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Global Water Resources Declares Monthly Dividend
PHOENIX, Oct. 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Water Resources, Inc. (NASDAQ: GWRS), a pure-play water resource management company, has declared under its dividend policy a monthly cash dividend in the amount of $0.02533 per common share (an annual dividend rate of $0.30396 per share). The dividend will be payable on November 30, 2026, to holders of record at the close of business on November 16, 2026. About Global Water Resources Global Water Resources, Inc. is a leading water resource manag
Supermicro Introduces the NVIDIA Vera CPU Rack, a 256 CPU, 100% Liquid-Cooled Rack-Scale Solution, Complementing the NVIDIA Vera Rubin Platform, for Agentic AI at Scale
Delivers dedicated 256 NVIDIA Vera CPU capacity for agent sandboxes, complementing NVIDIA Vera Rubin NVL72 with common DCBBS infrastructure with third-generation NVIDIA MGX racks and battery backup units Integrates NVIDIA Vera CPUs and BlueField -4 DPUs with the NVIDIA Open Agent Safety Platform and OpenShell Reference Architecture for secure, high-density agentic AI orchestration and continuous monitoring and policy enforcement Leverages Supermicro DCBBS to deliver a complete, integrated data center solution from liquid-cooled rack architecture and power infrastructure to networking, cooling, and deployment services enabling customers to build and scale full AI factories for agentic workloads
BML Munjal University hosts ICATS 2026 to explore how AI is reshaping trade and sustainable growth
International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, Trade and Sustainability brought together 400 participants, 100+ research papers and global experts to examine responsible AI, digital trade and sustainable business NEW DELHI, Oct. 19, 2026 -- As artificial intelligence increasingly shapes how businesses operate, economies trade and organisations approach sustainability, BML Munjal University (BMU) brought together academicians, researchers, industry leaders, policymakers and practitioners at the International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, Trade and Sustainability (ICATS 2026) . Held on October 6 and 7 in a hybrid format at the University s Gurugram campus, the conference examined the intersection of AI, digital transformation, global trade and sustainable development, with around 400 participants and more than 100 research papers.
Goa AI Tech Conclave Portal receives strong registration ahead of flagship October 22-23 event at INOX Courtyard, Panaji
PANAJI, India , Oct. 16, 2026 -- In a landmark step towards transforming the state into a premier technological launchpad, the Department of Information Technology, Electronics & Communications (DITE&C), has announced the Goa AI Tech Conclave 2026. Scheduled to take place on October 22-23, 2026, at the INOX Courtyard, Panaji, the two-day conclave will unite tech leaders, startups, academia, researchers, policymakers and AI enthusiasts around the theme AI for People, Planet and Progress.
Beyond Generation: RE: DIALOGUES 2026 Puts India's Power Distribution and Infrastructure Challenges in Focus
Policy Perspectives Foundation and Orange Circle Energy convene energy sector experts to examine India s evolving electricity requirements, grid constraints and power-system planning Energy experts highlight the need to plan for rising demand alongside transmission infrastructure, regulatory stability and investment NEW DELHI , Oct. 15, 2026 -- India s electricity planning faces a growing challenge: anticipating how demand will evolve while ensuring transmission infrastructure can deliver power reliably and affordably. At RE: DIALOGUES 2026: Powering a Developed India , convened by Policy Perspectives Foundation (PPF) and Orange Circle Energy (OCE) in New Delhi on 14 October, discussions centred on the gap between future electricity requirements and the infrastructure, investment and regulatory frameworks needed to meet them.
CCTV+: Forum on Swift Response to Public Complaints opens in Chinese capital
BEIJING , Oct. 13, 2026 -- The 2026 Beijing Forum on Swift Response to Public Complaints opened on Monday, with the release of a number of research findings, reports on city hotline services, and global case studies on urban governance. Beijing s 12345 hotline is the city s unified government service platform, allowing residents to report problems, lodge complaints, and seek information on public services ranging from utilities and transportation to healthcare and housing. Since 2019, the hotline has evolved from a traditional call center into a smart governance hub powered by big data and AI. Data generated by the hotline helps identify recurring issues and informs policy decisions, turning everyday public concerns into input for improving urban services. The hotline has so far handled around 200 million requests from individuals and businesses.
Skydance Debuts on NYSE Following 'Historic' Media Merger: NYSE Content Update
NYSE issues a pre-market daily advisory direct from the trading floor. NEW YORK , Oct. 8, 2026 -- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today s NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on October 8th Skydance officially debuted this week as Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery come together. The company says its mission is to build the next-generation global media + entertainment company powered by creativity and technology. In a statement, Chairman and CEO David Ellison said this marks a historic moment for the entire industry. Skydance shares began trading on the NYSE this past Tuesday under the ticker symbol SKYD. New York Comic Con 2026, which is the 20 th anniversary of the event, kicks off today from the Javits Center in New York City. The event is organized by RX, the dedicated exhibitions division of RELX. This year s NYCC features an Aspiring Professional Program to help support aspiring industry professionals. RX CEO Hugh Jones will join NYSE Live to discuss this year s event and the demand for in-person experiences. Elevated U.S. Treasury yields and oil prices are driving early-day market activity. Both the 10-year and 30-year notes hit their highest levels since 2002 this morning. ICE Brent Crude was trading at about 105 at 8 a.m. ET after President Trump said he doesn t want to make a deal with Iran. Wednesday s Fed Minutes revealed that most policymakers expect one more rate hike this year.
30 Investors, Founders and Policymakers join DeepVerse, Startup Policy Forum's Centre for DeepTech Innovation
Startup Policy Forum (SPF) launches DeepVerse, its Centre for DeepTech Innovation, a multi-stakeholder platform to accelerate India s deeptech ecosystem The platform features an 18-member high-powered Advisory Board comprising investors, founders, global technology firms, policymakers, government, and academia Ten leading VC firms come together on the platform to promote India s deeptech ecosystem including Accel India, Lightspeed, Bessemer Venture Partners, Speciale Invest, Endiya Partners, Crane Ventures, Avaana Capital, Iron Pillar, Stride Asset Management and Beenext. The Centre will focus on ten deeptech sub-sectors, including semiconductors, advanced manufacturing, spacetech, quantum tech, defence tech, biotech & healthtech, cleantech & energy, drones & aerospace, electric vehicles, robotics. DeepVerse builds on 100DesiDeepTechs, SPF s national initiative with MeitY Startup Hub (MSH), Startup India (DPIIT) and IIT Madras, which identified a cohort of India s 100 leading deeptech startups in May 2026. DeepVerse will soon launch its extensive report to highlight policy actionables across the ten sectors
BULGOLD Engages HE Capital Markets to Provide Investor Engagement Services
TORONTO, Oct. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BULGOLD Inc. (TSXV:ZLTO) (the " Company " or " BULGOLD ") is pleased to announce that it has engaged HE Capital Markets Ltd (" HECM ") to provide investor engagement services across North America and Europe. In connection with this engagement, the Company and HECM have entered into an agreement (the " Agreement "), pursuant to which HECM will provide investor engagement services in accordance with Policy 3.4 - Investor Relations, Promotional and Market-
H2C Safety Pipe Expands Its Board with California Energy and Infrastructure Leaders Robert Hertzberg, Marty Adams, and Janice Lin
Appointments strengthen the company’s public policy, utility, infrastructure, and hydrogen market expertise as it works to make hydrogen transport safer, more reliable, and economically viable at scale Robert M. Hertzberg, Board Director, H2C Safety Pipe, Inc. Former Speaker of the California State Assembly and former Majority Leader of the California State Senate Martin L. Adams, Board Director, H2C Safety Pipe, Inc. Former General Manager and Chief Engineer of the Los Angeles Department of Wat
Global Water Resources Declares Monthly Dividend
PHOENIX, Sept. 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Water Resources, Inc. (NASDAQ: GWRS), a pure-play water resource management company, has declared under its dividend policy a monthly cash dividend in the amount of $0.02533 per common share (an annual dividend rate of $0.30396 per share). The dividend will be payable on October 30, 2026, to holders of record at the close of business on October 16, 2026. About Global Water Resources Global Water Resources, Inc. is a leading water resource manage
Brahma AI Appoints Shweta Rajpal Kohli as Senior Policy Advisor
Veteran public policy leader to advise CEO and Board on matters of AI policy and responsible AI LONDON and MUMBAI, India, Sept. 29, 2026 -- Brahma AI , the AI-native operating system for enterprise audiovisual content, today announced the appointment of Shweta Rajpal Kohli , President & CEO, Startup Policy Forum , as Senior Policy Advisor and member of the Advisory Board. In the role, she will advise the CEO and Board on AI policy and responsible AI, support the company s engagement with governments, regulators and policymakers around the world, and also serve on the company s Advisory Board.
Camus Energy Joins AI Energy Management Alliance to Accelerate Data Center Power Integration
Key Takeaways: Camus Energy has joined the newly formed AEMA alongside tech industry leaders like Google and NVIDIA to advance data center grid integration. The partnership focuses on flexible interconnection strategies and intelligent energy orchestration to align growing data center power demand with grid reliability. As an AMEA member, Camus will help shape technical standards, market definitions, and public policy for integrating large-scale data center loads into the grid. SAN FRANCISCO, Se
Africa Makes its Case for a Bigger Role on the Global Stage
GABI s Unstoppable Africa 2026 brings global leaders together on Africa s push to capture more value from its resources, accelerate investment and strengthen its influence in global trade and decision-making. NEW YORK , Sept. 21, 2026 -- Africa is pushing for a bigger role in shaping the global economy, as business leaders, heads of state, investors, policymakers, and global partners converged in New York yesterday to articulate the continent s ambition in global trade, investment, and value creation. Held alongside the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly, Unstoppable Africa 2026 put Africa s business agenda at the center of the global conversation.
UN Private Sector Forum calls for faster public-private action to deliver a clean, just and secure energy future
CEOs, Heads of State and Government and United Nations leaders identify investment, infrastructure and policy priorities needed to accelerate the global energy transition NEW YORK , Sept. 21, 2026 -- Business, Government and UN leaders today called for stronger public-private cooperation to accelerate investment in clean energy, strengthen energy security and expand access to affordable power, as the 2026 United Nations Private Sector Forum concluded at UN Headquarters in New York. Hosted by the UN Global Compact on behalf of UN Secretary-General Ant nio Guterres, the invitation-only Forum brought together more than 100 Chief Executive Officers, Heads of State and Government, United Nations leaders and other senior decision-makers for a focused discussion on what is needed to deliver a clean, just and secure energy transition at greater speed and scale.
American Savings Bank Jumps More Than 6% in Trading Debut: NYSE Content Update
NYSE issues a pre-market daily advisory direct from the trading floor. NEW YORK , Sept. 17, 2026 -- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today s NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on September 17th American Savings Bank scored a winning debut as a publicly traded company. Shares of the American Savings Bank (NYSE: ASBH) rose 6.25% on Wednesday. On NYSE Live, CEO Ann Teranishi discussed the level of responsibility the firm has to support the needs of its customers. The Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time since 2023. The central bank raised interest rates by 25 basis points, while policymakers signaled another rate hike could take place later this year. In his news conference, Fed Chair Kevin Warsh emphasized that inflation remains too high. Profound secured a 180 million Series D raise earlier this week. The round boosted Profound s valuation to 1.8 billion Co-founder + CEO James Cadwallader will join NYSE Live to explain how his platform Is uniquely built to win in the era of emerging technologies. Sequen AI recently raised 90 million in Series B funding. The company elevated its valuation to 1.44 billion. The behavioral AI and enterprise software startup is launching Recursive Ranking Intelligence (RRI), an autonomous AI researcher.
Temporal Raises $550 Million in Series E Round: NYSE Content Update
NYSE issues a pre-market daily advisory direct from the trading floor. NEW YORK , Sept. 14, 2026 -- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today s NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on September 14th Temporal boosts its valuation to 12.55 billion. The company says its annualized run rate has grown more than 200% year-over-year. Co-founder and CEO Samar Abbas will join NYSE Live to discuss how his company will deploy the fresh funding. The RTW Institute celebrates its official launch today. The think tank focuses on strengthening the systems that turn scientific discovery into accessible, life-saving medicines. Chairman Dr. Roderick Wong and CEO Dr. Kinnari Patel will join NYSE Live to share more details about the launch. The Rise Fashion Show takes place tonight at the NYSE. The event, in partnership with e.l.f. Beauty (NYSE: ELF), takes place during New York Fashion Week in support of gender-based violence survivors. Investors await Wednesday s Fed decision on interest rates. AI industry leaders called to slow down the pace of development of AI capabilities. As of 8:00 AM ET, there is growing expectation for the Fed to raise interest rates when policymakers meet this week.
Gastech 2026 Opens in Bangkok with a Clear Message: the Industry Must Deliver More Energy for a Growing World
As the largest gathering for the natural gas and LNG sector anywhere in the world this year, Gastech s return to Asia amid rapidly rising energy demand draws more than 50,000 attendees from over 150 countries : dmg events. The event hosts 20+ ministers from Asia, Europe, Africa and the Middle East, alongside CEOs from the world s leading energy companies, including Shell, Chevron, ExxonMobil, EGAT, PTT, Gulf, Petronas, TotalEnergies and INPEX. Speaking at the Gastech Inauguration, H.E. Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Thailand, said: The future will be shaped by countries that cooperate, companies that invest, innovators that turn ideas into solutions, and policymakers who are willing to build bridges across borders.
IFAT India 2026 advances technology and partnerships for India's water and waste infrastructure
More than 500 exhibitors from over 30 countries connect with 20,118 business visitors, including government agencies, urban local bodies, utilities and industry at the Mumbai edition Six international pavilions representing China, Germany, Italy, South Korea, Norway and the Netherlands Policy and industry deliberations across the Blue, Orange and Green Stages, AIILSG Forum and Speakers Corner 235+ pre-scheduled Buyer Seller meetings focused on project requirements and technology partnerships MUMBAI, India , Sept. 14, 2026 -- IFAT India 2026 concluded at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai after bringing together 20,118 business visitors and more than 500 exhibitors from over 30 countries to address India s evolving water, wastewater, waste-management and recycling requirements. Organised by Messe Muenchen India from 9 11 September, the trade fair provided a business and knowledge platform for government agencies, urban local bodies, utilities, industrial users, project developers and technology providers to evaluate solutions, discuss project requirements and build implementation-focused partnerships.
Karla Nemeth Now Leading Association of California Water Agencies
Karla Nemeth ACWA President Ernie Avila announced Karla Nemeth as the association's next executive director, effective Sept. 1. SACRAMENTO, Sept. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Former California Department of Water Resources (DWR) Director Karla Nemeth today started her new role as Executive Director of the Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA), bringing more than two decades of water policy experience to the largest statewide coalition of public water agencies in the nation. As the top
Global Water Resources Declares Monthly Dividend
PHOENIX, Aug. 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Water Resources, Inc. (NASDAQ: GWRS), a pure-play water resource management company, has declared under its dividend policy a monthly cash dividend in the amount of $0.02533 per common share (an annual dividend rate of $0.30396 per share). The dividend will be payable on September 30, 2026, to holders of record at the close of business on September 16, 2026. About Global Water Resources Global Water Resources, Inc. is a leading water resource man
Industry Leaders Call for Cooling Security to Become a National Priority as India Accelerates Towards Viksit Bharat 2047
Grundfos-led roundtable at ISHRAE CoOL Conclave 3.0 identifies district cooling as a strategic enabler of energy security, sustainable urbanization, and net-zero growth COIMBATORE, India, Aug. 25, 2026 -- As India experiences unprecedented urban growth, rising temperatures, and increasing demand for cooling, industry leaders, policymakers, urban planners, utilities, developers, academics, and sustainability experts convened at ISHRAE CoOL Conclave 3.0 in Coimbatore to discuss one critical question: how can India secure its cooling future while continuing its path towards sustainable growth and Viksit Bharat 2047?
Business Leaders from Across Asia-Pacific Convene in Sri Lanka to Accelerate Sustainable and Inclusive Growth
Forward Faster Now APAC 2026 brings together business, United Nations and sustainability leaders to advance responsible business and regional collaboration COLOMBO, Sri Lanka , Aug. 12, 2026 -- More than 200 business leaders, sustainability practitioners, policymakers and representatives from the United Nations gathered in Colombo on 11 12 August for Forward Faster Now APAC 2026: Driving Business Leadership for Sustainable and Inclusive Growth , the flagship regional event of the United Nations Global Compact in Asia-Pacific.
Frost & Sullivan Marks 20th GIL Summit in China with Landmark Shanghai Gathering
Business leaders, policymakers and innovators explore AI, industrial transformation and global growth as Frost & Sullivan celebrates its 65th anniversary SHANGHAI , Aug. 10, 2026 -- Frost & Sullivan welcomed more than 2,000 business leaders, policymakers, investors, academics and innovators to the 20th Growth, Innovation and Leadership (GIL) Summit in China, held August 4 5 at the Jing An Shangri-La in Shanghai. Coinciding with Frost & Sullivan s 65th anniversary, the summit featured more than 300 speakers and 150 keynote presentations and panel discussions. Topics included artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, semiconductors, life sciences, consumer markets and investment - highlighting the forces reshaping global competitiveness and transformational growth.
ADNOC Gas Delivers Resilient Q2 Net Income, Takes FID on Major Growth Projects
Delivers net income of 665 million driven by domestic gas demand Final Investment Decisions on Rich Gas Development project to drive 60% EBITDA growth by 2030 Successfully accelerating Habshan recovery to 85%, ahead of schedule Quarterly dividend of 940 million approved, with progressive dividend policy reaffirmed ABU DHABI, UAE , Aug. 10, 2026 -- ADNOC Gas plc and its subsidiaries (together referred to as ADNOC Gas or the Company ) (ADX: ADNOCGAS) (ISIN: AEE01195A234) today announced its results for the second quarter of 2026, delivering net income of 665 million, above the guidance range of 400-600 million, despite exceptional external disruption during the period. The Company achieved a significant milestone in executing its long-term growth strategy by taking Final Investment Decisions (FIDs) and awarding engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contracts for Phases 2 and 3 of its Rich Gas Development (RGD) Project (collectively, the Contract Awards ).
Diego Mesa Puyo selected as next GEF CEO and Chairperson
WASHINGTON , Aug. 5, 2026 -- The Global Environment Facility (GEF) Council today announced the selection of Diego Mesa Puyo as the family of funds next CEO and Chairperson. Mesa Puyo, an international leader in energy policy, economic development, and sustainability, and former Minister of Energy and Mines from Colombia, will serve an initial term of four years, aligned with the GEF-9 funding period and the last sprint towards critical 2030 environmental goals.
Milken Institute Unveils Details for 2026 Asia Summit, Calls for Smart Leadership in an AI-Driven World
Returning for its 13th edition, this year s Asia Summit puts the spotlight on artificial intelligence with public sessions and private roundtables tailored to the topic SINGAPORE , July 30, 2026 -- Amid escalating global geopolitical tensions and the rapid advancement of technology, the Milken Institute announces the return of its Milken Institute Asia Summit . The Milken Institute Asia Summit is an annual convening that gathers over 1,500 C-suite executives, business leaders, global investors, policymakers, philanthropists, and innovators to address critical issues affecting the Asia-Pacific region. The 2026 Asia Summit will take place October 7 9 at the Four Seasons Hotel Singapore.
The ITU's AI for Good Lab launches to help developing economies scale responsible AI
New global lab turns AI ambition into action through policy support, skills development and public AI infrastructure GENEVA , July 28, 2026 -- The ITU s AI for Good Lab forms part of the implementation agenda of the United Nations AI for Good Impact Initiative, helping developing and emerging economies move beyond isolated AI pilot projects and build the policy, skills and public infrastructure needed to deploy locally relevant AI solutions responsibly and at scale. Announced during the AI for Good Global Summit 2026 in Geneva, the Lab brings together three interconnected areas of support: national AI readiness and policy, skills development and public AI infrastructure.
Carbon Economics Salon Held at PHBS in Shenzhen
SHENZHEN, China , July 27, 2026 -- The climate-trade nexus has become a defining challenge for the Asia-Pacific region a topic that drew nearly 100 scholars, policymakers, and industry representatives to the Carbon Economics Salon Series in Shenzhen on June 16, just weeks ahead of the APEC Forestry Ministerial Meeting (July 27-28), where the green transition is expected to take center stage. Themed Breaking through Green Barriers: Carbon Economy Governance and the Reshaping of International Trade Rules, the salon was co-hosted by Peking University HSBC Business School ( PHBS ) and the Institute of Carbon Neutrality at Peking University ( ICN-PKU ). Discussions centered on three interconnected challenges: unilateral climate-related trade measures, uneven carbon market development, and the emerging role of AI in carbon governance topics that also foreshadowed key themes on the APEC agenda in November.
Mixx Technologies Acquires Sophic Silicon Technologies and Announces Manufacturing Collaboration with Kaynes Semicon
A landmark dual announcement signals India s emergence as a vertically integrated force in global AI semiconductor infrastructure, spanning design to deployment BENGALURU, India , July 23, 2026 -- Mixx Technologies, Inc., a US based venture-backed deep-tech company building the interconnect layer for hyperscale AI infrastructure, today announced two simultaneous strategic moves that together mark a defining moment in India s semiconductor journey. First, the acquisition of Sophic Silicon Technologies, a Bengaluru-based semiconductor IP design firm, beneficiary of India s DLI and whose analog mixed-signal design expertise is now integral to Mixx s co-packaged optics platform. Second, a manufacturing collaboration with Kaynes Semicon Private Limited, an Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) specialist and beneficiary of India s Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, to establish a test and assembly facility that will support Mixx s optical IC packaging roadmap. Taken together, the two announcements represent the first time an international deep-tech company has anchored both the design and manufacturing layers of a next-generation AI silicon platform in India, turning the country s policy ambition into commercial reality.
Business leaders call for stronger partnerships to accelerate sustainable development at 2026 SDG Business Forum
NEW YORK , July 15, 2026 -- Business leaders, policymakers, United Nations officials and representatives from civil society came together yesterday at the 2026 SDG Business Forum to highlight the critical role of responsible business in accelerating progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and delivering on the Pact for the Future. Held alongside the High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF), the SDG Business Forum was co-convened by the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA), the UN Global Compact and the International Organisation of Employers (IOE), with the UN Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) serving as co-organizer.
DXC and Wilton Re Mark 20-Year Partnership, Complete Cloud Conversion of 400,000 Policy Portfolio
Completing one of the company s largest, most complex transformations to date, DXC has migrated over 400,000 Wilton Re policies to a single, modern cloud platform. Lays the foundation for Wilton Re s future AI capabilities and operational efficiencies. Marks a 20-year partnership that has supported Wilton Re s growth from 5,000 policies in 2005 to more than 500,000 today, with DXC operating core insurance functions end to end. ASHBURN, Va. , July 9, 2026 -- DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC), a leading enterprise technology and innovation partner, today announced the successful completion of one of the largest transformation programs in the company s history with Wilton Re, a leading acquirer of life and annuity in-force blocks of business. The program converted over 400,000 policies from prior DXC technologies onto DXC s most advanced, cloud-based insurance policy administration ecosystem. This milestone was achieved through the combination of DXC s insurance Business Process Services (BPS) expertise, large-scale conversion capabilities, and operational support model with Wilton Re s unique approach to risk management and extensive experience in executing these types of large transformations.
Blockchain for Good Alliance Brings Blockchain and AI to UN Cultural Diplomacy Forum, Urging Policymakers to Treat Verifiable Infrastructure as a Foundation for Trust
DUBAI, UAE , July 8, 2026 -- Blockchain for Good Alliance (BGA) , the global non-profit initiative founded by Bybit, dedicated to leveraging blockchain for societal impact, delivered a session at the Forum on Cultural Diplomacy at the United Nations in Geneva, contributing perspectives on the role of emerging technologies in the future of international cooperation. At the UN s Palais des Nations, Glenn Tan, Director of Global Affairs at BGA, spoke on blockchain as the trust layer for the age of artificial intelligence (AI). As AI systems take on greater autonomy in the systems that shape public good, he argued, policymakers and regulators should look to blockchain to provide the verifiable identity, provenance, and accountability infrastructure those systems increasingly require, treating it not as a technical afterthought, but as a foundation for public trust.
Duck Creek Acquires Send, Creating the Industry's Only Agentic Underwriting-to-Core Platform
Acquisition unites Duck Creek s intelligent core and Agentic AI Platform with Send s AI-native orchestration engine to redefine end-to-end underwriting for commercial, specialty, and London Market insurers BOSTON , July 7, 2026 -- Duck Creek Technologies , the intelligent core of insurance, today announced it has acquired Send Technology Solutions Ltd , a leading AI-native underwriting orchestration engine serving commercial, specialty, and complex risk markets with leading insurance customers across the globe. The investment creates the industry s first and only agentic solution to unite core insurance operations and intelligent underwriting workflows across the policy lifecycle for multiple operating models.
TripGain Launches AI Spend Copilot to Help Enterprises Turn Expense Data into Real-Time Decisions
New conversational AI capability helps finance, travel, and business teams get instant answers on budgets, policy leakage, cost-center performance, vendor spend, and savings opportunities. BENGALURU, India , July 2, 2026 -- TripGain, a fast-growing AI-powered travel and expense management platform, recently launched AI Spend Copilot , a conversational intelligence layer designed to help enterprises get faster answers from their travel and expense data.
From Vision to Action: GECC Launches the Global Energy Circular Economy Coalition and Circular Battery Design Guidelines
LONDON , June 29, 2026 -- On June 22, CATL and the Ellen MacArthur Foundation announced two new initiatives together with BMW, Renault, Volvo, Google, Xiaomi and other industry leaders and stakeholders, at the Climate Innovation Forum, the flagship event of London Climate Action Week 2026, through CATL s Global Energy Circularity Commitment (GECC), developed in strategic partnership with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation. The initiatives include circular battery design guidelines to embed circularity across the full battery lifecycle, and a business coalition to accelerate the policy, investment and commercial conditions needed to make circular business models the industry norm.
Chandigarh University Hosts International Conference on 'Secure and Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence Systems' (ICSTAIS-2026)
AI Can t Replace Human Judgment in Aviation; Human Intervention is Must, says Joyce Rodriguez, Head of Digital Cybersecurity CHANDIGARH, India , June 25, 2026 -- Chandigarh University hosted International Conference on Secure and Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence Systems (ICSTAIS-2026), bringing together researchers, academicians, industry leaders, policymakers, and students to discuss emerging trends, challenges, and innovations in Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Privacy, and Digital Trust. The aim of the conference was to promote international collaborations, strengthen industry-academia partnerships, and showcase Chandigarh University s commitment to research excellence and innovation.
GSMA welcomes China Tower to advance AI-ready mobile infrastructure
World s largest tower company builds momentum behind the GSMA Tower Forum SHANGHAI , June 24, 2026 -- At MWC Shanghai , GSMA announced that China Tower has joined GSMA as a new member, bringing world s largest telecommunications tower company into GSMA s global ecosystem. Last year, China Tower completed a national upgrade across China, converting its 5.6 million base stations and 2.1 million tower sites into intelligent edge-computing hubs to meet the needs of the AI era. Tower companies are key to resilient, energy-to support next-generation connectivity. China Tower s membership builds momentum behind GSMA Tower Forum , a new initiative that convenes mobile network operators and tower companies to collaborate on energy efficiency, policy and permitting and technology evolution with a focus on practical outcomes that improve deployment, performance and resilience.
NYSE Content Update: Knicks to Celebrate First Title in 53 Years with Parade
NYSE issues a pre-market daily advisory direct from the trading floor. NEW YORK , June 18, 2026 -- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today s NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on June 18th Investors parse through the Federal Reserve s latest policy decision and remarks made by new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh: The central bank left interest rates unchanged, with the target range holding steady at 3.5-3.75%. The Fed s dot plot signaled that officials anticipate a rate hike later this year. McGraw Hill CEO Philip Moyer will join NYSE Live to dive deeper into the education company s AI strategy. The New York Knicks will make their way up the Canyon of Heroes for a ticker-tape parade celebrating the team s first NBA championship since 1973.
Senior Sustainability Leaders Gather at European Parliament to Advance Corporate Sustainability and Competitiveness
BRUSSELS , June 11, 2026 -- The UN Global Compact today convened senior sustainability leaders, policymakers and business representatives at the European Parliament for the European Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) Platform meeting, bringing together some of Europe s leading companies to explore how sustainability can strengthen competitiveness, resilience and long-term value creation. Held at a pivotal moment for Europe s sustainability agenda, the meeting provided a forum for Chief Sustainability Officers, European Union policymakers and members of the UN Global Compact community to exchange practical insights, discuss emerging regulatory developments and identify opportunities for collective action on corporate sustainability.