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LivAway Suites Expands Arizona Footprint With Tucson Opening

With the debut of its fourth Arizona property, LivAway Suites is planting a flag in Tucson’s growing aerospace and medical corridor. The move marks a key expansion for the economy extended-stay brand, which now operates or has under development 21 locations across the United States to meet rising demand for long-term lodging.

Truelink Capital Acquires Industrial Specialist JT Thorpe Group

Los Angeles-based private equity firm Truelink Capital has signed a definitive agreement to acquire JT Thorpe Group, a century-old provider of thermal management and industrial maintenance services. The deal, which includes a significant ownership stake for current management, is expected to finalize by the end of the third quarter.

RainFocus Debuts Sales Module to Quantify Event-Driven Revenue

RainFocus has launched a specialized Sales Module designed to integrate event engagement directly into enterprise CRM workflows. The tool aims to replace manual, siloed event processes with a governed system that provides revenue leaders with granular spend control, quota visibility, and standardized data for pipeline attribution.

Frost & Sullivan Marks 65 Years of Tracking Tech Disruptions

Since its founding in 1961, Frost & Sullivan has evolved from a niche market researcher into a global intelligence firm navigating the complexities of the ICT sector. As the company celebrates its 65th anniversary, it is pivoting its legacy expertise toward the integration of AI-powered analysis to guide corporate growth.

CMS Validates Andor Health’s AI-Native Clinical Platform

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has recognized Andor Health for reaching general availability within the CMS Health Technology Ecosystem initiative. This milestone validates the company’s ThinkAndor platform, which has been providing interoperable, AI-driven patient experiences across 40 health systems since its inception.

Ensora Health Launches Ensai AI Across Therapy Platforms

Ensora Health has introduced Ensai, an integrated artificial intelligence suite designed to automate documentation and administrative tasks for over 200,000 providers. The platform supports five therapy disciplines, including mental health and physical therapy, focusing on reducing clinician burnout while maintaining strict data privacy protocols within its existing software ecosystem.

Netrio CEO Mark Clayman Earns Channel Insider AI Leadership Recognition

Mark Clayman, CEO of the global managed service provider Netrio, has been named to the 2026 AI Leaders in the Channel list by Channel Insider. The annual recognition highlights executives who are successfully moving beyond AI experimentation to integrate measurable, innovation-driven outcomes into their IT service delivery models.

Documentary A Way Out Spotlights Fight Against Child Trafficking

The short documentary A Way Out, which chronicles the critical rescue pipeline for child trafficking survivors, is now streaming on Prime Video and Apple TV. Directed by Daniel Miller, the film examines the rapid-response efforts of the Safe House Project, an organization dedicated to bridging the dangerous gap between identification and sanctuary.

Summerween Trends: Why Halloween Decor Is Arriving Before August

Spooky season is officially breaking its October confinement, as the rising phenomenon of "Summerween" sees decorators trading pool floats for Halloween trees. With search traffic surging, the shift toward year-round festive displays is prompting a new wave of early-bird ornament collecting that bypasses the traditional autumn rush.

vivenu Debuts AI Assistant Tailored for Live Event Ticketing

Ticketing platform vivenu has integrated a specialized artificial intelligence suite directly into its architecture, aiming to automate event marketing and data analysis. The new tools, centered on a proprietary assistant, allow event organizers to query live sales data and execute personalized fan campaigns using first-party ownership models.

FTP Unveils AI-Driven Advocacy Suite for Legislative Tracking

Washington-based public affairs firm FTP is moving into the automated intelligence space with the launch of FTP Advocacy Intelligence, a new initiative designed to streamline legislative monitoring and message testing for clients navigating the current political climate.

Academy Sports Launches Retail Media Network to Boost Ad Targeting

With over 320 stores across 21 states and a database of 52 million verified customers, Academy Sports + Outdoors is pivoting toward data-driven advertising. The retailer today launched Academy Retail Media, a platform designed to connect national brands directly with its core base of sporting and outdoor enthusiasts.

HKeyBio Launches AI-to-In Vivo Validation Program

Bridging the gap between computational hypothesis and biological reality, HKeyBio has introduced HKEY-AI2Vivo™ 1.0. The new service framework aims to accelerate the transition of AI-generated drug candidates for autoimmune and allergy research into actionable pharmacological and pre-IND evidence using specialized disease models.

Chevrolet Tops Mercury Insurance’s 2026 List of Affordable Trucks

Insurance premiums are a hidden variable in the total cost of pickup ownership, often overlooked by buyers prioritizing towing capacity or raw horsepower. Mercury Insurance released its annual ranking of the ten most affordable 2026 trucks to insure, placing Chevrolet models in the top two positions for the upcoming model year.

American College Launches Certification for Donor-Advised Funds

With $328 billion currently under management and annual growth hitting 19%, donor-advised funds have cemented their role in modern philanthropy. To address the increasing complexity of these assets, The American College of Financial Services is launching the Donor-Advised Fund Certified Professional (DAFCP) designation this September.

Jersey Mike's and Reformation Debut on the NYSE

Wall Street kicks off Wednesday with a double retail IPO as Jersey Mike’s Subs and Reformation begin trading on the New York Stock Exchange. The listings arrive while investors weigh the latest Federal Reserve policy decisions against a heavy stream of corporate earnings reports hitting the floor this morning.

Jeff Civillico Honored for Fifteen Years of Pediatric Charity Work

Las Vegas headliner and keynote speaker Jeff Civillico received the Nido R. Qubein Philanthropist of the Year Award on July 26 in Austin. The National Speakers Association Foundation recognized Civillico for his decade-and-a-half commitment to Win Win Charity, which coordinates celebrity and athlete visits for pediatric patients across the United States.

DXC Technology Overhauls Leadership to Drive AI-Centric Strategy

DXC Technology has appointed Paul Taylor as President, tasking him with overseeing the company’s $13 billion global operations. The move, effective immediately, consolidates the firm's commercial and operating organizations under a single leader to accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence across its core business and infrastructure services.

DXC Technology Overhauls Leadership to Drive AI-Focused Strategy

DXC Technology is consolidating its operational leadership as Paul Taylor steps into the role of President, aiming to unify the company’s commercial and technical arms under a singular AI-centric framework. The move follows a broader corporate pivot intended to accelerate the firm’s core service delivery and innovation cycles.

SunStream and Argent Reach Launch Cybersecurity Program for Farm Credit

Agricultural lenders face a mounting threat landscape, prompting St. Paul-based SunStream Business Services and cybersecurity firm Argent Reach to launch FieldSafe Cyber Defense. The new managed service provides tailored security infrastructure designed specifically for the unique regulatory and operational requirements of the Farm Credit System.

EY and SymphonyAI Partner to Scale Industrial AI in Manufacturing

Ernst & Young LLP is expanding its alliance with SymphonyAI to integrate industrial artificial intelligence into manufacturing and supply chain operations. By moving beyond isolated pilot projects, the collaboration aims to embed AI-native intelligence directly into enterprise workflows to improve predictability and asset performance across global manufacturing sites.

Craftable Appoints Tech Veteran Debbie Dunnam to Board of Directors

Debbie Dunnam, a veteran executive with tenures at Microsoft, Cisco, and Dropbox, has joined the board of directors at hospitality platform Craftable. Her appointment marks a strategic push to scale the company’s back-office software as it seeks to address tightening margins and operational inefficiencies across the restaurant and hotel sectors.

UVeye Launches Automated Vehicle Inspection Systems in Canada

Canadian drivers and service centers are gaining access to automated vehicle diagnostics as UVeye officially enters the market. The company has deployed its computer vision technology across British Columbia and Ontario, targeting dealerships that need to modernize service lanes and capture repair opportunities previously lost to manual inspection gaps.

Interlune and Vermeer Accelerate Moon Base Construction Plans

With a target of 2028 for mission-ready lunar hardware, Seattle-based Interlune and Iowa manufacturer Vermeer Corporation are scaling their strategic partnership. The companies aim to transition from prototype testing to industrial-grade excavation systems, providing the necessary civil engineering foundation for permanent human settlements on the lunar surface.

Lifeway Foods Sets August 13 Date for Q2 2026 Earnings

Morton Grove-based Lifeway Foods, the primary U.S. supplier of probiotic kefir, will release its financial results for the second quarter ending June 30, 2026, on the morning of August 13. The company plans to provide a pre-recorded conference call and webcast to detail its performance to investors.

Zone & Co Launches AI Agent to Automate Accounts Payable Investigations

Finance teams are moving away from manual bill reconciliation as Zone & Co introduces its AP Intelligence Agent. By integrating directly into live ERP data, the tool automates the investigation of duplicate payments, vendor exposure, and approval bottlenecks, aiming to shift finance roles from data entry to strategic oversight.

Casepoint Debuts MCP Server for Flexible AI Integration in Legal Work

Legal and government organizations often struggle to balance AI innovation with strict data governance. Casepoint is now addressing this gap by launching a server built on the Model Context Protocol, allowing agencies to connect their own preferred AI agents directly to the platform while maintaining existing security and permission controls.

Southern Environmental Law Center Opens 2027 Reed Award Nominations

From the cypress swamps of Georgia to the peaks of North Carolina, the South’s natural landscape remains a primary muse for the region's writers. The Southern Environmental Law Center is now accepting nominations for the 2027 Phillip D. Reed Environmental Writing Award, seeking works that blend literary craft with ecological insight.

FCP Backs 384-Unit Multifamily Project in Wesley Chapel

Aventon Companies has secured preferred equity from FCP for the development of a 384-unit multifamily community in Wesley Chapel, Florida. Located along Meadow Pointe Boulevard, the four-story project sits within a high-growth corridor of the Tampa metropolitan area, leveraging proximity to major healthcare and commercial hubs.