As the 17th Augmented World Expo opens in Long Beach, the industry is pivoting from early-stage experimentation to practical utility. Under the theme "I, Spatial," over 5,000 attendees are gathering to witness a new generation of hardware and software where AI, robotics, and immersive computing converge to reshape daily work and life.
Ten cultural organizations across the United States will receive $10,000 grants as part of the 2025-2026 Stand For The Arts Awards. The initiative, a partnership between Ovation TV and Spectrum, honors groups that prioritize community access, equity, and creative expression through local arts programming.
Transformations are won or lost in the daily employee experience, according to EY Global People Consulting Leader Kim Billeter. To bridge the gap between strategy and execution, Ernst & Young LLP is embedding Simpplr’s AI-powered communications and analytics into its existing workforce platform to personalize how companies manage large-scale change.
Dallas-based marina operator Suntex Marinas has launched a nationwide insurance program in collaboration with NFP, an Aon company. The initiative provides boat and yacht owners across the firm’s 100-plus locations with direct access to specialized brokers and a centralized platform designed to streamline coverage procurement and claims management.
With 96% of software teams now integrating AI, the industry faces a shift from manual coding to managing autonomous systems. Scottsdale-based GitKraken is introducing a framework called Code Flow to address the coordination, governance, and integration challenges inherent in this new era of agentic software development.
With 80% of databases on Databricks now generated by AI agents, enterprise data teams face a surge in operational complexity and configuration drift. Opsera is addressing this widening gap with the launch of BrickForge, a native command center designed to observe, diagnose, and govern Databricks estates without external infrastructure.
Insight Global has officially launched a new capability center in Bogotá, Colombia, marking a significant step in the firm’s international expansion. The facility, which opened its doors on June 1, aims to bolster the company’s middle and back-office functions while serving as a central hub for its growing Latin American operations.
Milwaukee-based Ademi LLP has launched an investigation into the proposed acquisition of Open Lending Corporation by ANV Group Holdings, citing concerns over whether the $3.15 per share offer adequately protects public shareholders or unfairly prioritizes the interests of company insiders.
With over 4,300 cases handled and a 98.7% success rate, the Bethesda-based firm Raju Law is marking six years of operation. Founded in 2020 by Timothy Raju Mahajan, the firm has grown to a team of 200 professionals, shifting the focus of high-skill visa categories toward a broader range of global innovators.
Shareholders of Simulations Plus are facing a $375 million all-cash acquisition by Altaris, a deal that has prompted Milwaukee-based Ademi LLP to launch an investigation into potential breaches of fiduciary duty by the board of directors amid concerns over executive compensation and restrictive contract clauses.
Families navigating the Phoenix metropolitan area now have expanded options for premium transport as Mercedes-Benz of Arrowhead bolsters its pre-owned inventory with a variety of SUVs featuring third-row seating. The Peoria-based dealership aims to bridge the gap between high-end vehicle performance and the practical demands of multi-passenger travel.
Across the United States, a shifting patchwork of lookback window laws is providing new legal pathways for childhood sexual abuse survivors whose cases previously sat beyond the reach of standard statutes of limitations. These legislative updates aim to accommodate the long-term psychological barriers that often delay victims from seeking formal justice.
American Polymer Company has officially opened its third manufacturing facility in Pleasanton, Texas, marking a significant push to bolster production capacity for the utility and infrastructure sectors. The site is designed to shorten lead times and accommodate an evolving product portfolio for the water, power, and telecommunications markets.
With over 28 years of experience managing complex hospital relocations, Chris Jones has joined Alexander's Mobility Services as Chief Commercial & Mobility Officer. Based in Nashville, Jones will focus on scaling the firm’s logistical support for healthcare providers, leveraging his background in medical equipment transport and large-scale facility transitions.
Candy maker Airheads is betting on artificial intelligence to define the aesthetic of summer 2026. Through its new "Imagine the ImPOOLsible" sweepstakes, the brand is inviting fans to use AI image generators to design their wildest backyard pool concepts, offering a $50,000 prize to bring the winning vision to life.
Positioning itself at the center of the regional energy transition, GameChange Energy has opened a new office in Mexico City’s Roma district. This strategic move aims to bolster the company’s regional operations as it manages an existing portfolio of approximately 2 GW of solar projects across Latin America.
With pump prices climbing as the summer travel season intensifies, the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence is urging drivers to prioritize professional vehicle inspections. ASE president Dave Johnson suggests that routine maintenance performed by certified technicians remains the most effective strategy for mitigating the financial burden of high fuel costs.
A career-ending knee injury once threatened to derail Uros Vasiljevic’s future, but the former professional athlete pivoted from the basketball court to the construction industry with the same intensity he once applied to the game. Now, as CEO of Stone Building Solutions, he is reshaping his firm into a multifaceted enterprise.
With an eye on the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary, Orlando-based chicken tender chain Huey Magoo’s is rolling out a series of seasonal menu additions. The brand is anchoring its "All-American Celebration" in familiar backyard flavors, pairing Southern-style barbecue with a new house-made peach lemonade through September 20.
After navigating a traditional school system that failed to engage her, Katie E. Gindlesperger transformed her own struggles into a teaching philosophy centered on real-world application. Marquis Who's Who has now recognized the educator for her dedication to student development and her work at Commonwealth Charter Academy.
As Houston prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, local real estate firm SWE Homes has signed on as an official sponsor of the Houston Dynamo Soccer Celebration. The company plans to use the multi-week event to bridge the gap between fan experiences and accessible homeownership opportunities for Texas families.
General manager LaBraun Thigpen is spearheading EcoShield Pest Solutions' latest expansion into Northwest Indiana, establishing a new hub in Portage. The company aims to integrate into the local market by prioritizing regional hiring and community-focused service initiatives as part of a broader push to grow its presence near Chicago.
After three decades in nursing and navigating the complexities of her own parents' aging, Anissa Hickey is launching a Trua Senior Living Locators franchise in Scottsdale. The Arizona-based office aims to guide families through the emotional and logistical hurdles of finding appropriate long-term care for their loved ones.
The roar of electric motors has shifted to Irondale as K1 Speed officially relocates its Birmingham-area facility. Now positioned at The Hill at Grants Mill, the new venue sits less than nine miles from the renowned Barber Motorsports Park, marking a strategic move to capitalize on the region's deep-rooted racing culture.
A record $97,000 flowed into the Caracal Academy scholarship fund this week as 22 teams gathered at the Dogwood Trace Golf Course in Petersburg, Virginia. The annual tournament, now in its third year, bolsters the organization's mission to provide mentorship and financial support to high-potential young leaders aged 18 to 25.
By integrating magnetic behavior into large-scale machine learning, Palo Alto-based SandboxAQ has introduced AQCat25, a dataset designed to resolve a persistent blind spot in industrial chemistry. The research, published in npj Computational Materials, enables the simulation of earth-abundant metals with unprecedented physics-based accuracy and computational efficiency.
As companies grapple with escalating bills from AI inference and multi-cloud environments, San Francisco-based Pump.co is expanding its free platform to provide granular visibility into token-level spending. The Y Combinator-backed startup aims to mitigate the financial uncertainty of rapid AI adoption through automated, insured cloud commitments.
A 38-acre industrial site at 200 Academic Way in Troy, Missouri, has changed hands as Milwaukee-based Phoenix Investors acquired the 600,000-square-foot facility from HMH Education Company. The deal, finalized in June 2026, allows HMH to consolidate its operations through a strategic leaseback agreement while positioning the property for future multi-tenant leasing.
As summer temperatures climb, mattress accessory brand Bedlore is positioning its bamboo-blend toppers as an essential upgrade for Prime Day. The company is pairing seasonal discounts on its flagship cooling product with a promotional giveaway featuring the iPhone 17 and latest-generation iPads to drive engagement across its retail channels.
After watching his own family struggle with the exhausting search for appropriate care, Arvis Layton has opened a Trua Senior Living Locators franchise in Denver. He aims to replace the stress of navigating assisted living options with a personalized, consultative approach for local families facing life-altering decisions.
