference Call
Kayne Anderson BDC, Inc. (NYSE: KBDC) (“KBDC”), a business development company externally managed by its investment adviser, KA Credit Advisors, LLC, announced today that it will release its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026, on Thursday, November 5, 2026, after the close of financial markets. KBDC will host a conference call at 12:00 pm ET on Friday, November 6, 2026, to review its financial results.
By Kayne Anderson BDC, Inc. · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Deadline Approaching: Coastal Financial Corporation (CCB) Shareholders Who Lost Money Urged To Contact Law Offices of Howard G. Smith
Law Offices of Howard G. Smith reminds investors of the upcoming December 1, 2026 deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the case filed on behalf of investors who purchased Coastal Financial Corporation (“Coastal” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: CCB) securities between October 28, 2024 and July 29, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”).
By Law Offices of Howard G. Smith · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Susan G. Komen® Announces Band As One Los Angeles, a Concert for the Cure
Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, today announced its inaugural Band As One Los Angeles, a Concert for the Cure, a signature fundraising event that brings together a star-studded lineup of musical artists for an unforgettable night of music, stories and solidarity in support of people facing breast cancer. Paula Abdul will headline the event at the Dolby Theatre and be joined by musical friends who share Komen’s commitment to bringing people together to help fuel the fight to end breast cancer deaths – at a moment when that fight has never been more urgent. Proceeds from ticket sales will support Komen’s work across research, patient care, education and advocacy.
By Susan G. Komen · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
SPT Investor Alert: Robbins LLP Announces that Sprout Social, Inc. Beat Motion to Dismiss
Shareholder rights law firm Robbins LLP informs investors that on October 6, 2026, the plaintiffs in the class action against Sprout Social (NASDAQ: SPT) beat defendants' motion to dismiss the complaint. Accordingly, the stay of the case was lifted and the parties are to submit a proposed schedule for the completion of fact and expert discovery.
By Robbins LLP · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Port Houston Celebrates Historic Project 11 Milestone
Port Houston joined federal, state, and local elected officials and industry partners Thursday, October 8, to celebrate the completion of Port Houston-led segments of Project 11, the latest expansion of the Houston Ship Channel and one of the most significant infrastructure projects in the waterway’s history.
By Port Houston · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Columbia Seligman Premium Technology Growth Fund Announces a Fourth Quarter Distribution: 9.25% Annual Rate for IPO Investors
Today, Columbia Seligman Premium Technology Growth Fund, Inc. (NYSE: STK) (the Fund) declared a fourth-quarter distribution, pursuant to its managed distribution policy, in the amount of $0.4625 per share, which is equal to a quarterly rate of 2.3125% (9.25% annualized) of the $20.00 offering price in the Fund’s initial public offering in November 2009. The fourth-quarter distribution of $0.4625 per share is equal to a quarterly rate of 0.8601% (3.44% annualized) of the Fund’s market price of $53.77 per share as of September 30, 2026.
PRIVACY ALERT: AWKO Law Investigates World Acceptance Corporation for Data Breach of Over 232,000 Records
AWKO Law LLP is investigating a data breach that led to unauthorized access to the sensitive information of 232,401 individuals affiliated with World Acceptance Corporation, a South Carolina-based consumer finance company focused on small-balance installment loans.
By AWKO Law LLP · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Perficient Stars AI Navigator Launches to Help Medicare Advantage Plans Proactively Manage Star Ratings
Perficient, the leading global AI and technology consulting firm, launched Perficient Stars AI Navigator, a comprehensive suite of AI-native tools purpose-built for Medicare Advantage Star Ratings management. Leveraging predictive analytics, simulation modeling, and agent-driven engagement, the solution enables health plans to proactively identify emerging risks and opportunities before critical rating windows close.
By Perficient · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings for Palomar Holdings, Inc. and Its Member Companies and Affiliate
AM Best has affirmed the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating (Long-Term ICR) of “bbb” (Good) of Palomar Holdings, Inc. (Palomar) (Delaware) [NASDAQ: PLMR], the ultimate parent and insurance holding company of Palomar Specialty Insurance Company (PSIC) (Portland, OR), Palomar Excess and Surplus Insurance Company (PESIC) (Phoenix, AZ), Palomar Specialty Reinsurance Company Bermuda Ltd. (Palomar Re) (Bermuda), First Indemnity of America Insurance Company (FIA) (Morris Plains, NJ), and Palomar Casualty and Surety Company (Metairie, LA). Concurrently, AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of A (Excellent) and the Long-Term ICRs of “a” (Excellent) of PSIC, PESIC, Palomar Re and FIA, which are collectively rated as a group. The outlook of these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable. In addition, AM Best has also affirmed the FSR of A- (Excellent) and the Long-Term ICR of “a-” (Excellent) of Palomar Casualty and Surety Company, which is a separately rated sister company. The outlook of these ratings is positive.
By AM Best · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
UCLA Marks 10 Years of the Pritzker Emerging Environmental Genius Award and Names Zuzana Buřivalová as 2026 Winner of $100,000 Prize
The need for bold, innovative thinkers capable of addressing the world’s most pressing environmental challenges has never been greater. For the past decade, through the Pritzker Emerging Environmental Genius Award, the UCLA Institute of the Environment and Sustainability (IoES) has identified those changemakers early in their careers, giving them recognition, resources and a platform to advance their work. Tonight, UCLA celebrated the award’s 10th anniversary, recognizing Zuzana Buřivalová with a $100,000 prize as its 2026 recipient. Established by the Anthony Pritzker Family Foundation and administered by UCLA IoES to recognize exceptional environmental innovators under 40, Zuzana Buřivalová joins a distinguished community of prior awardees and emerging leaders working across conservation, climate science, environmental justice, clean energy, Indigenous stewardship and sustainable technology.
Tricentis Named a Leader in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Agentic Software Quality Assurance Platforms
Tricentis, the global leader in agentic quality engineering, today announced it has been named a Leader in the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Agentic Software Quality Assurance Platforms1 and positioned furthest in “Completeness of Vision.” This recognition marks the second consecutive year Tricentis has been named a Leader in this report, previously published as the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for AI-Augmented Software Testing Tools.
By Tricentis · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Datavault AI to Attend the 2026 Maxim Growth Summit
Datavault AI Inc. (“Datavault AI” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: DVLT), an Artificial Intelligence Platform (“AIP”) company providing data monetization, credentialing, digital engagement, real-world asset (“RWA”) tokenization and spatial audio technologies, is excited to announce its participation in the upcoming 2026 Maxim Growth Summit, taking place from October 12th to 14th at The Hard Rock Hotel NYC. This prestigious event brings together industry leaders, innovators, and premier institutions to explore the latest trends and advancements across several industries.
By Datavault AI Inc. · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Red Thread PR Earns a Place Among PRNEWS’ 2027 Agency Elite Top 120
Red Thread PR (RTPR), an independent public relations agency built to solve complex business and communications challenges, has been named to PRNEWS’ 2027 Agency Elite Top 120. The annual roster recognizes 120 PR and communications firms selected by the PRNEWS editorial team from a field of hundreds. Honorees represent the most forward-looking U.S. agencies that are continuing to evolve their capabilities while delivering meaningful results for clients.
By Red Thread PR · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
COMP Investors Have Opportunity to Lead Compass, Inc. Securities Fraud Lawsuit with SBS Law
Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP (“SBS”), a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Compass, Inc. (“Compass” or “the Company”) (NYSE: COMP) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
By Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
BULL INVESTOR DEADLINE: Webull Corporation Investors with Substantial Losses May Seek to Lead Class Action Lawsuit, Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP Announces - December 7, 2026 Deadline
The law firm of Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP announces that purchasers or acquirers of Webull Corporation (NASDAQ: BULL) publicly traded securities between April 26, 2025 and October 6, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”), have until December 7, 2026 to seek appointment as lead plaintiff of the Webull class action lawsuit. Captioned Ward v. Webull Corporation, No. 26-cv-03052 (M.D. Fla.), the Webull class action lawsuit charges Webull and certain of Webull’s top executives with violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
By Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Josie's Organic Salad Kits Now Available at The Fresh Market
The Fresh Market, Inc. today announced that Josie's Organic salad kits are now available in its stores. Josie's Organic salad kits bring organic greens together with flavorful toppings and dressings in one package, so a fresh salad comes together in minutes. From lunch between meetings to a quick weeknight dinner or a side alongside a main, the kits offer an easy way to put organic ingredients on the table.
By The Fresh Market, Inc. · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
bioAffinity Technologies, Inc. Announces Closing of $4 Million Registered Direct Financing of Common Stock and Concurrent Private Placement Priced At-The-Market Under Nasdaq Rules
bioAffinity Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: BIAF, BIAFW), a biotechnology company developing noninvasive healthcare solutions for the early detection and monitoring of lung disease, today announced that it has closed its previously announced registered direct offering of shares of common stock (or pre-funded warrants in lieu thereof) with an institutional investor at a purchase price of $6.122 (or $6.115 per pre-funded warrant), in a registered direct offering priced at-the-market under Nasdaq rules.
By bioAffinity Technologies, Inc. · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
The Veterinary Cooperative and Elanco Donate $14,088 to The Street Dog Coalition
The Veterinary Cooperative (TVC), a member-owned cooperative supporting independent veterinary practices across the United States, today announced a combined $14,088 donation to The Street Dog Coalition following its Paws for a Cause: Bingo Night fundraiser at TVC VetVision™ 2026. TVC raised $7,044 during the event, with Elanco Animal Health matching the contribution dollar for dollar.
By The Veterinary Cooperative · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Church & Dwight to Webcast Discussion of Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Results on October 30
Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (NYSE: CHD) will webcast a discussion of its third quarter earnings results on Friday, October 30, 2026, beginning at 10:00 a.m. ET.
By Church & Dwight Co., Inc. · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of Operating Subsidiaries of Essent Group Ltd.
AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a” (Excellent) of the operating subsidiaries of Essent Group Ltd., which are Essent Guaranty, Inc. (domiciled in Radnor, PA) and Essent Reinsurance Ltd. (Hamilton, Bermuda) (collectively referred to as Essent). The outlook of these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable.
By AM Best · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Xsolla Hosts the LA Tech Week Lunch and Learn on Where Video Games and Entertainment Come Together
Xsolla, a global commerce company, today announced it will host an industry Lunch and Learn on the intersection of video games and entertainment as part of LA Tech Week on Tuesday, October 13, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. PT in Los Angeles. The event brings video game developers, studio leaders, and professionals from film, music, and entertainment together to examine the user acquisition, loyalty, and monetization models emerging where the two industries meet, followed by a networking lunch.
By Xsolla · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
BWIN Investors Have Opportunity to Join The Baldwin Insurance Group, Inc. Fraud Investigation with SBS Law
Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP (“SBS”), a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors in The Baldwin Insurance Group, Inc. (“Baldwin” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: BWIN) for potential breaches of fiduciary duty on the part of its directors and management.
By Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Keysight Showcases AI Infrastructure Validation Advances Across Scale-Up, Scale-Out, Scale-Across Networks to Inference at 2026 OCP
Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS) will showcase a broad portfolio of AI infrastructure validation solutions at the 2026 OCP Global Summit in San Jose, October 12 – 15. Working with leading industry partners at the event, Keysight will demonstrate how it is helping technology developers, infrastructure providers, hyperscalers, and operators validate increasingly complex AI systems under realistic conditions before deployment.
By Keysight Technologies, Inc. · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Valo to Deliver 400 MW / 1,600 MWh Energy Storage System for Atmos Renewables' Teebar Project in Queensland
Atmos Renewables, a leading Australian renewable company, has selected Valo, the global battery energy storage integrator, to deliver the 400 MW / 1,600 MWh Teebar Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). At this size, Teebar BESS is one of the largest battery energy storage projects currently committed for construction in Queensland, Australia.
By Valo · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Eiseman Jewels Unveils a Brilliant Countdown for the Holidays
Gift-giving season is just around the corner and Eiseman Jewels NorthPark Center – Dallas’ premier family-owned jeweler – has unveiled its luxury, bespoke Advent calendar for the ultimate countdown to the holidays.
By Eiseman Jewels · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Securities Fraud Investigation Into Duolingo, Inc. (DUOL) Announced – Shareholders Who Lost Money Urged To Contact Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP, a Leading Securities Fraud Law Firm
Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP, a leading national shareholder rights law firm, today announced that it has commenced an investigation on behalf of Duolingo, Inc. (“Duolingo” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: DUOL) investors concerning the Company’s possible violations of the federal securities laws.
Enterprises Pursue Resilient Financial Operating Models
Companies worldwide are using advanced technologies and specialized services to redesign accounting operations for greater resilience amid economic and geopolitical volatility, according to a new research report published today by Information Services Group (ISG) (Nasdaq: III), a global AI-centered technology research and advisory firm.
By Information Services Group, Inc. · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP Announces Investigation of Primoris Services Corporation (PRIM) on Behalf of Investors
Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP, a leading national shareholder rights law firm, today announced that it is investigating potential claims against the board of directors of acquired Primoris Services Corporation ("Primoris" or the "Company") (NYSE: PRIM) whether the board breached its fiduciary duties to shareholders.
AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of Triple Crown Assurance Co.
AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” (Excellent) of Triple Crown Assurance Co. (TCA) (Dallas, TX). The outlook of these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable.
By AM Best · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
AM Best Assigns Issue Credit Rating to Intact Financial Corporation’s Subordinated Notes
AM Best has assigned a Long-Term Issue Credit Rating of “bbb” (Good) to the recently issued CAD 250 million, 6.133% fixed rate subordinated notes, due 2086, of Intact Financial Corporation (IFC) (TSX:IFC) (Toronto, Ontario, Canada). The outlook assigned to the Credit Rating (rating) is stable.
By A.M. Best Rating Services, Inc. · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Co-Development Partners Big Watt Digital and PowerHouse Data Centers Announce Planning Approval for Taylor Technology Campus
Co-Development partners Big Watt Digital (“Big Watt”), an integrated power and digital infrastructure platform that specializes in dedicated, behind-the-meter power generation, and PowerHouse Data Centers (“PowerHouse”), a leading real estate and digital infrastructure developer for next-generation hyperscale data centers and a division of American Real Estate Partners (AREP), today announced significant progress toward the development of a turnkey data center campus project in Taylor, Texas, with the potential to deliver up to one gigawatt of hyperscale data center capacity.
By Big Watt Digital · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Duolingo, Inc. Sued for Securities Law Violations - Contact the DJS Law Group to Discuss Your Rights – DUOL
The DJS Law Group reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Duolingo, Inc. (“Duolingo” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: DUOL) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
By The DJS Law Group · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of National Reinsurance Corporation of the Philippines
AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of B++ (Good), the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “bbb” (Good) and the Philippines National Scale Rating of aa+.PH (Superior) of National Reinsurance Corporation of the Philippines (Nat Re) (Philippines). The outlook of these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable.
By AM Best · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
The Government of El Salvador Partners With Linguard Labs to Relaunch Chivo and Lead Financial Inclusion in El Salvador
The government of El Salvador and Linguard Labs today announced a public-private partnership to relaunch Chivo as a complete financial platform for Salvadorans wherever they reside. Linguard Labs has acquired a majority stake in Chivo; the government remains a shareholder. The transaction is consistent with El Salvador's International Monetary Fund program.
By Linguard Labs · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
TCIM Commences Mailing of No Confidence Referendum Proxy Statement to Voya Shareholders
TOMS Capital Investment Management (“TCIM”), which manages funds that together have an investment representing an approximately 4.65% economic interest in Voya Financial, Inc. (NYSE: VOYA) (“Voya” or the “Company”), today announced that it has commenced the mailing of its definitive proxy materials to provide shareholders the opportunity to consider and vote on a non-binding resolution. This non-binding resolution allows shareholders to convey unequivocally that they “no longer continue to have confidence in the board of directors (the “Board”) and management of Voya Financial, Inc.”
TD SYNNEX Launches Space Tech Initiative to Help Partners Capitalize on the Growing Space Economy
TD SYNNEX (NYSE: SNX) today announced a bold new initiative in North America designed to help reseller and vendor partners identify, pursue and scale opportunities across the rapidly expanding space economy. The first-of-its-kind initiative expands TD SYNNEX’s specialist go-to-market model into the space economy, combining focused market expertise with the scale of its technology ecosystem and gives partners a clearer path to build capabilities, align solutions to space-specific requirements and convert emerging demand into repeatable growth.
By TD SYNNEX · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Pacifico Mexinol Marks National Cactus Day on October 10
This initiative of planting 220 native cactus plants involved a year of work, including collecting cuttings from local scrubland plants, rooting and caring for them in a nursery, preparing them for removal, and transporting them for planting in Pacifico Mexinol’s conservation area.
By Transition Industries LLC · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Northwell’s Center for Gun Violence Prevention Awarded CDC Research Grant to Expand Firearm Safety Screening to Women’s Health Clinics
Northwell Health’s Center for Gun Violence Prevention has developed a proven approach to firearm injury prevention, and now, with a $650,000, one-year research grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the health system is expanding that work with a focused lens on women’s health. The grant will fund a new study integrating the health system’s universal firearm safety screening and education into routine women’s health care, bringing life-saving prevention tools directly to patients where they already receive trusted, comprehensive care.
By Northwell Health · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Verdant Rock Receives A (low) Financial Strength Rating from Morningstar DBRS, Adding a Second International Investment-Grade Assessment
Verdant Rock Limited, a Bermuda Monetary Authority-regulated Class 3B insurance company, has received an A (low) Financial Strength Rating from Morningstar DBRS. The rating reflects Verdant Rock’s financial strength and its capacity to meet policyholder obligations as an investment-grade financial guarantor for Emerging Markets credit.
By Verdant Rock Limited · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Playback Now Available for AM Best-Hosted Webinar on How Insurance Carriers Are Drawing the Line on AI
Video playback is now available for a complimentary webinar, titled, “AM Best's Informational Webinar – How Insurance Carriers Are Drawing the Line on AI,” hosted by AM Best and sponsored by Origami Risk. Access it here.
By AM Best · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Pampers Turns Parent Feedback into an Improved Wipes Experience with Help from Iliza Shlesinger
We have all been there: a diaper change is underway, one hand is keeping baby in place, the other reaches for one wipe, and suddenly a whole chain comes along for the ride. Pampers heard parents loud and clear. Today, the brand announced new and improved Wipes that make it easier to pull one wipe at a time, giving parents one less little hassle to manage when their hands are already full.
By Procter & Gamble · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Carnegie Learning Invests in the Future of Writing Instruction with Acquisition of Ethiqly
Carnegie Learning, a leader in K-12 education solutions, today announced that it has acquired Ethiqly from Owl Ventures, the leading venture capital firm focused on EdTech, and from Ethiqly management.
By Carnegie Learning · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Hightouch Acquires Strata to Expand Integrations Across the Marketing Stack
Hightouch, the leading Agentic Marketing Platform, today announced it has acquired Strata, an AI platform that connects marketing tools without code. The acquisition expands Hightouch’s integration capabilities, giving marketing teams’ AI agents more of the data they need to make decisions.
By Hightouch · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Tanglewood Total Wealth Management® Recognized on 2026 CNBC Financial Advisor 100 List
Tanglewood Total Wealth Management® is pleased to announce its inclusion on the 2026 CNBC Financial Advisor 100 list.
Spotfire® Brings AI-Augmented Investigation Inside the Analysis for Industrial Teams
Spotfire, a business unit of Cloud Software Group and a global leader in enterprise-class visual industrial analytics, today announced the second edition of the Spotfire Quarterly Update, a quarterly program designed to communicate the company's latest innovations and strategic direction across the Spotfire® platform. This edition puts Spotfire AI at the center, alongside what's new in Spotfire 15.1.
By Spotfire · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Tecnotree Named a Visionary in the Inaugural 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for CSP AI-Enabled Marketing and Sales Solutions
Tecnotree, a global digital platform and services leader for AI, 5G, and cloud-native technologies, today announced that Gartner has positioned it as a Visionary in the first-ever Magic Quadrant for AI-Enabled CSP Marketing and Sales Solutions.
By Tecnotree · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Positive New Data on Corcym’s Perceval Plus Sutureless Aortic Heart Valve Encompasses up to 7-Year Follow-up
Corcym, a global medical device company dedicated to cardiac surgery, today announced that positive mid-term data from a sub-analysis of its Perceval Plus sutureless aortic heart valve as part of its MANTRA clinical trial was featured in an oral presentation today at the annual meeting of the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS). The study is the longest follow-up available for Perceval Plus and the FREE tissue treatment from an international multicenter study, and demonstrated excellent durability, safety and quality of life improvements.
By Corcym · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Aqara Makes Canadian Retail Debut with Canadian Tire, Expanding Access to Smart Home Technology Nationwide
Aqara, a global leader in IoT today announced its Canadian retail debut through a new partnership with Canadian Tire. Starting October 9, a selection of Aqara smart home products will be available in upwards of 500 Canadian Tire locations nationwide, marking a significant milestone in Aqara’s expansion across North America.
By Aqara · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
DoorDash to Announce Third Quarter 2026 Results on November 4, 2026
DoorDash, Inc. (NASDAQ: DASH) today announced that the company’s third quarter 2026 financial results will be released after the U.S. financial markets close on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. The company’s earnings press release will be made available on the DoorDash Investor Relations website at ir.doordash.com.
By DoorDash · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026
Credo to Showcase Broad Portfolio of Connectivity Solutions for AI Scale-Out and Scale-Up Fabrics at 2026 OCP Global Summit
Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd (Credo) (NASDAQ: CRDO), an innovator in providing connectivity at scale through fast, reliable, and energy-efficient system solutions, will showcase its newest optical and copper interconnect products for scaling AI infrastructure at OCP Global Summit 2026, which takes place October 12-15 at the San Jose Convention Center.
By Credo · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2026