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IVA Warns Flat-Rate Fertilizer Aid Fails to Spur Early Farm Purchases

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IVA Warns Flat-Rate Fertilizer Aid Fails to Spur Early Farm Purchases

Frankfurt/Main – September 08, 2026 -- Germany's fertilizer industry association IVA has warned that a planned flat-rate hectare premium for EU fertilizer aid will not drive the early purchasing decisions farms need to secure supply for spring 2026.

IVA says hectare premium misses fertilizer action plan's core goal

The Industrieverband Agrar e.V. (IVA) criticized the German Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Home Affairs' plan to disburse EU fertilizer subsidies as a flat hectare payment, arguing the approach undermines the original intent of the European Fertiliser Action Plan to support farmers specifically in purchasing fertilizer. IVA Managing Director Frank Gemmer said the payout structure lacks the steering effect needed to encourage timely buying, and called instead for direct financial support tied to fertilizer purchases.

Datamaran Rebrands as AI Governance Platform for Risk, Legal Teams

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Datamaran Rebrands as AI Governance Platform for Risk, Legal Teams

New York – September 08, 2026 -- Datamaran has rebranded from an ESG issue-management tool into an AI-powered governance platform, reflecting a shift where General Counsel or Chief Risk Officers now sit in nearly one in three of the company's active deals alongside sustainability leads.

Boardroom risk priorities have moved from long-term watchlists to real-time action items

After 12 years focused on ESG issue management, Datamaran said regulatory complexity and risks tied to AI, trade policy, and supply chains now demand immediate evidence-based responses rather than periodic sustainability reporting. The company launched a new visual identity, brand positioning, and website today, built around signals, evidence, and continuous monitoring rather than sustainability-sector design language.

LiveU Joins Newsroom Coalition Building Open Story Object Model Standard

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LiveU Joins Newsroom Coalition Building Open Story Object Model Standard

Hackensack, N.J. – September 08, 2026 -- LiveU has joined the IBC Accelerator Incubator 2026's Smart Stories initiative, a consortium of more than a dozen broadcasters and technology vendors building the Story Object Model (SOM), an open standard designed to give newsroom production tools a shared, structured view of a story's editorial context.

LiveU joins consortium building Story Object Model standard for newsrooms

The Smart Stories project brings together champions including ITN, BBC, AP, Al Jazeera, Channel 4, Washington Post, ITV, Sky, EBU, NBCUniversal, Reuters, Scripps and SMPTE, alongside technology participants such as Google Cloud, AWS, Shure, Trint, Cognizant, EVS, CUEZ, Vizrt and Moments Lab. The group spans the full content chain from field acquisition through distribution.

Lyman-Morse Wins Contract to Build 59-Foot Maryland DNR Research Vessel

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Lyman-Morse Wins Contract to Build 59-Foot Maryland DNR Research Vessel

Thomaston, Maine – September 08, 2026 -- LM Workboats, a division of Lyman-Morse, has been contracted to build a 59-foot aluminum research vessel for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, targeting year-round operations on the Chesapeake Bay and near-coastal Atlantic waters.

Vessel specifications call for twin MAN diesel engines and 20-knot speed

The Subchapter T-certified craft measures 59.06 feet in length overall with a 19-foot beam, 4.92-foot maximum draft, and a full displacement of 44.0 tons. Twin MAN diesel engines are designed to deliver a minimum speed of 20 knots at 90 percent rated engine power, while a dynamic station-keeping system will hold precise position during sampling in variable tidal and current conditions.

BARTEC Launches Modular Ex de Panel, Cuts Costs Fivefold

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BARTEC Launches Modular Ex de Panel, Cuts Costs Fivefold

Bad Mergentheim, Germany – September 08, 2026 -- BARTEC has launched its Ex de Modular Energy Distribution Panel Series, a hazardous-area power distribution platform that delivers up to five times greater cost efficiency than conventional Ex d solutions while cutting engineering and installation effort.

Platform earns dual certification for Zone 1/21 and Zone 2/22 hazardous areas

Certified according to ATEX and IECEx requirements, the configurable panel series supports applications up to 690 V and 1,000 A. Enclosures are available in corrosion-resistant GRP or stainless steel, rated for ambient temperatures from -20°C to +55°C, extendable to -40°C with an optional heater.

Armata Publishes Cryo-EM Atlas of Ar-KM Phage Tied to AP-PA02

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Armata Publishes Cryo-EM Atlas of Ar-KM Phage Tied to AP-PA02

Los Angeles – September 08, 2026 -- Armata Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE American: ARMP) said a peer-reviewed paper in the Journal of Molecular Biology has mapped near-atomic resolution structures of eleven proteins in its Ar-KM bacteriophage, a Pseudomonas aeruginosa-targeting phage tied to the company's late-stage AP-PA02 program.

Researchers built atomic models of eleven structural proteins using cryo-electron microscopy

The study, titled "Insights into Genome Ejection by a Therapeutic phiKMV-like Bacteriophage," combined cryo-electron microscopy, proteomics and bioinformatics to capture three distinct states of the Ar-KM phage particle from a single purified preparation. The paper is published as J Mol Biol. 2026 Nov 1; 438(21):169993. AP-PA02, an inhaled bacteriophage candidate, has completed Phase 2 studies in cystic fibrosis and non-CF bronchiectasis patients with chronic pulmonary P. aeruginosa infection.

FutureCeuticals, Aura Scientific Settle IP Suit Over Cognitive Ingredient

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FutureCeuticals, Aura Scientific Settle IP Suit Over Cognitive Ingredient

Momence, Ill. – September 08, 2026 -- FutureCeuticals, Inc. and Aura Scientific have resolved a patent and trademark lawsuit centered on Aura's NeuroRush ingredient, with Aura agreeing to discontinue NeuroRush and transition to FutureCeuticals' CognatiQ whole coffee fruit extract.

Legal dispute ends with Aura exiting NeuroRush ingredient line

The lawsuit involved FutureCeuticals' cognitive health intellectual property tied to its whole coffee fruit extract, sold under the tradenames CognatiQ and NeuroFactor. J. Randal Wexler, FutureCeuticals' Vice President & General Counsel, said Aura's acknowledgment of the IP's validity reinforces its market strength. Wexler noted the company's IP enforcement protects continued investment in clinical research while safeguarding customer and partner interests.

FutureCeuticals Settles IP Dispute, Aura to Sell CognatiQ

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FutureCeuticals Settles IP Dispute, Aura to Sell CognatiQ

Momence, Illinois – September 08, 2026 -- FutureCeuticals, Inc. and Aura Scientific have settled a patent and trademark dispute over Aura's cognitive-health ingredient "NeuroRush," ending the product and replacing it with a new distribution partnership for FutureCeuticals' whole coffee cherry extract, sold as "CognatiQ" and "NeuroFactor."

Settlement terminates NeuroRush, validates FutureCeuticals' IP portfolio

The resolution confirms the validity of FutureCeuticals' intellectual property in the cognitive health ingredient category, according to J. Randal Wexler, the company's Vice President and General Counsel. Aura's NeuroRush ingredient will be discontinued as part of the agreement.

Potassium Fluoride Market to Hit $0.51B by 2032 on Fluorochemical Demand

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Potassium Fluoride Market to Hit $0.51B by 2032 on Fluorochemical Demand

Delray Beach – – September 08, 2026 -- The global potassium fluoride market is set to expand from USD 0.43 billion in 2026 to USD 0.51 billion by 2032, a compound annual growth rate of 2.9%, according to MarketsandMarkets. Demand is being driven by fluorination chemistry used across pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals.

Asia Pacific commands 39.4% of the market as regional fluorochemical output expands

Asia Pacific is expected to hold the largest regional share at 39.4% in 2025, with China's chemical manufacturing base and India's fluorinated pharmaceutical and agrochemical intermediate production identified as key demand drivers. Japan and South Korea are contributing higher-value consumption through advanced electronics and semiconductor applications, supported by integrated fluorine-chemical supply chains and competitive manufacturing costs.

Bitmine's Crypto Treasury Hits $15.6B, Holds 4.9% of ETH Supply

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Bitmine's Crypto Treasury Hits $15.6B, Holds 4.9% of ETH Supply

Norwalk, Conn. – September 08, 2026 -- Bitmine Immersion Technologies (NYSE: BMNR) reported total crypto, cash and moonshot holdings of $15.6 billion as of August 30, 2026, with Ethereum holdings reaching 5,901,112 ETH.

Bitmine controls 4.9% of the entire ETH supply, nearing its 5% acquisition target

The company's ETH position, valued at $2,511 per token, represents 4.9% of the 120.7 million total ETH supply outstanding. Chairman Thomas "Tom" Lee said Bitmine is now 98% of the way toward what the company calls the "5% Alchemy" goal, achieved in just 15 months since launching its Ethereum treasury strategy on June 30, 2025. The firm added 53,501 ETH in the past week alone, marking 65 consecutive weeks of purchases.

Datamaran Rebrands as AI Governance Platform, Moves Beyond ESG Roots

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Datamaran Rebrands as AI Governance Platform, Moves Beyond ESG Roots

New York – September 08, 2026 -- Datamaran has overhauled its brand identity, repositioning itself as an AI-driven corporate governance platform after more than 12 years focused primarily on ESG issue management. The company launched a new visual identity, brand positioning and website today to match a product base that now serves risk, legal and executive teams rather than sustainability departments alone.

Legal and risk officers now sit in nearly one-third of Datamaran's deals

Chief Revenue Officer Nick Geurds said legal and risk executives are now active participants in almost a third of ongoing transactions, alongside sustainability leads. He said these buyers require a data-driven governance process rather than a sustainability dashboard, and the rebrand allows the sales team to pitch a message aligned with that audience.

United Imaging Wins CE Mark for Dual Wide-Coverage CT Platform

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United Imaging Wins CE Mark for Dual Wide-Coverage CT Platform

Rotterdam – September 08, 2026 -- United Imaging has secured CE Mark certification for the uCT SiriuX and uCT SiriuX Ultrix, clearing what the company calls the world's first dual wide-coverage computed tomography family for commercial sale across Europe.

CE Mark Clears Twin-Ring Gantry System for European Sale

The certification covers a platform built on a Twin-Ring Gantry architecture, integrating dual-wide 16 cm Ultrix detectors with two liquid-metal-bearing X-ray tubes. The approval allows United Imaging to bring the systems into clinical use throughout the European market.

HiKOKI Launches Cordless Nailers Matching Pneumatic Tool Speed

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HiKOKI Launches Cordless Nailers Matching Pneumatic Tool Speed

Stuttgart – September 08, 2026 -- HiKOKI, a member of the KOKI Group, unveiled a new generation of cordless framing nailers for the European market that fire up to 5.0 nails per second while eliminating hoses, compressors and gas cartridges entirely.

New nailers match pneumatic output without external air supply

The lineup's core NR1890DCB framing nailer delivers up to 4.5 nails per second, rising to 5.0 nails per second when paired with a cordless MultiVolt battery. Trigger response time is 43 milliseconds -- the fastest among non-pneumatic nailers and roughly half the response time of the closest cordless competitor, according to HiKOKI. Most cordless and gas-powered nailers currently manage only two to three nails per second.

Study: Catholic College Grads Show Higher AI Adoption, Preparedness

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Study: Catholic College Grads Show Higher AI Adoption, Preparedness

San Antonio – September 08, 2026 -- Graduates of Catholic colleges and universities use artificial intelligence daily at a rate of 44%, eight percentage points higher than the 36% reported by graduates of secular institutions, according to the third Holistic Impact Report (HIR 3.0) commissioned by the Center for Catholic Studies at St. Mary's University in partnership with YouGov.

BRP Names Minh Thanh Tran CFO as Sébastien Martel Retires

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BRP Names Minh Thanh Tran CFO as Sébastien Martel Retires

Valcourt, QC – September 08, 2026 -- BRP Inc. (TSX: DOO) (NASDAQ: DOO) will install Minh Thanh Tran as Chief Financial Officer effective October 1, 2026, succeeding Sébastien Martel, who is retiring after more than 20 years with the powersports manufacturer.

Martel exits after 12 years steering BRP's finances

Martel, who has served as CFO for 12 years, led the company's initial public offering on the Toronto Stock Exchange in 2013 -- named IPO of the Year -- and its subsequent NASDAQ listing in 2018. He will shift to a role as Executive Advisor to the CEO starting October 1, 2026, supporting a transition period before his full retirement in April 2027.

Superluminal Medicines Closes $60M Series B for Obesity Drug

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Superluminal Medicines Closes $60M Series B for Obesity Drug

Boston – September 08, 2026 -- Superluminal Medicines has closed an oversubscribed $60 million Series B financing led by BVF Partners, L.P., to fund a Phase 1 clinical trial for rare genetic forms of obesity expected to begin by the end of 2026.

New investors Deep Track Capital and Perceptive Advisors join the round

The financing includes participation from new investors Deep Track Capital and Perceptive Advisors, alongside existing backers RA Capital Management, Insight Partners, NVIDIA, Catalio Capital Management, Eli Lilly and Company, Cooley, and Gaingels.

BRP Revenue Jumps 18.5% as Tariffs Drive Net Loss, Raises FY27 Guidance

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BRP Revenue Jumps 18.5% as Tariffs Drive Net Loss, Raises FY27 Guidance

Valcourt, QC – September 08, 2026 -- BRP Inc. (TSX: DOO; NASDAQ: DOO) reported second-quarter revenue of $2,236.8 million, up 18.5% from $1,888.2 million a year earlier, even as the company swung to a net loss of $136.8 million after tariff costs and a supplier restructuring charge hit margins.

BRP raises full-year EPS guidance to $4.00-$4.50 despite margin pressure

The company increased its Fiscal 2027 outlook, now projecting Normalized diluted earnings per share of $4.00 to $4.50, citing strong ORV performance, additional market share gains and reduced net tariff costs. North American Powersports retail sales rose 1% year-over-year, driven by positive SSV industry trends and ORV share gains, partially offset by weaker Seasonal Products sales.

Cango Regains NYSE Compliance After 10-for-1 Share Consolidation

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Cango Regains NYSE Compliance After 10-for-1 Share Consolidation

Dallas – September 08, 2026 -- Cango Inc. (NYSE: CANG) has regained compliance with the New York Stock Exchange's minimum share price requirement, the company said, closing a listing-standards issue that began in March.

NYSE confirms Cango cleared the $1.00 threshold as of August 31, 2026

In a letter dated September 1, 2026, the NYSE notified Cango that its average closing share price over the 30 trading days ended August 31, 2026 exceeded the exchange's US$1.00 minimum under Section 802.01C of the NYSE Listed Company Manual. The exchange confirmed the matter is now closed.

Company had received a deficiency notice on March 10, 2026

The NYSE had flagged Cango after its Class A ordinary shares' 30-trading-day average closing price fell below $1.00, triggering a formal compliance notification.

Prudential Advisors Recruits $106M Advisor Zachary Karason

Newark, N.J. – September 08, 2026 -- Prudential Advisors has added Zachary Karason, a Cleveland-based financial advisor who managed more than $106 million in total client assets at U.S. Bancorp Advisors, to its Mid America Financial Group.

Karason brings a $106 million book of business to Prudential's Ohio operation

Karason joins Prudential Advisors' Mid America Financial Group, headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, after more than 12 years in the financial services industry. He began his career at Merrill Lynch, rising to assistant vice president, before moving to U.S. Bancorp Advisors as a wealth management advisor. He holds a bachelor's degree from Northwood University.

Silicon Line Unveils MSDL 20G Chipset for Long-Reach MIPI Video Links

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Silicon Line Unveils MSDL 20G Chipset for Long-Reach MIPI Video Links

Munich – September 08, 2026 -- EverProX Technologies Munich GmbH, under its Silicon Line brand, has launched the MSDL 20G chipset, extending MIPI D-PHY camera connectivity to tens of meters while consuming less than 100 mW per 10 Gbps link.

Chipset pairs SL8582x serializer with SL8581x de-serializer for dual 10 Gbps streams

The MSDL 20G, first product in the new MSDL family, aggregates up to two simultaneous MIPI D-PHY camera streams at up to 10 Gbps each over serialized optical or copper links. Integrated VCSEL drivers and TIA support optical reach of tens of meters, while differential copper links extend up to 2 meters.