Technology and Cybersecurity
Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) has launched Cognizant Neuro® Cybersecurity, an AI-powered platform to bolster enterprise cybersecurity resilience amidst complex threats in the digital landscape. Read More
SEALSQ Corp (NASDAQ: LAES) announced its suite of Quantum Resistant chips to address recently exposed vulnerabilities in RSA encryption by quantum computers. SEALSQ's innovative efforts include products like the QS7001 and QVault TPM for enhanced cybersecurity. Read More
Industrial and Energy Initiatives
Phillips 66 (PSX) has announced plans to cease operations at its Los Angeles-area refinery in the fourth quarter of 2025. The company will work with California to supply fuel markets and meet consumer demand. Approximately 600 employees and 300 contractors will be affected by this decision. Read More
Ocean Power Technologies (NYSE American: OPTT) exhibits a WAM-V USV in UAE, aiming to expand business in the offshore energy sector. Read More
Kinder Morgan (NYSE: KMI) reported a 17% increase in EPS to $0.28 for Q3 2024. The company announced expansions, including the Gulf Coast Express Pipeline and a Gulf Coast Storage Expansion project. Read More
Vision RNG (VRNG) has secured $207 million in project financing from HASI to construct two landfill gas-to-renewable natural gas (LFG-to-RNG) projects in Ohio. Read More
Calumet (NASDAQ: CLMT) announced that its subsidiary, Montana Renewables, has received a $1.44 billion conditional commitment from the Department of Energy, aiming to expand its renewable fuels facility. This move positions Montana Renewables, a producer of low-emission Sustainable Aviation Fuel, for substantial growth. Read More
Financial Services and Market Updates
Equifax (NYSE: EFX) reported strong third quarter 2024 results with revenue of $1.442 billion, up 9% year-over-year. Read More
Discover Financial Services (NYSE: DFS) reported strong Q3 2024 results with net income of $965 million or $3.69 per diluted share, up 41% and 42% year-over-year respectively. Read More
Old Second Bancorp (NASDAQ: OSBC) announced Q3 2024 net income of $23.0 million ($0.50 per diluted share). Though net interest expenses have risen, adjusted net income remains strong. Read More
MongoDB (Nasdaq: MDB) has decided to redeem all of its outstanding 0.25% convertible senior notes due 2026, reaffirming its fiscal management commitment. Read More
Healthcare and Biopharmaceutical Developments
Novavax, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVAX) announced that the U.S. FDA has placed a clinical hold on its Investigational New Drug application for COVID-19-Influenza Combination (CIC) and stand-alone influenza vaccine candidates due to a reported serious adverse event. Read More
FibroBiologics (Nasdaq: FBLG) has been granted a patent by the European Patent Office for a novel cancer treatment method using modified fibroblasts to deliver anti-cancer agents. Read More
Bright Minds Biosciences (NASDAQ: DRUG) has announced positive preclinical data for its proprietary compound BMB-201, a 5-HT2C/2A mixed agonist. Read More
Celularity Inc. (Nasdaq: CELU) expands its biomaterial product portfolio by acquiring Rebound™ from Sequence LifeScience, broadening its regenerative medicine offerings. Read More
Collaborations and Strategic Moves
SKYX Platforms Corp. (NASDAQ: SKYX) has announced a collaboration with Wayfair, a leading home décor website, to expand their product reach in the retail and professional segments with smart lighting solutions. Read More
Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) has partnered with Goldbelt Inc. to develop a new cruise port in Juneau, Alaska, showcasing Tlingit culture. Read More
Viatris Inc. (Nasdaq: VTRS) has entered an exclusive licensing agreement with Lexicon Pharmaceuticals for sotagliflozin outside the U.S. and Europe. Read More
Liberty Energy Inc. (NYSE: LBRT) reported Q3 2024 financial results and initiated a 14% increase in their quarterly dividend. Read More
Alcoa and IGNIS EQT advance towards a strategic agreement to support Alcoa San Ciprián operations, with Alcoa contributing up to €175 million while retaining a 75% stake as the managing operator. Read More
Equinox Gold Corp. (NYSE: EQX) has issued an operations update on its Greenstone Gold Mine, showcasing significant output growth and expanded production capabilities. Read More
