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20:23 EDT Life360 to join Russell 2000 and 3000 indexes - Life360 announced that it will join the Russell 2000(R) and the Russell 3000(R) Indexes as part of the quarterly Russell US Index initial public offering additions, effective after the U.S. market opens on September 23, 2024.

20:06 EDT Cathie Wood's ARK Investment bought 540K shares of 3D Systems

19:34 EDT FDA approves Keytruda+pemetrexed in malignant pleural mesothelioma - The FDA has "approved pembrolizumab, or Keytruda, plus pemetrexed and platinum chemotherapy in the frontline treatment of patients with unresectable advanced or metastatic malignant pleural mesothelioma. Data from the phase 2/3 KEYNOTE-483 study showed that pembrolizumab plus chemotherapy significantly improved overall survival vs chemotherapy alone, with a median OS of 17.3 months and 16.1 months, respectively. Moreover, the median progression-free survival was 7.1 months in both the investigative and control arms, respectively; this translated to a 20% reduction in the risk of disease progression or death. The confirmed objective response rate was also higher with the addition of pembrolizumab to chemotherapy vs chemotherapy alone, at 52% and 29%, respectively. The median duration of response in the respective arms was 6.9 months and 6.8 months. The study enrolled patients with unresectable advanced or metastatic malignant pleural mesothelioma. Patients needed to have measurable disease by modified RECIST 1.1 criteria, an ECOG performance status of 0 or 1, and acceptable hematological, liver, and renal function.2 They could not have previously received systemic therapy in the advanced setting, a contraindication to immunotherapy, no other active malignancy, and no known central nervous system metastases unless treated and stable. Study participants were randomly assigned 1:1 to receive pembrolizumab every 3 weeks for up to 2 years plus pemetrexed and platinum-based chemotherapy for up to 6 cycles or pemetrexed and platinum-based chemotherapy for up to 6 cycles.1,2 Chemotherapy consisted of cisplatin at 75 mg/m2 or carboplatin at area under the curve 5 or 6 and pemetrexed at 500 mg/m2. Patients were stratified by histology. The main efficacy outcome measure was OS and additional efficacy measures included PFS, ORR, and DOR per blinded independent central review and according to modified RECIST 1.1 criteria for mesothelioma."Reference Link

18:04 EDT Intuitive Machines up 40% afterhours at $7.56 after securing $4.8B NASA order

17:07 EDT United Airlines Chief Customer Officer Linda Jojo to retire - The company states: "On September 16, 2024, Linda Jojo, Executive Vice President and Chief Customer Officer of United Airlines Holdings informed the Company of her intention to retire from the Company, effective January 2, 2025. Upon her retirement, Ms. Jojo will have had over a decade of distinguished service with the Company."

17:07 EDT Aspen Technology provides multi-year financial outlook at investor day - Aspen Technology held its 2024 Investor Day, during which management provided updates on the company's strategic priorities, business growth drivers, product innovation, and financial outlook. AspenTech reaffirmed its outlook for the full year of fiscal 2025, as stated on August 6 and provided the following multi-year financial outlook as part of its 2024 Investor Day. High-single-digits to double-digits annual contract value, or ACV, growth. ACV margin of 45%-47%. Mid-teens free cash flow growth.

16:57 EDT NRG Energy exec Patel sells 102,603 common shares - In a regulatory filing, NRG Energy's president of NRG Consumer Rasesh Patel disclosed the sale of 102,603 common shares of the company on September 13 at a price of $80.35 per share.

16:52 EDT Resolute Holdings completes acquisition of majority interest in CompoSecure - Resolute Holdings announced the closing of Resolute's acquisition of a majority interest in CompoSecure in accordance with the stock purchase agreements among Resolute and certain shareholders of CompoSecure. In conjunction with the closing, David Cote has been appointed executive chairman of the board of directors of CompoSecure and Tom Knott, Joseph DeAngelo, Roger Fradin, Mark James, and John Cote have also been appointed to the board of directors. David Cote and Tom Knott said, "We are excited to begin working with Jon Wilk and the team at CompoSecure to continue driving long-term value for shareholders. We plan to focus our efforts on enhancing the Company's organic growth and operational efficiency while evaluating ways to further diversify its customer base and business mix through M&A. The Company's permanent capital base eliminates the duration and transactional constraints of traditional alternative asset structures and can allow it to become the acquiror of choice for companies in need of operational improvement and M&A expertise."

16:47 EDT Quanterix director buys $624.6K in common stock - In a regulatory filing, Quanterix disclosed that its director David Walt bought 47K shares of common stock in a total transaction size of $624.6K.

16:38 EDT Intuitive Machines awarded maximum $4.82B NSN contract by NASA - Intuitive Machines announced NASA has awarded the company a Near Space Network, or NSN, contract for communication and navigation services for missions in the near space region, which extends from Earth's surface to beyond the Moon. This Subcategory 2.2 Geostationary Orbit to Cislunar Relay Services is a new Firm-Fixed-Price, Multiple Award, Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity Task Order Contract. The contract has a base period of five years with an additional five-year option period, with a maximum potential value of $4.82B. The incrementally funded base ordering period begins Tuesday, October 1 through September 30, 2029, with the option period potentially extending the contract through September 30, 2034. A key highlight of this contract is the debut of Intuitive Machines' lunar satellite constellation, a service the company believes is a strategic element in its vision to commercialize lunar activities. The constellation will provide enhanced data and transmission services and autonomous operations, creating an infrastructure in line with Intuitive Machines' three pillars to commercialize a celestial body. As part of this contract, the company will deploy lunar relay satellites and provide communication and navigation services.

16:32 EDT Nvidia, Salesforce enter strategic pact to develop advanced AI capabilities - Salesforce (CRM) and NVIDIA (NVDA) "announced a strategic collaboration to develop advanced AI capabilities for the enterprise with autonomous agent and interactive avatar experiences. The companies will work together to deliver optimized predictive and generative AI workflows by bringing together the NVIDIA AI platform, which includes accelerated computing and AI software, with the Salesforce Platform and Agentforce. With this collaboration, Agentforce agents will enable new insights and improved productivity across the sales, service, marketing, and IT teams that rely on the industry-leading Salesforce CRM as the one place for all their customer data. With Salesforce and NVIDIA, organizations will have access to next-generation AI and data capabilities as part of the Salesforce Platform and Agentforce, a groundbreaking set of tools to create and customize agents that come with a collection of pre-built agents. The new collaboration will provide Salesforce customers with accelerated value from AI investments while differentiating and maintaining a competitive edge. Using Salesforce's AI-powered predictive and generative technologies with NVIDIA NIM microservices and NVIDIA NeMo for model customization, all as part of the NVIDIA AI Enterprise platform, businesses are expected to see advances in AI platform performance and model throughput to improve productivity and effectiveness of interactions across industries."

16:26 EDT BlackRock, GIP, Microsoft, MGX confirm AI pact on data center investment - BlackRock (BLK), Global Infrastructure Partners, Microsoft (MSFT), and MGX announced the Global AI Infrastructure Investment Partnership confirm plans "to make investments in new and expanded data centers to meet growing demand for computing power, as well as energy infrastructure to create new sources of power for these facilities. These infrastructure investments will be chiefly in the United States fueling AI innovation and economic growth, and the remainder will be invested in U.S. partner countries. This partnership will support an open architecture and broad ecosystem, providing full access on a non-exclusive basis for a diverse range of partners and companies. NVIDIA (NVDA) will support GAIIP, offering its expertise in AI data centers and AI factories to benefit the AI ecosystem. GAIIP will also actively engage with industry leaders to help enhance AI supply chains and energy sourcing for the benefit of its customers and the industry. The partnership will initially seek to unlock $30 billion of private equity capital over time from investors, asset owners, and corporates, which in turn will mobilize up to $100 billion in total investment potential when including debt financing. The founders of the partnership bring together leading global investors BlackRock, GIP, and MGX, an artificial intelligence and advanced technology investor, with funding as well as expertise from Microsoft. GAIIP combines deep understanding of infrastructure and technology to drive efficient scaling of data centers, with energy, power, and decarbonization investment capabilities for related enabling infrastructure for AI. "

16:22 EDT Traws Pharma announces results of 2024 Special Meeting of Stockholders - Traws Pharma announced the results of the Company's 2024 Special Meeting of Stockholders held on September 16.. At Traws' 2024 Special Meeting of Stockholders on September 16, 2024, all of the matters put forward before the Company's shareholders for consideration and approval, as set out in the Company's definitive proxy statement dated August 8, 2024, were approved by the requisite number of votes cast at the meeting: Authorization of the issuance of shares of the Company's common stock upon conversion of the Company's Series C Non-Voting Convertible Preferred Stock. Approval of an amendment to the Company's Tenth Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation, as amended, to increase Traws' authorized shares of Common Stock from 125,000,000 shares to 250,000,000 shares. Approval of an amendment to Traws' Certificate of Incorporation to combine outstanding shares of the Company's Common Stock into a lesser number of outstanding shares, or a "Reverse Stock Split," by a ratio of not less than one-for-fifteen and not more than one-for-twenty-five, with the exact ratio to be set within this range by Traws' Board of Directors in its sole discretion. Regarding the reverse split, following approval at the Special Shareholders Meeting, Traws' Board of Directors subsequently approved a reverse stock split ratio of one-for-twenty-five..

16:20 EDT NYSE American to commence delisting proceedings against Dunxin Financial - NYSE American announced that the staff of NYSE Regulation has determined to commence proceedings to delist the American depositary shares, each representing 480 ordinary shares, of Dunxin Financial Holdings Limited - ticker symbol DXF- from NYSE American. Trading in the Company's ADSs will be suspended immediately. "NYSE Regulation has determined that the Company is no longer suitable for listing pursuant to Section 1003(f)(v) of the NYSE American Company Guide due to the low selling price of the ADSs. The Company has a right to a review of the staff's determination to delist the ADSs by the Listings Qualifications Panel of the Committee for Review of the Board of Directors of the Exchange. The NYSE American will apply to the Securities and Exchange Commission to delist the Company's ADSs upon completion of all applicable procedures, including any appeal by the Company of the NYSE Regulation staff's decision," the exchange stated.

16:16 EDT BJ's Wholesale director buys $199.5K in common stock - In a regulatory filing, BJ's Wholesale disclosed that its director Steven Orgega bought 2,455 shares of common stock on September 16th in a total transaction size of $199.5K.

15:38 EDT Rio Tinto to develop Pongamia seed farms in Australia as part of biofuels pilot - Rio Tinto will develop Pongamia seed farms in Australia as part of a new biofuels pilot. The project will explore the potential of Pongamia seed oil as a feedstock for renewable diesel, a cleaner alternative to traditional fossil fuels. The pilot aims to determine if Pongamia seed oil can contribute to Rio Tinto's renewable diesel needs while potentially contributing to the growth of a new biofuel sector in Australia. Rio Tinto is in the final stages of acquiring approximately 3,000 hectares of cleared land near Townsville in north Queensland to establish farms to study growth conditions and measure seed oil yields. Rio Tinto has partnered with Midway Limited, to oversee the planting and management of the Pongamia seed farms. Midway Limited will engage with nurseries, agricultural experts and research organizations throughout the pilot, and prioritise opportunities for Traditional Owners and local communities. As part of its ongoing efforts to achieve net-zero Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions by 2050, Rio Tinto is actively exploring the potential of biofuels in the low-carbon energy mix.

14:45 EDT Steel Connect reiterates proposal to acquire DMC Global - As previously reported, Steel Connect, which beneficially owns approximately 9.8% of the outstanding shares of DMC Global, issued a public letter to the company's board of directors, stating: "Dear DMC Board Members, "On May 31 we made a proposal to acquire all the remaining shares of DMC that we do not already own for $16.50 in cash. Today we are reiterating that proposal which, as we previously indicated, is not subject to any financing contingency and would provide shareholders with maximum value. At the time of our initial proposal, it represented a 25% premium to DMC's share price. ...it represents an approximately 51% premium. We have consistently made clear - both publicly in the disclosure of our proposal and in private communications - our desire to engage in constructive discussions and limited confirmatory due diligence with the goal of swiftly consummating a transaction. Unfortunately, no real progress has occurred since May due to your refusal to agree to reasonable requests we have made prior to entering into a confidentiality agreement with you. Further, the Company has taken a number of other actions that we view as detrimental to shareholders, including refusing to allow us to show our support for the stock by acquiring additional shares in the open market and failing to provide any updates about the Company's strategic alternatives process or transparency regarding the status or valuation of the put/call right for Arcadia. Shareholders deserve better."

14:35 EDT Hawaiian Holdings jumps 4% to $17.99 after Alaska merger clears DOT review

14:34 EDT DOT announces 'protections' for Alaska Air, Hawaiian merger - The Department of Transportation said it secured "binding, enforceable public-interest protections" from Alaska Airlines (ALK) and Hawaiian Airlines (HA) prior to the close of their merger. The protections "are aimed at preventing harms to the traveling public, rural communities, and smaller airline competitors." As the merger moves forward, Alaska and Hawaiian are required to "protect the value of rewards, maintain existing service on key Hawaiian routes to the continental United States and inter-island, preserve support for rural service, ensure competitive access at the Honolulu hub airport, guarantee fee-free family seating and alternative compensation for controllable disruptions, and lower costs for military families," the Department of Transportation announced. Reference Link

13:36 EDT BioLineRxl launches digital resource for MM patients 'Mobilization Matters' - BioLineRx announced the launch of Mobilization Matters, a digital resource for people with multiple myeloma who are preparing for stem cell collection for an autologous stem cell transplant. Launched on Apheresis Awareness Day, this platform offers patient stories, educational resources, and more to support those undergoing this critical phase of treatment..."We are deeply committed to supporting multiple myeloma patients and their care partner through their stem cell collection process," said Holly May, MBA, President of BioLineRx USA. "Our goal is to enrich education and foster dialogue, empowering patients with knowledge. Mobilization Matters is designed to achieve this by amplifying patient voices and providing comprehensive resources."

13:27 EDT Novo says 'very likely' Ozempic part of next U.S. price negotiations - At the Cantor Global Healthcare Conference, Novo Nordisk's senior vice president of finance and operations, Ulrich Otte, said, "It is very likely that Ozempic will be part of negotiations in the coming round, and we're ready for that." The executive was referring to bargaining with the U.S. government over the weight loss drug's price.

13:07 EDT BioLineRxlLaunches digital resource for MM patients 'Mobilization Matters' - BioLineRx announced the launch of Mobilization Matters, a digital resource for people with multiple myeloma who are preparing for stem cell collection for an autologous stem cell transplant. Launched on Apheresis Awareness Day, this platform offers patient stories, educational resources, and more to support those undergoing this critical phase of treatment..."We are deeply committed to supporting multiple myeloma patients and their care partner through their stem cell collection process," said Holly May, MBA, President of BioLineRx USA. "Our goal is to enrich education and foster dialogue, empowering patients with knowledge. Mobilization Matters is designed to achieve this by amplifying patient voices and providing comprehensive resources."

13:01 EDT Crowdstrike announces launch of CrowdStrike Financial Services - CrowdStrike launched CrowdStrike Financial Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of CrowdStrike, "providing tailored financing solutions for the AI-native CrowdStrike Falcon cybersecurity platform." Through this new offering, customers benefit from accelerated platform consolidation with streamlined access to the market-leading technology they need to stop breaches, CrowdStrike said in a statement. "Eliminating complexity does not end with technology. On our mission to stop breaches, we are committed to making every point in the security process frictionless for our customers and partners," said George Kurtz, CEO and founder, CrowdStrike.

12:10 EDT Fitell Corp trading resumes

12:01 EDT Oric Pharmaceuticals, OpenBench launch discovery collaboration - OpenBench announced the launch of a collaboration with ORIC Pharmaceuticals. The parties aim to apply OpenBench's success-driven discovery approach and structure-based machine learning platform to enrich early discovery efforts against an undisclosed target identified by ORIC's resistance platform to target cancer-specific vulnerabilities. Under the terms of the agreement, OpenBench will receive payment upon the identification of novel small molecule chemotypes and the experimental confirmation that they meet certain activity and developability criteria defined by ORIC. In exchange, ORIC will gain full and exclusive rights to discovered leads and access to OpenBench's proprietary screening technology with respect to the target of interest. Detailed financial terms were not disclosed.

12:00 EDT Biotie Therapies falls -5.5% - Biotie Therapies is down -5.5%, or -45c to $7.75.

12:00 EDT Ginkgo Bioworks rises 18.1% - Ginkgo Bioworks is up 18.1%, or $1.13 to $7.36.

12:00 EDT Compass Minerals rises 25.6% - Compass Minerals is up 25.6%, or $2.35 to $11.56.

11:47 EDT Philip Morris expects to record $220M loss associated with Vectura sale - According to a regulatory filing, on September 17, 2024 Philip Morris International Inc. announced the execution of a definitive agreement pursuant to which the Company's direct, wholly-owned subsidiary, Vectura Fertin Pharma Inc., agreed to sell Vectura Group Ltd., its subsidiary, and Vectura's subsidiaries to Molex Asia Holdings Ltd., for upfront cash consideration of GBP 150M, or approximately $198M, subject to customary purchase price adjustments, and up to GBP 148M, or approximately $195M, in deferred payments contingent on achievement of certain milestones over periods up to and through 2039. The transaction is expected to close by the end of 2024, subject to regulatory approval, which may impact the timing, and other customary closing conditions. In connection with the approval of the Sale by the Company's Board of Directors on September 12, 2024, the Company expects to record an estimated loss of approximately $220M associated with the Sale during the third quarter of 2024, subject to working capital and other adjustments.

11:43 EDT EA says new 'Skate' game to launch in Early Access in 2025 - Electronic Arts announced that the newest game in its "Skate" franchise will be launching in Early Access in 2025. The company said it will share more details on what to expect in the coming months. Reference Link

11:22 EDT Primega Group Holdings Ltd trading halted, volatility trading pause

11:07 EDT Moderna announce Health Canada approval for updated COVID-19 vaccine - Moderna announced that Health Canada has authorized its updated COVID-19 vaccine, SPIKEVAX KP.2 variant, to help prevent COVID-19 in individuals six months of age and older. Moderna's updated COVID-19 vaccine targets the KP.2 sub-lineage of SARS-CoV-2. With vaccines ready, Moderna will begin delivery of updated doses to the Public Health Agency of Canada, ensuring supply is available in time for provincial and territorial vaccination campaigns. "As we face another critical season in the fight against COVID-19, we remain steadfast in our dedication to delivering innovative solutions that help protect communities," said Stephane Bancel, CEO of Moderna. "The authorization of our updated COVID-19 vaccine by Health Canada ensures that Canadians have timely access to the latest vaccines, helping them to stay protected during the upcoming fall and winter months."

11:02 EDT Rezolve AI Ltd trading resumes

10:58 EDT Uber redesigns in-app Work Hub, improves navigation tools - In a Newsroom post written by CEO Dara Khosrowshahi, Uber said, "We've redesigned the in-app Work Hub so it's easier than ever for everyone to sign up for new opportunities - whether it's a streamlined process for shopping for grocery orders or deliveries needing insulated bags. Couriers can also now more easily opt-in to receive alcohol delivery requests, bringing more orders that can have higher earnings and tips. Improved Navigation Tools for an Easier Journey: Every second we save and every stressor we ease add up to a big difference for drivers and couriers. Predicting Future Traffic Patterns: Building on our existing technology that incorporates current traffic data, later this year we're launching a new feature for drivers and couriers this fall that will factor in future traffic patterns when calculating fares and ETAs. This will help them make more informed decisions about which rides to accept and better plan their time on the road. Pick-Up Optimization: We'll also be rolling out a new feature to guide drivers and riders towards main roads or convenient corners, instead of navigating a maze of side streets. Improved Biking Navigation: Couriers delivering on a bike will soon see navigation right in the app, so there's no longer a need to switch to a third-party app. They will also see a more detailed street-level view as they approach their destination. Photos to Facilitate Easier Deliveries: We now ask customers to provide more detailed information about their house or building, including photos, to ensure a swift delivery. In addition, couriers can now see aerial satellite views of pickup and dropoff locations, and toggle back and forth between the standard map and a satellite mode in their Uber Driver app."

10:56 EDT Uber to provide more clarity on rider fares, introduce Driver app redesign - In a Newsroom post written by CEO Dara Khosrowshahi, Uber said, "Drivers deserve to have a better understanding of their earnings. So, we're adding an in-app feature to make it crystal clear where every dollar a rider pays is going on a weekly basis. Uber's portion has stayed relatively flat over the years, but some drivers may not realize that a growing piece of the pie is going towards local government taxes and fees, as well as the cost of commercial auto insurance. With the first app redesign since 2018, we're making the app an easier day-to-day experience. Introducing the Driver App Redesign: We are excited to redesign the look and feel of the Uber Driver app to make the everyday experiences of drivers and couriers more seamless. Over the coming weeks, they will start to see significant updates to make it easier to plan ahead, accept the trips they want, and track their progress. This includes revamping the homescreen, so drivers and couriers will now have clearer guidance on whether now is a good time to go online. Plus, key sections of the app, such as Earnings and Inbox, are now just a tap away."

10:52 EDT Uber continues to invest in features for driver safety - In a Newsroom post written by CEO Dara Khosrowshahi, Uber said, "We're continuing to invest in new features to help drivers feel safer when driving on Uber. Trip Navigation on Tesla Displays: Drivers and couriers with Teslas can now connect their car's display to the Uber app for a seamless driving experience. Once a trip or delivery is accepted, the route information will automatically be sent to their Tesla display, making turn-by-turn navigation easier and safer to follow. Handsfree Prompts: Now, drivers using iOS can use Siri to customize voice-prompted shortcuts in the app, such as calling a rider, going online, and more - totally hands-free. PIN Verification: In addition, drivers will now be able to turn on PIN verification to confirm they're picking up the correct rider. Riders will need to provide the PIN to the driver before the trip can start. Guest Riders: Pickups can be stressful and confusing when the rider is different from the person who requested the ride. To make this easier, even if the guest doesn't have the app, drivers will be able to communicate with them directly via phone and in-app messaging."

10:50 EDT Uber announces nationwide launch of enhanced rider verification - In a Newsroom post written by CEO Dara Khosrowshahi, Uber said, "Beginning tomorrow, drivers across the country will see when a rider has undergone additional verification steps with a new "Verified" rider badge, visible right on the trip request. We designed these new verification measures in response to driver feedback that they want to know more about who is getting in their car. All riders will have their account information checked against trusted third-party databases or have the option to upload an ID. Once verified, they will receive a "Verified" badge. Earlier this year, we began testing the program in a handful of cities across the US. In those pilot markets, the majority of riders are verified, and they tend to give drivers 5 stars more often. Riders who are verified also get fewer serious complaints from drivers...We'll also be introducing new verification options, starting with the ability for existing CLEAR Members to verify their identity with CLEAR to get the badge." Reference Link

10:38 EDT Neonode trading resumes

10:25 EDT Newegg announces partnership with Dell Technologies - Newegg (NEGG) announced in a post on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, that Newegg Business is now an Authorized Partner with Dell Technologies (DELL). "As your trusted technology partner, Newegg Business is here to offer: Extensive Product Range; Expert Guidance; Competitive Pricing; Superior Support... The Dell PowerEdge server portfolio is designed for improved energy efficiency, recycled materials, and eco-friendly certifications." Reference Link

10:20 EDT SWVL Holdings Corp trading resumes

10:18 EDT Swvl sinks 11% to $4.81 after Wolfpack Research short report

10:15 EDT SWVL Holdings Corp trading halted, volatility trading pause

10:09 EDT Walmart's Sam's Club announces new plan for workforce compensation - Sam's Club unveiled a reimagined approach to its workforce compensation, announcing a new plan that accelerates pay for nearly 100,000 frontline associates and provides a roadmap for them to plan and pursue more predictable, longer-term financial futures. The new plan creates opportunities for associates to build better careers and lives with Sam's Club, the company said in a statement. Under Sam's Club's new plan, associate hourly wages will progress faster in their pay range, expanding the increase to between 3% and 6% based on years of service. With these new compensation investments, the average hourly rate for Sam's Club associates is anticipated to be above $19, with the potential to earn thousands of dollars annually in bonuses. The new pay plan for frontline associates goes into effect Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024.

10:00 EDT Adecoagro falls -4.8% - Adecoagro is down -4.8%, or -55c to $11.00.

10:00 EDT Virgin Galactic falls -8.1% - Virgin Galactic is down -8.1%, or -58c to $6.58.

10:00 EDT Gannett rises 12.5% - Gannett is up 12.5%, or 57c to $5.18.

09:48 EDT Datasea reports 5G AI multimodal agreements generate $9M of 5G-AI services - Datasea announced that, on August 12, 2024, its Chinese subsidiaries, Shuhai Information Technology and Guozhong Times Technology, each entered into an agreement with Qingdao Ruizhi Yixing Information Technology to supply Qingdao Ruizhi Yixing a range of advanced 5G-AI multimodal services. As of September 12, 2024, Datasea's Shuhai Information and Guozhong Times had already provided services worth an aggregate of an estimated RMB 65.4M, approximately $9M, to Qingdao Ruizhi Yixing, reflecting the growing demand for 5G value-added services. The terms of the Agreements stipulate that Shuhai Information and Guozhong Times will provide a range of 5G-AI multimodal digital services including enhanced products including specialized marketing tools tailored to meet the specific needs of Qingdao Ruizhi Yixing's business customers. According to the Agreements, beginning on August 9, 2024 and continuing over a period of 12 months, Shuhai Information and Guozhong Times will provide an array of enhanced 5G multimodal digital services to Qingdao Ruizhi Yixing with an estimated total value of an aggregate of $30M based on its product and service needs. The Company expects the Agreements will have a substantially positive revenue impact on its financial performance in fiscal 2025 and will further enhance Datasea's positioning in China's 5G Application landscape.

09:47 EDT Gannett rises 11.1% - Gannett is up 11.1%, or 51c to $5.12.

09:47 EDT Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bear 3X Shares falls -4.0% - Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bear 3X Shares is down -4.0%, or -97c to $23.20.

09:47 EDT Adecoagro falls -4.8% - Adecoagro is down -4.8%, or -55c to $11.00.

09:39 EDT Mullen Automotive trading resumes

09:37 EDT HCWC Stock trading halted, volatility trading pause

09:34 EDT Mullen Automotive trading halted, volatility trading pause

09:25 EDT Boeing to pay Embraer $150M to settle tie-up talk arbitration - Embraer (ERJ) on Monday announced in a regulatory filing that the pending arbitration proceedings between Embraer and its affiliates and The Boeing Company (BA) and its affiliates have concluded.Pursuant to a collar agreement recently entered into between the parties, Boeing will pay the gross amount of $150M to Embraer. The deal completes an arbitration process that began after Boeing pulled out of a $4.2B agreement to buy Embraer's commercial jet-making operations.

09:24 EDT Vertical calls Extraordinary General Meeting to consider founder resolutions - Vertical Aerospace announces it will hold an Extraordinary General Meeting, or "EGM," at 10:00 a.m. GMT on September 30. "This follows the Company's receipt of a shareholders' requisition dated 30 August 2024, issued by Stephen Fitzpatrick, in his capacity as the holder of greater than 10.0% of the issued and outstanding ordinary shares of the Company, requesting the directors of the Company to convene an Extraordinary General Meeting for the sole purpose of considering and, if thought fit, passing a number of resolutions to amend the Company's Amended and Restated Memorandum and Articles of Association. Among other things, the proposed amendments would remove the requirement for any of the directors Mr. Fitzpatrick is entitled to appoint under the Articles to be independent (subject to NYSE minimum independence requirements), and introduce the ability for shareholders of the Company holding a majority of the issued and outstanding ordinary shares to remove any director by written instruction," Vertical stated.

09:23 EDT SEALSQ to enhance traditional PKI offering with PQC, post-quantum semis - SEALSQ Corp announces its intention to complete traditional existing Public Key Infrastructure technology with advanced Post-Quantum Cryptography and post-quantum semiconductors. This development reflects SEALSQ's commitment to staying ahead of the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape and safeguarding sensitive data from emerging quantum threats. SEALSQ is adopting post-quantum cryptography algorithms like Crystals-Kyber, Crystals-Dilithium, Sphincs+, and Falcon. These cutting-edge algorithms, designed to withstand the computational power of quantum computers, can also operate seamlessly on classical computer hardware, ensuring compatibility with current devices and systems. Importantly, these algorithms do not require a quantum computer to function, making the transition more practical and efficient. In 2022, the National Institute of Standards and Technology took a significant step toward securing the future of cryptography by announcing the standardization of these post-quantum algorithms. SEALSQ's adoption of these standards demonstrates its proactive approach to implementing robust, future-proof security solutions. In addition to cryptography, SEALSQ is integrating post-quantum semiconductors into its solutions, further enhancing the resilience of connected devices and systems in the post-quantum era.

09:20 EDT Thumzup welcomes Fat Tomato Pizza to Adtech platform - Thumzup Media Corporation welcomed Fat Tomato Pizza's West LA and La Cienega locations to its growing roster of partners on the Company's proprietary cash rewards platform.

09:16 EDT Data Storage enters new cloud hosting agreement - Data Storage Corporation announced that its subsidiary, CloudFirst, has signed a new hosting agreement servicing a nationally ranked academic medical center, secured through one of its cloud infrastructure partners. This collaboration showcases the Company's expertise in delivering secure and tailored cloud solutions to meet the critical needs of this healthcare institution.

09:15 EDT SES AI rallies after announcing collaboration with Nvidia, Supermicro - SES AI (SES) announced an initiative to accelerate material discovery in electric transportation. "By mapping the universe of small molecules using a cutting-edge supercomputer optimized for artificial intelligence, this pioneering project aims to revolutionize the understanding of battery chemistry, enhance energy storage solutions, and advance energy efficient technology," the company said in a statement. SES AI will leverage Crusoe's AI cloud platform, powered by Nvidia (NVDA) and Supermicro (SMCI). "By collaborating with Crusoe, Nvidia, and Supermicro, we combine cutting-edge AI with sustainable computing infrastructure to drive breakthroughs in battery innovation. This project embodies our commitment to sustainability and technological advancement," stated Qichao Hu, CEO of SES AI. Shares of SES AI are up 27%, or 27c, to $1.30 in premarket trading.

09:14 EDT Tivic Health teams with strategy firm FSI for ncVNS commercial strategy - Tivic Health Systems announced it has partnered with Fletcher Spaght FSI, a healthcare growth strategy firm, to accelerate development of its commercial strategy for non-invasive cervical vagus nerve stimulation or ncVNS . ..FSI Partner, Bill Sigona, stated, "FSI excels at projects like this, where our insights help clients like Tivic grow while improving patient healthcare. Bringing innovative technologies like ncVNS to market drives us, and we're excited to support Tivic's journey in advancing care across multiple therapeutic areas." The firm has begun a comprehensive market assessment of Tivic Health's ncVNS technology drawing from clinical outcomes from Tivic Health's Phase 1 trial. Fletcher Spaght initially identified approximately 30 potential medical use cases for Tivic Health's ncVNS technology in neurologic, cardiac, psychiatric and autonomic nervous system diseases. The firm is now working closely with Tivic Health's scientific and clinical leadership to identify the strongest market entry point by interviewing clinical key opinion leaders, patients and payers.

09:12 EDT Foxo Technologies completes acquisition of operations from Rennova Health - FOXO Technologies (FOXO) announced it has completed the acquisition of the second revenue-generating operation from Rennova Health (RNVA). The Company had previously announced it had entered into two share exchange agreements with Rennova. The first agreement was to acquire the equity in Myrtle Recovery Centers, Inc., Rennova's behavioral health services subsidiary. Closing of the Myrtle transaction occurred on June 14, 2024. The second agreement was to acquire the equity in Rennova Community Health, the owner of Scott County Community Hospital.

09:10 EDT Edible Garden gains distribution of its USDA Organic herb product line - 4E3WEdible Garden announced that it has gained distribution of its USDA Organic herb product line at additional City Supermarket and The Extra Supermarket locations in New Jersey. "We are excited to expand our partnership with City Supermarket and The Extra Supermarket to bring our USDA Organic herb line to even more locations across New Jersey," said Jim Kras, CEO of Edible Garden. "As 'The Flavor Maker,' we are committed to providing the freshest, most flavorful herbs to our retail partners. With this expansion, even more communities will have access to our locally grown, USDA Organic herbs, including popular varieties such as basil, cilantro, and parsley, all cultivated with the highest standards of quality and sustainability. Our goal is to make it easier for customers to enhance their culinary experiences with ingredients that not only taste great but also support a healthy lifestyle and environmentally responsible farming practices. This expansion demonstrates our commitment to making premium, sustainably grown products more accessible, while highlighting the dedication of City Supermarket and The Extra Supermarket to offering diverse, high-quality choices. By bringing a wider range of fresh, health-conscious options to their shelves, these retailers are not only meeting the evolving preferences of their customers but also actively supporting local, eco-friendly farming practices."

09:10 EDT Verizon Innovative Learning opens 18 new Verizon Innovative Learning Labs - Verizon Innovative Learning announces the opening of 18 new Verizon Innovative Learning Labs, a new augmented reality app to make the Lab experience accessible to students nationwide, and free STEM workshops for middle school students on college campuses across the country. Donna Epps, Verizon's Chief Responsible Business Officer, said, "Through our flagship education initiative, Verizon Innovative Learning, we are committed to equipping students and educators with the tools they need to thrive in a digital world. As technology evolves and expands, so too does Verizon Innovative Learning. Through our new offerings, including new state-of-the-art Labs with connectivity to Verizon's 5G network, free STEM workshops on college campuses and a new web-based AR app, we are working with our nonprofit partners to utilize next-gen technology and curriculum to ensure educators and students not only have access to technology but can also use it effectively."

09:09 EDT Micron announces availability of Crucial P310 2280 Gen4 NVMe SSD - Micron Technology announced the availability of the Crucial P310 2280 Gen4 NVMe solid-state drive, which offers two times faster performance than Gen3 SSDs1 and 40% faster performance than Crucial's P3 Plus,2 giving gamers, students and creatives a boost in speed when they boot and use data-intensive applications. With capacities up to 2 terabytes and read and write speeds of 7,100 and 6,000 megabytes per second respectively,3 the P310 2280 SSD enables more customers than ever to gain access to gaming performance without paying gaming prices. This launch expands Micron's P310 portfolio to address PCs, laptops and PlayStation 5, closely following the July launch of its award-winning Crucial P310 2230 SSD, which is targeted at users of handheld gaming consoles and mini PCs.

09:08 EDT Teradyne Robotics & Siemens team to showcase MxD innovation - Teradyne Robotics (TER) is jointly developing a robotics showcase at MxD or Manufacturing x Digital, with Siemens, a global leader in industrial automation hardware and software. The collaboration will be showcased at MxD innovation center in Chicago, IL, a non-profit organization serving as a hub for digital manufacturing and cybersecurity in the United States. MxD features some of the most advanced manufacturing equipment in the world. Siemens, as a founding member of MxD, is enhancing the customer experience based on Industry-specific Digital Threads, including a strong focus on AI-driven robotics use cases. The Siemens and Teradyne Robotics activities build on previous collaborations announced earlier in 2024 and positions Teradyne Robotics, which includes collaborative robot (cobot) company Universal Robots and autonomous mobile robot (AMR) company MiR, as a key partner in advanced robotics and automation for Siemens in North America. .."Our collaboration with Teradyne Robotics comes to life at MxD where we provide our customers with a view into the future of automation, based on new, AI-driven technologies. This will enable a frictionless journey between robotics and automation for our customers," says Rainer Brehm, CEO of Factory Automation at Siemens Digital Industries.

09:06 EDT Jewett-Cameron Trading Company adds three new supply partners - Jewett-Cameron Trading Company has completed a significant step forward in its strategic plan to expand and diversify the Company's supply sourcing from three new supply partners. Historically, Jewett-Cameron had a significant portion of their products supplied by a single manufacturer in China. With the implementation of the new multi-source, multi-country, strategic sourcing plan, the Company is no longer tied to one specific supply source for any single product or component. The Company now has highly diversified supply sources from manufacturers located in Canada, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Malaysia, Taiwan, and China. The new supply agreements cover Jewett-Cameron's fence products, dog containment products, as well as MyEcoWorld products.

09:05 EDT Mullen Automotive enters into sales, service agreement with Pape Kenworth - Mullen Automotive announces the addition of premier full-service dealer, Pape Kenworth, to its commercial EV dealer network. Based in Eugene, Oregon, Pape Kenworth becomes Mullen's seventh franchise dealer partner expanding fleet opportunities for the Company's full line of commercial electric vehicles. Pape Group, which includes Pape Kenworth, consists of five operating companies with over 150 locations in nine states, with 815 service bays and more than 1,500 technicians. The partnership aligns with Mullen's commitment to providing widespread access to its innovative electric vehicles and Pape Kenworth's dedication to offering a variety of transportation solutions to meet all of its customers' needs.

09:03 EDT Xerox CFO Xavier Heiss to retire, Mirlanda Gecaj to retire - Xerox announced that after over 30 years with the company, Xavier Heiss has decided to retire, effective February 1, 2025. Heiss has served as CFO since 2021. Mirlanda Gecaj, vice president and chief accounting officer at Xerox, will serve as Heiss's successor beginning Feb. 1, 2025. Gecaj joined the company in 2022 and has leveraged her extensive experience in accounting, finance, internal audit, and shared services to enhance Xerox's financial operations and reporting over the past three years.

09:03 EDT CleanSpark acquires two Bitcoin sites in Mississippi, closes second Wyoming site - CleanSpark has acquired two Bitcoin mining sites and associated land near Clinton, Mississippi, and closed on its second site in Wyoming. The Mississippi acquisitions have a combined purchase price of $5.775M and will support a total of 16.5 MW. The sites are currently partially complete and the purchase price includes the cost to complete construction of the site infrastructure. The site will be delivered to the company turnkey ready with an expected completion date of December 1. Upon completion and installation, the site will house S21 pro miners with an expected combined operating hashrate of approximately 1 EH/s. The addition of these sites will bring the company's data center portfolio in Mississippi to 60.5 MW. On September 11, the company closed on its previously announced 45 MW site in Wyoming. The site is expected to contribute an additional 3 EH/s to the company's hashrate upon completion. The site will feature immersion-cooled Bitcoin mining data centers which will support the latest generation S21 immersion XPs.

09:02 EDT Lazydays appoints Amber Dillard COO - Lazydays announced that Amber Dillard, VP of Operations, has been promoted to COO, reporting to Ron Fleming, Lazydays Interim CEO. Dillard joined Lazydays in 2011, and has worked across the organization in various capacities including accounting, supply chain, vehicle purchasing, inventory management and dealership operations. Prior to joining Lazydays, Amber worked in public and non-profit accounting, with an emphasis in Internal Audit. Amber sits on the board of the Lazydays Employee Foundation.

09:01 EDT LPL Financial expands to Tempe - LPL Financial has expanded its national home offices with the opening of a 43,000-square-foot office in Tempe's Marina Heights complex. The office will accommodate 300 employees by the end of 2024 with room for expansion next year. The Tempe office will be a dedicated workplace for LPL teams that support client service and operations. Over the next two years, LPL expects to add an additional 700 jobs to the Tempe economy with career opportunities suited for rising professionals interested in developing rewarding careers in the rapidly expanding financial services sector.

08:56 EDT Philips announces FDA approval for enhance LumiGuide guidewire - Royal Philips announced the introduction of the 160cm FDA approved version of its unique LumiGuide endovascular navigation wire. This enhanced LumiGuide guidewire, which utilizes the company's breakthrough Fiber Optic RealShape technology, was used for the first time on a patient by Professor and vascular surgeon Carlos Timaran, MD, an internationally recognized expert in advanced endovascular techniques. He used the technology during a complex aortic aneurism repair operation, marking the 1000th patient treated milestone using FORS technology since first clinical use of the technology in 2020. The introduction of a longer FORS-enabled LumiGuide Navigation Wire enables US clinicians to visualize a broader range of catheters and expands usage of this technology to patients in America treated in centers equipped with LumiGuide.

08:48 EDT Antelope Enterprise enters energy supply business - Antelope Enterprise Holdings announced that it expects to shortly enter into the energy field through the production of electricity using natural gas generators in Texas. AEHL has launched this business in the US to meet the rapidly growing needs of computing power industries. "We believe that our strategic positioning in the energy supply sector is extremely timely to meet the high expected demand for energy due to the growth in cryptocurrency mining," Will Zhang, CEO of Antelope Enterprise, commented. "We believe that we can offer cost-effective solution that will provide sustainable value for crypto-mining companies in Midland, Texas."

08:42 EDT Banzai adds 179 customers in August 2024 - Banzai International announced the addition of 147 customers in August 2024, for a total of 1,434 in 2024, demonstrating strong organic growth and customer loyalty for its AI-driven platform of essential MarTech data, analytics, and data-driven applications. August 2024 new customer acquisitions improved 24% over the prior year period. Customers included leading companies in software, technology, healthcare, and finance utilizing Banzai's platform to improve their marketing efforts and efficiently engage their pipeline.

08:41 EDT Planet Fitness says 3M students enrolled in High School Summer Pass program - lanet Fitness announced nearly three million high school students signed up for its annual High School Summer Pass program, logging more than 12 million workouts this summer between June 1 and August 31. During this time, Planet Fitness invited high schoolers between the ages of 14 - 19 to work out for free at any of its 2,600+ locations across the United States and Canada.

08:39 EDT Turbo Energy CEO issues formal operational update - Mariano Soria, Chief Executive Officer of Turbo Energy, issued a formal operational update to the Company's shareholders on Turbo Energy's business expansion strategies and key global growth objectives for the coming year. Soria stated: "On September 26, 2024, we will celebrate Turbo Energy's one-year anniversary of completing our Initial Public Offering and commencing trading on The Nasdaq Stock Market. While the past year has been a period during which the world continues to respond to a number of geopolitical, supply chain and inflationary challenges, we have remained squarely focused on our mission to deliver affordable, high performance solar energy storage technologies and solutions... When reflecting on our accomplishments over the past ten years, we take tremendous pride in having earned Turbo Energy distinction as a leading authority and innovator of patented and patent-pending photovoltaic energy storage solutions in Europe... Moving forward, building worldwide awareness and appreciation for the Turbo Energy brand, and the inherent value we believe it represents, and winning broader market penetration for our proprietary, AI-enabled SUNBOX and SUNBOX C&I solutions in key expansion markets, are paramount to our long-term success... In the months ahead, we look forward to sharing details on specific growth initiatives centered on expanding our global geographic footprint to include both the United States and South America, as well as further expansion throughout western Europe. We will be working hard on developing the regional infrastructure, business partnerships and in-country distributor networks necessary to achieve exponential revenue and earnings growth in our targeted growth markets.

08:39 EDT Iveda sees increased interest from major retail chains worldwide - Iveda is seeing growing interest from major retail chains in the United States, Korea, Macao, Hong Kong, and Japan for its IvedaAI Cloud subscription services. With average retail shrink nearing 2% in the U.S., according to the National Retail Federation NRF, retailers face increasing security challenges amid the battle against rising theft. IvedaAI Cloud offers a cost-effective, AI-driven solution that integrates seamlessly with existing security cameras that could help save the industry nearly $112.1B in potential losses. "IvedaAI Cloud was developed with small businesses, retail shop owners, and restaurant chains in mind," said David Ly, Iveda CEO and founder. "It is ideal for deployment on up to four cameras, offering powerful analytics and security features without the hefty hardware costs. By providing only the essential tools that businesses need--streamed through the cloud for one low monthly fee-- IvedaAI Cloud is accessible for businesses that want to improve their security measures without investing in IT and servers."

08:37 EDT Elicio Therapeutics reports inducement grants - Elicio Therapeutics announced that on September 16, 2024, Elicio granted an aggregate of 4,800 inducement stock options to a new employee, as an inducement material to the individual entering into employment with Elicio in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4). The inducement stock options were approved by the Compensation Committee of Elicio's Board of Directors and granted under the Elicio Therapeutics, Inc. 2024 Inducement Incentive Award Plan. The grant provides for the purchase of shares of Elicio common stock at a price of $4.13 per share, the closing price per share of Elicio common stock as reported by Nasdaq on September 16, 2024, the date of grant. The grant vests over four years, with 25 percent of the shares vesting on the first anniversary of the employee's start date, and the remainder vesting ratably at the end of each subsequent month thereafter, subject to such employee's continued service relationship with Elicio through the applicable vesting dates.

08:37 EDT PSEG General Counsel Tamara Linde to retire in 2025 - PSEG's EVPand General Counsel Tamara Linde plans to retire from PSEG effective March 14, 2025, as part of a planned succession process. PSEG Deputy General Counsel and Chief Litigation Counsel Grace Park has been appointed EVP and General Counsel, effective September 16, and will continue to report to Linde until Linde's retirement. In support of a smooth transition of leadership, Linde will shift to the role of EVP and Chief Legal Officer, effective September 16. Linde joined PSEG in 1990 and has served as PSEG's General Counsel for the past 10 years. Park joined PSEG in 2017 and was promoted to VP, Deputy General Counsel and Chief Litigation Counsel in 2020. Prior to PSEG, Park spent four years as Acting Prosecutor in Union County, N.J. Additionally, Park served as Senior Corporate Counsel for litigation at Pfizer Inc. and as a federal prosecutor in the U.S. Attorney's Office in Newark, N.J.

08:36 EDT La Rosa Holdings enters LOI to acquire real estate brokerage firm - La Rosa Holdings has entered into a non-binding Letter of Intent to acquire a real estate brokerage firm with over 950 agents and offices in multiple states. The firm also offers a proprietary cloud-based Software-as-a-Service platform tailored for real estate agents and generated more than $19.0 million in revenue for 2023.The consummation of the acquisition is subject to, and contingent upon, the execution of a definitive agreement and other related transaction documents by the parties, corporate approval and customary closing conditions. There can be no assurances that the acquisition will be consummated.

08:35 EDT ConnectM eliminates $7.5M in debt - ConnectM Technology Solutions announced the Company has completed more than half of its initial tranche of a debt-to-equity swap by converting $7.5 million of the Company's outstanding debt to common equity at $2.00 per share. This action begins a series of balance sheet deleveragings as ConnectM seeks to maximize value for shareholders. Today's transaction executes on the previously announced approval from the Company's Board of Directors to convert up to $15 million of the Company's outstanding debt to common equity at $2.00 per share.

08:34 EDT INmune Bio announces results of additional interim analysis of Phase 2 trial - INmune Bio announced that results of additional analysis of blinded data from its AD02 Phase II Alzheimer's Disease, AD, trial demonstrated exceptional performance of the novel cognitive measure EMACC, as well as highly significant correlation between EMACC and the Clinical Dementia Rating-Sum of Boxes, CDR-SB, the accepted endpoint for AD trials. Key Findings: Statistical Correlation: An independent review confirmed a highly significant correlation between baseline scores on EMACC and CDR-SB, the secondary endpoint in the AD02 trial. Reliability: The correlation of EMACC when measured during the screening process and again at the first study visit before treatment was found to be 0.93. Differentiation Capability: The difference in EMACC performance between patients with CDR global ratings of 0.5 and those rated 1.0 was very large, with an effect size of 0.87

08:34 EDT Shift4 Payments, Miami Heat announce ticketing partnership - Shift4 Payments has been selected to power ticketing transactions for the Miami Heat. Shift4's end-to-end payment solution will facilitate a seamless ticket-buying experience for games at Miami's Kaseya Center.

08:32 EDT 3D Systems receives FDA clearance for jetted denture solution - 3D Systems announced the Food and Drug Administration, FDA, has provided 510(k) clearance for its multi-material, monolithic jetted denture solution. This first-to-market offering comprising two uniquely developed materials - NextDent(R) Jet Denture Teeth and NextDent(R) Jet Denture Base - as well as 3D Systems' jetting technology, software and services, enables the production of durable, long-wear, aesthetically beautiful dentures. As a result of implementing the Company's FDA-cleared jetted denture solution, dental laboratories can more efficiently deliver dentures, resulting in an enhanced patient experience.

08:31 EDT Malaysia Airlines selects Sabre's PRISM - Sabre announced that Malaysia Airlines has selected PRISM to power and optimize its corporate segment. By using automated, real-time data insights and trends, PRISM offers advanced data analytics, enabling a more customized travel solution for business customers.

08:22 EDT Ainos to initiate Taiwan clinical study for VELDONA in oral warts - Ainos announced that its plans to initiate a clinical study for very low-dose interferon alpha on treating Human immunodeficiency virus -related oral warts at the National Taiwan University Hospital. The study aims to evaluate the efficacy of VELDONA, a low-dose oral interferon-alpha formulation, in treating oral warts in HIV-positive patients undergoing combination antiretroviral therapy. VELDONA has been granted Orphan Drug Designation by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for this indication, offering new hope to HIV-positive individuals suffering from oral warts. This clinical study will be conducted by the Infectious Disease Department at National Taiwan University Hospital, one of Taiwan's 25 designated medical centers for HIV management. The hospital oversees nearly 4,000 HIV-positive patients, approximately 11.2% of Taiwan's total HIV cases. The study will enroll 40 participants who will be randomized in a 1:3 ratio to receive either a placebo or VELDONA in a double-blind trial. Participants will take VELDONA or a placebo sublingually every day for 24 weeks. The primary objective of the study is to evaluate the reduction in oral warts' surface area. A successful response is defined as a reduction of 75% or more in the surface area of oral warts compared to baseline, while a non-responsive result indicates less than 75% reduction. The secondary objectives include evaluating oral wart surface area reduction by 50% or more, as well as participant self-assessments through questionnaires comparing oral health to baseline conditions. The study's Principal Investigator will also objectively assess the participants' oral conditions. This clinical study will be conducted in accordance with Good Clinical Practice guidelines by Bestat Pharmaservices Corporation, a TFDA-certified Contract Research Organization. The study is expected to begin in November 2024, with the first patient visit anticipated in November. Patient enrollment is projected to take one year, with the last patient visit expected in May 2026, and study completion anticipated in July 2026. Protocol of the study is currently being reviewed for Investigational Review Board approval by National Taiwan University Hospital and Taiwan Food and Drug Administration. Ainos has conducted one pilot study and two phase 2 trials in the U.S. involving 77 HIV-positive patients with multiple oral warts. In these trials, patients were randomized to receive either VELDONA or a placebo, taking the medication three times daily for 24 weeks. After treatment, patients receiving VELDONA showed significant reductions in oral wart surface area, with decreases of over 75%, and in some cases up to 99%.

08:19 EDT Peraso secures purchase order for military use of mmWave technology - Peraso announced a significant purchase order for its Perspectus module products, which are ideally suited for battlefield application. Leveraging Peraso's advanced 60 GHz mmWave RF technology, this system is intended to enhance situational awareness and communications for soldiers engaged in combat operations. The Perspectus module minimizes detection risk and reduces sensitivity to battlefield clutter and interference using Peraso's proprietary narrow-beamforming technology. The unique propagation characteristics of 60 GHz signals offer an edge in military settings where stealth, precision, and operational efficiency are paramount.

08:18 EDT Talkspace teams teams with Amazon Health Services for online therapy - Talkspace announced a partnership with Amazon Health Services to increase awareness and discoverability of its mental health care services on Amazon.com. Talkspace is the first virtual behavioral health provider to join Amazon Health Services' program to help individuals discover and enroll in their health insurance benefits at no extra cost or for a small copay. With more than 5,000 therapists and providers across 50 states, Talkspace improves access to high-quality mental health care services for more than 150 million eligible members. The average copay for a virtual therapy visit is $15, however, out-of-pocket may vary based on the member's specific deductible...When Amazon customers search Amazon for topics like "stress relief," "family therapy," or "sleep help," they can now discover an easy way to, if they so choose, check their eligibility for therapy and psychiatry services. Customers can also visit the Amazon Health webpage to see if their insurance covers Talkspace and explore Talkspace's various offerings. Eligible individuals will be guided to Talkspace's website to complete the enrollment process, get paired with a licensed therapist in their state within days, and can right away schedule live online sessions or message asynchronously with their therapist. "Amazon aims to simplify the journey to better health by making it easier for customers to discover and access the products, services, and professionals they need," said Aaron Martin, Vice President of Healthcare, Amazon. "Our collaboration with Talkspace will not only help customers discover their mental health benefits but also, if they choose, gain access to their own dedicated, licensed therapist in a fraction of the time it might take to see someone in-person." This partnership aligns with Talkspace's mission of making high-quality virtual mental healthcare accessible to the majority of Americans through insurance.

08:15 EDT Perfect Corp. teams with TIMEZ for a smarter way for shopping watches - Perfect Corp has announced a collaboration with TIMEZ, a next-generation watch aggregation platform. This partnership introduces a tailored digital solution for luxury watches on TIMEZ's mobile application, integrating advanced 3D modeling, 3D rendering, and AR technologies to offer an enhanced digital experience... Alice Chang, Founder and CEO of Perfect Corp., stated, "We are pleased to work with TIMEZ in offering this innovative service, marking our debut in virtual watch try-ons via mobile app. We hope this collaboration will further enhance the digital shopping experience for watch enthusiasts and propel the watch industry's future development. TIMEZ's adoption of our technology to accurately and exquisitely reproduce luxury watches digitally is a testament to their trust in Perfect Corp.'s capabilities and our ability to meet the demands of the high-end watch market."

08:15 EDT Stingray Group launches Stingray Karaoke on Ford vehicles - Stingray is launching Stingray Karaoke in Ford Motor Company's vehicles, starting with the all-electric F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E, and coming soon to vehicles with the Ford and Lincoln Digital Experience. This will be the first time karaoke is available for Ford owners to use and enjoy inside the vehicle while parked and on the go.

08:14 EDT P10 enters agreement to acquire Qualitas Funds for $63M in cash, stock - P10 announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Qualitas Equity Funds SGEIC, S.A for an initial purchase price of $63 million with the potential for additional earnout consideration. Qualitas Funds is a Madrid-based private equity investing platform that provides fund-of-funds, direct co-investing and NAV financing opportunities in the European lower-middle market to more than 1,300 limited partners across the ultra-high-net-worth, family office, and institutional channels. The firm has approximately $1 billion in fee-paying assets under management and a strong expected growth trajectory. The firm was founded in 2014 and is wholly owned by co-founders and co-managing partners, Eric Halverson and Sergio Garcia. P10 has agreed to acquire 100% of the issued and outstanding equity interests of Qualitas Funds and 100% of its fee-related earnings. The transaction does not include any carried interest for legacy funds. The initial consideration of $63 million is composed of $42.25 million in cash and $20.75 million in P10 stock. The stock consideration is subject to a three-year lock-up period.

08:12 EDT Verb Technology announces official launch of Go Fund Yourself! - Verb Technology announced the official launch of GO FUND YOURSELF!, an interactive social crowd funding platform for public and private companies seeking broad-based exposure across social media channels for their crowd-funded Regulation CF and Regulation A Offerings. The platform combines a ground-breaking interactive TV show with VERB's MARKET.live back-end capabilities allowing viewers to tap on their screen to facilitate an investment, in real time, as they watch companies presenting before the show's panel of "Titans". As an added bonus, those companies that sell consumer products will be able to offer their products directly to viewers during the show in real time through shoppable onscreen icons. The first episode of GO FUND YOURSELF! featuring UFC fighter Michael Chandler drops this Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 1:30pm PST/4:30pm EST streaming on MARKET.live and across popular social media channels.

08:10 EDT AgriFORCE highlights new paths for growth following RCS acquisition - AgriFORCE Growing Systems highlights new paths for growth following its recently announced acquisition of Radical Clean Solutions and its patent-pending technology proven to eliminate pathogens molds, virus and volatile organic compounds in contained environments without the use of harmful chemicals. The RCS Hydroxyl Technology generates and distributes hydroxyl radicals, highly reactive molecules that target and break down pathogens, virus, mold, volatile organic compounds, and other contaminants, at an atomic level. Hydroxyl radicals, often referred to as "nature's detergent," exist naturally in the outdoor environment and are a key part of the natural cleaning process of the atmosphere. This technology is environmentally friendly and compatible with people, pets and plants. RCS has harnessed the power of hydroxyl radicals in controlled indoor environments, allowing for the broad-spectrum disinfection and decontamination without the use of toxic chemicals. While initially applied to agribusiness and food storage facilities, the Company is actively pursuing additional applications for the technology where airborne pathogens would present significant impact on life or materials. Key applications include: Healthcare - Hospitals, assisted living facilities, clinic environments of all sizes where pathogens may affect the short- or long-term health of residents and/or staff and where healthy or even sterile environments are essential for operations. Education - Healthy school environments, as commercial operations, are particularly important as they prevent the human spread of these pathogens to other environments, potentially heading off the spread of disease. Business and commercial - Purify air at facilities where people gather to work and conduct commerce, including office and retail shops. Storage facilities - RCS has applications at warehouses and other facilities where both living beings and inanimate objects need protection from pathogens for their health and for the preservation of the quality and integrity of the materials stored within. This is of particular value in larger warehouses and self-storage facilities where mold and other pathogens can destroy valuable property, often costing thousands of dollars. Hospitality and Residential - As with the healthcare vertical, hospitality provides a significant opportunity to protect the environment of facilities where people live, vacation, sleep, and revitalize. RCS offers multiple products that are geared toward the various-sized environments within the multiple verticals that the Company may pursue. Currently, the Company offers four types of units --in-duct units, quad pro portable, trailers and transport units, and wall mount units. The Company believes these will offer customers flexibility and growth with systems tailored to address their specific needs.

08:10 EDT Corteva to invest $25M in Pairwise for gene editing in agriculture - Corteva and Pairwise, a technology company pioneering the application of gene editing in food and agriculture, announced a collaboration to accelerate the delivery of advanced gene editing solutions to farmers. Gene editing uses a plant's own DNA to make precise improvements, providing growers with another critical tool to keep pace with the challenges facing food production, including those presented by climate change. Anchoring the collaboration is Corteva's $25M equity investment in Pairwise, made under the umbrella of Corteva Catalyst, the company's new investment and partnership platform. The investment aims to help expand the reach and benefits of gene editing to a wide variety of staple and specialty crops. In addition, Corteva and Pairwise have formed a joint venture to accelerate and expand the delivery of advanced gene edited technologies aimed at increasing crop yield for food, fuel and fiber production, despite increasing climate change. The joint venture, which spans five years, will leverage both companies' gene editing capabilities to accelerate the delivery of gene edited products by generating and evaluating unique gene edits across multiple traits in a range of crops. This is the first joint venture and major equity investment in gene editing made by Corteva Catalyst, the company's new investment and partnership platform.

08:08 EDT Voip-Pal.com files motion for reconsideration in mobile gateway patent cases - VoIP-Pal announced that it has filed a motion for reconsideration in two major patent infringement cases: VoIP-Pal.com, Inc. v. Verizon Communications, Inc., et al., Case No. 6:21-cv-672-ADA, and VoIP-Pal.com, Inc. v. T-Mobile USA, Inc., Case No. 6:21-cv-674-ADA. The cases are pending in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, Waco Division. The motion seeks a reconsideration of the court's final judgment of noninfringement. VoIP-Pal remains committed to defending its intellectual property rights and believes that the reconsideration motion will allow for a thorough evaluation of the key legal and technical issues at the heart of these cases.

08:08 EDT Charles River announces collaboration with DanubeNeuro acceleration program - Charles River announced a strategic collaboration within the acceleration program DanubeNeuro, an initiative focused on identifying and advancing pioneering academic research projects with the potential to create new drugs and technologies in the field of neurodegeneration. Cebina's DanubeNeuro acceleration program identifies and develops research projects with the potential to create drugs, diagnostic methods, disease biomarkers, and imaging techniques for neurodegenerative diseases.

08:07 EDT Akari Therapeutics appoints Rob Bazemore to board of directors - Akari Therapeutics announces the appointment of Rob Bazemore to the Akari Board of Directors effective September 17, 2024. From 2015 to 2021, Mr. Bazemore served as the President, Chief Executive Officer and member of the Board of Directors of Epizyme.

08:05 EDT Teledyne unceils Linea HS2 TDI line scan camera family - Teledyne DALSA introduced the Linea HS2 TDI line scan camera family. Drawing on over four decades of industry leading expertise, this camera series represents a significant breakthrough in next generation TDI technology. Designed for ultra-high-speed imaging in light starved conditions, it delivers exceptional image quality with 16k/5 microm resolution and boasts an industry leading maximum line rate of 1 Megahertz, or 16 Gigapixels per second data throughput. The Linea HS2 features a highly sensitive Backside Illuminated multi-array charge-domain TDI CMOS sensor with 16k/5 microm resolution and optimized Quantum Efficiency, meeting the rigorous demands of current and future machine vision applications. The multi-array TDI sensor architecture allows the camera to be configured for superior image quality with maximized line rate, dynamic range, or full well, according to specific application requirements. This makes it particularly ideal for inspecting semiconductor wafers, high density interconnects and flat panel displays, and for life science applications. On-chip binning also enables higher web speeds to boost system throughput. The camera is equipped with dual Camera Link HS CX4 connectors to Active Optical Cables providing complete EMI immunity.

08:05 EDT Salesforce announces Agentforce Partner Network for third-party AI agents - Salesforce announced the Agentforce Partner Network, a global ecosystem of leading partners building new third-party AI agents and agent actions for Agentforce. Customers can easily install these trusted third-party extensions from the Salesforce AppExchange to customize Agentforce's out-of-the-box agents, build new agents with specific skills, or deploy partner-built agents for specialized industry, line of business, or functional use cases. This ecosystem extends Agentforce's ability to plan and reason across a broad network of technology and data providers to accomplish complex tasks and get more done on behalf of users. "Agentforce represents a monumental shift in the industry, enabling humans with AI to redefine how businesses achieve customer success," said Brian Millham, President and Chief Operating Officer at Salesforce. "Over the next year, our bold vision is to enable customers with a billion AI agents. The Agentforce Partner Network, the world's first agent ecosystem, plays a crucial role in helping our customers realize this vision by providing a vast catalog of trusted and ready-to-deploy partner agents and agent actions."

08:05 EDT Kratos Defense awarded $79.8M contract from Air Force - Kratos Defense & Security Solutions announced that Kratos has received a $79,870,161.48 Firm Fixed Price delivery order for the Lot 20 procurement of 60 aircraft, mission kits, certain flight consumables, and technical data for the BQM-167A Air Force Subscale Aerial Target under a five-year base contract. The award incorporates Gas, Aero, Payload, Power enhancements that include the largest capability upgrade to date for the BQM-167A Product Baseline. The increased capabilities provided by the GAPP upgrade marks an indisputable enhancement in the BQM-167A's evolution to keep pace replicating more advanced threats, thereby improving the weapon systems verification and training efforts the BQM-167A helps enable for the USAF. This contract also represents the largest single buy of BQM-167As by the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Eglin AFB, Florida.

08:04 EDT Volcon signs distribution agreement in Japan - Volcon announced a new distribution agreement with a prominent Japanese vehicle distributor. This relationship will see the introduction of Volcon's popular Brat electric bike with unique cafe racer options. The Brat is expected to be available for sale just in time for the 2024 holiday season after its certification with the Japanese government. Volcon recognizes that Pista Enterprises, G.K. is a well-established distributor with extensive experience in the automotive industry.

08:04 EDT RTX's Raytheon awarded ONR Navy ManTech project from Penn State University - Raytheon, an RTX business, has been awarded an Office of Naval Research Navy ManTech project from Penn State University Applied Research Laboratory's Electronics Manufacturing Center of Excellence to streamline the production of SPY-6 Transmit/Receive modules. Manufacturing advancements like automation, new material sources and process yield improvements will result in cost-savings for the U.S. Navy across the life cycle of the SPY-6 radar. Work on this contract is being conducted in Andover, Massachusetts. New SPY-6 radio frequency TR modules are expected to be delivered in 2026-2027.

08:02 EDT Cerence announces deployment of Cerence Chat Pro in Skoda vehicles - Cerence announced Cerence Chat Pro, the company's automotive-grade large language model integration, is now live in a range of Skoda vehicles. The solution has been deployed via cloud update to provide Skoda drivers with an entertaining and intelligent companion for their everyday journeys. Skoda drivers and passengers can now enjoy fun and conversational chit-chat with their in-car assistant, which leverages Cerence's technology to provide accurate and relevant responses to nearly every query imaginable. The integration also reduces the complexity of navigating in-car interfaces making it easier for drivers to quickly and safely access the car features and information they need.

07:58 EDT Hoth Therapeutics announces 'encouraging' results from trial of HT-ALZ - Hoth Therapeutics announced encouraging preclinical results for its investigational Alzheimer's drug, HT-ALZ. In a recent study using Alzheimer's model mice treated with varying doses of HT-ALZ, significant reductions in astrocyte activity were observed in key areas of the brain, suggesting a potential link between reduced reactive astrocytes, and improved cognitive function. In the study, astrocyte staining was used to evaluate the impact of different doses of aprepitant on the hippocampus and cortex. The data showed a notable decrease in the percentage of area covered by astrocytes in the hippocampus at both 20 mg and 40 mg dose levels, compared to the vehicle- treated group. A similar trend was observed in the cortex. These reductions in reactive astrocytes corresponded with enhanced cognitive performance in the same dose groups, further indicating that aprepitant's therapeutic benefit may be tied to its impact on astrocytic activity. Reactive astrocytes, which are typically larger than normal astrocytes, play a role in the progression of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's. Hoth Therapeutics is currently conducting a secondary analysis to determine whether the size or total number of astrocytes is changing as a result of treatment. Early observations suggest that the vehicle-treated Alzheimer's mice exhibit a larger population of reactive astrocytes, while the HT-ALZ treated groups show fewer reactive astrocytes, pointing to a potential breakthrough in the treatment of Alzheimer's. Hoth Therapeutics plans to continue advancing HT-ALZ through further studies and clinical trials, aiming to provide a novel therapeutic option for patients suffering from Alzheimer's disease.

07:51 EDT Santech reports chairman Han Hongwei, CEO Wang Dian have been detained - Santech Holdings announced updates to its board of directors and senior management team. To the Company's best knowledge, Mr. Han Hongwei, the Chairman of the Board, and Madame Wang Dian, the CEO and a director of the Company, have been detained by, and are currently under investigation by certain branch office of Shanghai Municipal Public Security Bureau with respect to alleged illegal activities at Hywin Wealth Management. As previously announced, the Company terminated its VIE arrangements with Hywin Wealth Management on June 28, 2024. Hywin Wealth Management is a company incorporated in mainland China and wholly owned and controlled by Mr. Han, and is not otherwise related to the Company. Santech Holdings Limited is not associated with this matter, nor has the Company received any official notice from any government authority as of the date of this announcement. As Mr. Han and Madame Wang are presently unable to fulfill their respective roles as Chairman of the Board and CEO/director of the Company, the Board has appointed Mr. Lawrence Wai Lok to the Board, effective immediately, whereas Ms. Chen Jie and Mr. Joel A. Gallo will continue to serve as independent non-executive directors. The Board has also appointed Mr. Lok to be the acting CEO of the Company. Mr. Lok will immediately review the Company's business operations and will lead the Company's strategic transformation going forward. Lok had over 15 years of professional experience as a senior investment banker working in the United States and Hong Kong SAR. The Board has also retained an independent US counsel to provide legal advice to the Board on US securities laws matters.

07:36 EDT Draganfly, Nightingale to develop UAS solution for oil, gas company - Draganfly along with Nightingale Security have been selected by a major oil and gas company to develop a fully automated UAS solution for infrastructure monitoring. This project marks a significant step in leveraging advanced UAS remote sensing technology to enhance operational efficiency and safety in the oil and gas sector. The integrated solution will feature the Draganfly APEX, an advanced UAV platform designed for robust performance with a variety of payloads and peripherals. Equipped with a custom sensor package, the solution will incorporate Optical Gas Imaging, Tunable Diode Laser Absorption Spectroscopy, thermal, and RGB sensors. This combination will allow real-time monitoring of critical infrastructure, enabling detection of leaks, emissions, and structural abnormalities with high precision. The first phase of this project involving sensor validation and selection has been completed, with demonstration and in-field testing to occur through the end of the year. As part of future phases of the project, the Draganfly APEX will integrate with Nightingale Security's innovative Drone in a Box flight software, leveraging Nightingale's automation developed for security applications, to deliver a fully automated advanced remote sensing system. This integration will enable the oil and gas company to monitor infrastructure in remote, hazardous, and RF-challenged environments, ensuring continuous surveillance and quick response to potential issues.

07:32 EDT Amesite releases video shareholder update - Amesite will release a video shareholder update to its website today, September 17, 2024 at 9:00 am ET. As part of the update, Amesite's CEO, Dr. Ann Marie Sastry, will review: Progress on the newly introduced B2C App: NurseMagic; NurseMagic B2C and B2B Offerings and Anticipated Revenues; Company Infrastructure and Ability to Scale Users; Financial Standing.

07:31 EDT BridgeBio announces FDA granted BTD to oral infigratinib - BridgeBio Pharma announced that the FDA has granted Breakthrough Therapy Designation, BTD, to oral infigratinib under development for children with achondroplasia. "The receipt of Breakthrough Therapy Designation, the first ever for a treatment being developed for children with achondroplasia, marks another important milestone for our skeletal dysplasia program. This recognition by the FDA further confirms the strength of our Phase 2 data, and the substantial improvement on clinically significant endpoints over available therapies. We are excited by what this means for the community, and we look forward to working closely with FDA to expedite the development of infigratinib and access for families to an oral option," said Adora Ndu, Pharm.D., J.D., Chief Regulatory Affairs Officer of BridgeBio.

07:18 EDT Contango Ore receives $19.5M cash distribution from Peak Gold JV - Contango Ore is pleased to announce that the Peak Gold JV paid a cash distribution of $19.5M. These proceeds relate to Contango's 30% of profits from the processing Manh Choh ore from Campaign #1. The Peak Gold JV is planning two further campaigns in 2024, the second currently underway, with at least one more cash distribution expected to occur before the end of the year. Contango estimates its share of gold production from the Peak Gold JV for 2024 to be between 30,000 and 40,000 ounces of gold.

07:14 EDT Red Cat's FlightWave secures $1.9M TACFI award - FlightWave Aerospace, a Red Cat company, announced it has secured a $1.9M award through the U.S. Air Force's Tactical Funding Increase, TACFI, program. Following the recent acquisition of FlightWave by Red Cat Holdings, system, now a part of Red Cat's family of low-cost, portable unmanned reconnaissance and precision lethal strike systems.

07:13 EDT Gray Media announces broadcast partnership with New Orleans Pelicans - Gray Media, in partnership with the New Orleans Pelicans, announces a transformative media rights deal to bring every non-national Pelicans NBA game to 4.1 million households through a new soon-to-be launched multi-state distribution venture called Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network anchored by Gray's New Orleans television station WVUE. The new network will broadcast free, over-the-air and be made available on a variety of pay-TV platforms through Gray's television stations in Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lake Charles, Monroe, and Alexandria, Louisiana; Gray's television stations in Biloxi, Jackson, Hattiesburg, and Meridian, Mississippi; and Gray's Mobile, Alabama television station.

07:10 EDT Senseonics receives FDA clearance for Eversense 365 CGM system - Senseonics Holdings announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has cleared the next-generation Eversense 365 CGM system for people with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes aged 18 years and older. Eversense 365 is the world's first One Year CGM system, representing a significant breakthrough in diabetes technology and management. Ascensia expects to initiate the U.S. launch of Eversense 365 U.S. in the fourth quarter of 2024, with work ongoing to transition coverage availability in order to facilitate immediate access to as many users as possible.

07:09 EDT Telix announces Cardinal Health as U.S. commercial distributor for Zircaix - Telix Pharmaceuticals has selected Cardinal Health as a commercial radiopharmaceutical distributor to supply finished unit doses of its PET1 agent, Zircaix for the imaging of kidney cancer in the United States subject to regulatory approval. In preparation for a planned commercial rollout, Telix has contracted with Cardinal Health to enable Zircaix availability across a wide range of U.S. locations. Commencement of the distribution agreement between Telix and Cardinal Health is subject to regulatory approval and includes industry-standard commercial performance and termination conditions.

07:09 EDT AES Corp. sellis 30% equity in AES Ohio to CDPQ - AES Corporation reached an agreement to sell a 30% indirect equity interest in AES Ohio to CDPQ, a global investment group, for approximately $546M, with closing expected in the first half of 2025. This agreement expands upon AES' existing partnership with CDPQ at AES Indiana and creates a similar ownership structure for the two utilities, with no change in management or operational control of AES Ohio. AES Ohio plans to invest more than $1.5B from 2024 through 2027 to improve system reliability, through extensive investment in transmission infrastructure and grid modernization improvements. AES Ohio recently reached a settlement agreement for Phase 2 of its Smart Grid program, which, if approved by the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio, will enable investment of more than $240M over a four-year period to deploy smart technology. As a result of these investments, AES Ohio anticipates compound annual rate base growth in the mid-teens through 2027. Additionally, AES Ohio sees potential for incremental investment to support growing data center demand. As part of this agreement, CDPQ is committed to funding its pro rata share of AES Ohio's near-term capital requirements to support AES Ohio's growth plans. This transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2025. With this sale, AES will have achieved over $2.7B of its $3.5B asset sale target for 2023 through 2027. This agreement is subject to customary regulatory approvals, including from the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and the Committee on Foreign Investments in the U.S.

07:07 EDT Rocket Pharmaceuticals: All patients enrolled in RP-A501 study to treat Danon - Rocket Pharmaceuticals announced that all patients have been enrolled in the global, pivotal Phase 2 clinical trial evaluating RP-A501 to treat male patients with Danon disease. After the two-patient safety run-in, followed by harmonized global site activations, the remaining 10 patients were enrolled across the United States and European Union within three months. Given the prevalence of Danon disease across regions, the Company plans to pursue regulatory filings concomitantly in the U.S. and ex-U.S. "From a clinical perspective, the important thing is that we are moving closer to the goal of having a treatment for patients with Danon disease," said Barry H. Greenberg, MD, FHFSA, Director of the Advanced Heart Failure Treatment Program and Distinguished Professor of Medicine at UC San Diego Health. "I can attest to the excitement and anticipation within the Danon patient community for this novel, one-time treatment designed to improve cardiac abnormalities associated with Danon disease and help preserve normal cardiac function by delivering functional LAMP2B genes to the heart tissue. The rapid recruitment of the Phase 2 trial signifies the positive views of the study clinicians regarding this investigational therapy."

07:06 EDT Merit Medical agrees to purchase Cook Medical's lead management portfolio - Merit Medical Systems announced it has signed a definitive asset purchase agreement to purchase Cook Medical's lead management portfolio for total cash consideration of approximately $210M. Merit expects to fund the transaction through a combination of cash on hand and borrowings under its long-term credit facility. The closing of the proposed transaction is expected to occur during the fourth quarter of 2024, subject to the receipt or waiver of certain closing conditions, including clearance under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, and other customary closing conditions. Asset acquisition projected to add approximately $40 million of revenue, on an annualized basis beginning in fiscal year 2025, with a solid growth profile serving an underpenetrated global lead management market

07:05 EDT Pixelworks' True Cut Motion technology selected by Universal Pictures - Pixelworks and Universal Pictures jointly announced an agreement to bring the TrueCut Motion technology to multiple Universal titles, starting with DreamWorks Animation's "The Wild Robot", in theaters from September 27. This and planned future Universal titles will feature Pixelworks' motion grading. TrueCut Motion is an award-winning technology that provides filmmakers with a palette of motion looks that has never been possible before. Pixelworks and TrueCut Motion are trademarks of Pixelworks.

07:05 EDT AC Immune receives second milestone payment for ACI-35.030 - AC Immune (ACIU) announced that it will receive the second ReTain-related milestone payment, CHF 24.6 million, under its agreement with Janssen Pharmaceuticals, a Johnson & Johnson company (JNJ). The milestone payment has been triggered by the rapid rate of prescreening in the potentially registrational Phase 2b ReTain trial investigating active-immunotherapy candidate ACI-35.030 to treat preclinical Alzheimer's disease. With last December's milestone payment, this brings the total milestone payments received for ACI-35.030 related to this trial to CHF 40 million.

07:04 EDT Century Aluminum resumes normal shipping operations at Jamalco - Century Aluminum announced the resumption of normal shipping operations at Jamalco's Rocky Point port following the completion of Hurricane Beryl-related repairs to the port. In Iceland, local geothermal energy companies issued partial power curtailment orders across their industrial customers, including the Company's Grundartangi smelter, for required maintenance activities. These curtailments are expected to reduce Grundartangi's production by approximately 2,500 MT in the third quarter.

07:03 EDT Cullinan Therapeutics receives approval to initiate Phase 1 trial of CLN-978 - Cullinan Therapeutics received Human Research Ethics Committee, HREC, approval in Australia to initiate its global Phase 1 clinical trial to evaluate CLN-978, its CD19xCD3 bispecific T cell engager, for the treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus, SLE. "We are pleased to receive this first approval to initiate our global study of CLN-978 in SLE in Australia," said Jeffrey Jones, MD, MBA, Chief Medical Officer, Cullinan Therapeutics. "We have been focused on rapidly executing our global clinical development strategy for autoimmune diseases, and today's approval is an important step to treat patients around the world living with SLE. Our investigational candidate, CLN-978, combines the optimal target and modality for a highly differentiated, potentially best-in-class program. We look forward to working with all our sites, investigators, and patients as we continue to expeditiously progress development of CLN-978 in Australia and beyond."

07:02 EDT Boston Scientific: FDA approves expanded indication of INGEVITY+ Pacing Leads - Boston Scientific has received U.S. FDA approval to expand the indication for current-generation INGEVITY+ Pacing Leads - thin wires placed inside the heart and connected to an implantable device - to include conduction system pacing and sensing of the left bundle branch area when connected to a single- or dual-chamber pacemaker.

07:02 EDT Vigil Neuroscience announces FDA removed partial clinical hold on VG-3927 - Vigil Neuroscience,announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, FDA, has removed the partial clinical hold on its ongoing Phase 1 clinical trial of VG-3927. The FDA's decision was based on a complete response submitted by the Company. "We are pleased with the resolution of the partial clinical hold - a decision that was supported by non-clinical and clinical data from our ongoing Phase 1 trial," said Petra Kaufmann, M.D., F.A.A.N., Chief Medical Officer at Vigil. "While the partial clinical hold did not delay clinical development of VG-3927, the option to increase the exposure limit provides us the best opportunity to explore the full pharmacology of VG-3927 as a potentially novel, next generation therapy for those living with Alzheimer's disease."

06:36 EDT Westwater Resources signs off-take agreement for Kellyton plant production - Westwater Resources announced the execution of a binding off-take agreement for the supply of its Fines material with Hiller Carbon, a supplier of pelletized materials to the steel and foundry industries. Pursuant to the terms of the Off-Take Agreement, Westwater will supply natural graphite Fines material from its Kellyton Graphite Plant located near Kellyton, Alabama to Hiller Carbon's plants located within the US. Graphite Fines are produced during the CSPG spherodizing process, one of the processing steps related to producing Westwater's battery anode natural graphite, which remains the company's main focus. Hiller Carbon will purchase, on an annual basis, 100% of Westwater's Phase I Fines production which is expected to be approximately 14,000 mt/year. Westwater has now secured off-take agreements for the sale of 100% of both its CSPG and Fines Phase I production.

06:34 EDT Site Centers provides Q3 transaction and spin-off update - Site Centers provided an update on Q3 to date transaction and financing activity along with updated projected Site Centers and Curbline Properties balance sheet information. In Q3 to date, Site Centers has sold 13 wholly owned properties for an aggregate gross price of $714.3M. Net proceeds were used, in part, to repay $159.0M of the $530.0M SITE Centers mortgage facility originally secured by 23 properties. The company has also acquired six convenience shopping centers for an aggregate gross price of $111.2M in Q3 to date including Loma Alta Station - San Diego, CA - and Nine Mile Corner - Denver, CO -. Curbline is expected to be capitalized with $600M of cash at the time of the spin-off in addition to a $400M undrawn, unsecured line of credit, a $100M unsecured, delayed draw term loan and no indebtedness. The company may capitalize Curbline with more cash with the cash balance at the time of the spin-off dependent on the sale of additional assets expected to close prior to the spin-off. The distribution of the shares of Curbline common stock is expected to be completed on October 1. Following such distribution, Curbline will be an independent, publicly traded company listed on the NYSE under the ticker symbol "CURB". Site Centers shareholders will receive two shares of Curbline common stock for every one common share of Site Centers held at the close of business on the record date of September 23.

06:33 EDT Site Centers announces Board of Directors and CFO appointments - Site Centers announced that in anticipation of the planned spin-off of Curbline Properties, Gary Boston, John Cattonar, and Cynthia Foster Curry have been appointed to the SITE Centers Board of Directors effective on the date immediately preceding the spin-off's closing, currently expected to be October 1, 2024. Following these appointments and the expected resignation of the six current independent directors who will join the Curbline Board of Directors as outlined in CURB's publicly filed Registration Statement on Form 10, the SITE Centers Board of Directors will have five members including David Lukes and Dawn Sweeney, who is expected to be named Chair of the Board. Additionally, Gerald Morgan joined SITE Centers in September and will be appointed as CFO upon the closing of the spin-off transaction, replacing Conor Fennerty who will join Curbline as its CFO. Previously, Morgan served as the CFO of Four Corners Property Trust, a public REIT focused on net lease properties in the restaurant and retail industries, from 2015 through April 2024. The SITE Centers leadership team is also expected to include General Counsel Aaron Kitlowski and Chief Accounting Officer Jeffrey Scott who joined the company in October 2017 and December 2007, respectively.

06:08 EDT Flutter agrees to acquire Snaitech S.p.A. based on enterprise value of EUR 2.3B - Flutter Entertainment announces that it has agreed to acquire Snaitech S.p.A., which it calls "one of Italy's leading omni-channel operators," from a subsidiary of Playtech plc, for cash consideration based on an enterprise value of EUR 2.3B. "The acquisition fully aligns with Flutter's strategy to invest in leadership positions in international markets. We expect the transaction to close by Q2 2025 and it is expected to be immediately accretive to earnings per share. Snai is the number three online operator in the Italian market with a 9.9% share in 20232 and 291,000 average monthly players3. Online revenue and Adjusted EBITDA have grown at a compound rate of 26% and 32% respectively, in the four fiscal years to 20233. This is supported by a strong retail presence with over 2,000 sites3 driving a number two retail share position in both betting of 19% and gaming of 14%. Snai generated 100% regulated revenue of EUR 947M (which is after the deduction of gaming duties) and Adjusted EBITDA of EUR 256m in financial year 2023, of which 50% was generated online. On completion, Flutter will assume the gold medal position in Italy with a ~30% online share when combined with its existing Italian business4, which will deliver efficiency benefits in a key market for the Group," Flutter stated.

06:03 EDT HERTHENA-Lung02 Phase 3 trial of patritumab deruxtecan meets primary endpoint - The HERTHENA-Lung02 phase 3 trial evaluating patritumab deruxtecan in patients with locally advanced or metastatic EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer who received prior EGFR tyrosine kinase inhibitor treatment met its primary endpoint of progression-free survival, demonstrating a statistically significant improvement versus platinum plus pemetrexed induction chemotherapy followed by pemetrexed maintenance chemotherapy. Overall survival data were immature at the time of the analysis and the trial will continue to further assess OS, a secondary endpoint. Patritumab deruxtecan is a specifically engineered potential first-in-class HER3 directed DXd antibody drug conjugate discovered by Daiichi Sankyo and being jointly developed by Daiichi Sankyo and Merck.

05:20 EDT Amazon announces return of Prime Big Deal Days - Amazon announced Prime Big Deal Days returns October 8-9. Starting October 8 at 12:01 a.m. PDT, Prime members can get an exclusive head start on seasonal shopping with up to 40% off winter fashion. Prime Big Deal Days is also a time to stock up on everyday essentials including batteries, home storage, and pet care from Amazon Basics that offers quality products at exceptional prices. New deals will drop as often as every five minutes during select periods throughout the event.

05:13 EDT Autoliv appoints Fabien Dumont as chief technology officer - Autoliv appointed Fabien Dumont as executive VP and chief technology officer and a member of the Autoliv executive management team. Fabien Dumont previously served as VP engineering in Autoliv China and has been with Autoliv since 1998.