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QCi Unveils Integrated Quantum Encryption-Authentication Platform at ECOC

Hoboken, N.J. – September 20, 2026 -- Quantum Computing Inc. (Nasdaq: QUBT) will demonstrate, for the first time, a platform combining quantum key distribution (QKD) with hardware-based Quantum Identity Authentication (QIA) on a single system at ECOC Exhibition 2026, running September 21-23 at FYCMA in Málaga, Spain.

QCi merges encryption and authentication into one telecom-compatible architecture

At Booth #1436, the company will showcase high-dimensional QKD, direct entanglement verification, QIA and integrated key management combined in a single platform. Traditional QKD systems have faced barriers including scalability limits, operational complexity, high infrastructure costs and reliance on classical authentication methods, confining much of the technology to research settings rather than commercial deployment.

Frost & Sullivan Names Lenovo 2026 AI Sports Tech Innovation Leader

San Antonio – September 20, 2026 -- Frost & Sullivan has named Lenovo a 2026 Global Technology Innovation Leader in AI-powered sports event technology, citing the company's role as FIFA's unified technology partner for the FIFA World Cup 2026TM.

Frost & Sullivan cites FIFA AI Pro's reach across all 48 World Cup teams

The analytics platform, co-developed by Lenovo and FIFA, gave all 48 teams competing at the tournament the ability to query petabytes of competition data in plain language and receive insights within seconds. Alaa Saayed, VP of Digital Content Services at Frost & Sullivan, said the tool changes the competitive logic of the sport by democratizing access to advanced data analysis.

Industrial Buyers Warned: Cost-First Worktable Purchases Risk Safety, Downtime

Huntsville, Ala. – September 20, 2026 -- Industrial buyers who prioritize price over function when purchasing worktables face higher long-term costs from structural failure, workplace injuries, and premature replacement, according to Jim Johnson, owner of Worktables.com, in a new HelloNation feature.

Overloaded tables develop structural wear when buyers skip load-capacity checks

Johnson identifies unchecked load capacity as a primary failure point, noting that assumptions about table strength often lead to consistent overloading and eventual instability. He recommends buyers calculate actual equipment weight and task demands before finalizing purchases rather than relying on generic specifications.

China Inbound Medical Tourism Jumps 73.6% as Jiahui Cites WTO Forum

Geneva – September 20, 2026 -- China's leading hospitals serving international patients recorded 1.28 million international patient visits in 2025, up 73.6% from three years earlier, Dr. John K. Hsiang, Chairman of Jiahui Health's Executive Committee, said at the WTO Public Forum 2026.

Inbound patient volumes surge past 1.28 million visits in 2025

Of the 1.28 million total visits, 413,000 were made by patients who travelled to China specifically for medical care, according to data cited by Dr. Hsiang. At Jiahui Health, overseas patient inquiries nearly doubled year on year in the first half of 2026. Dr. Hsiang was the sole Chinese healthcare representative invited to the forum's "Health Without Borders" session on medical tourism in services trade.

Andelyn Begins Commercial Manufacturing of FDA-Approved Gene Therapy FAYUVI

Columbus, Ohio – September 20, 2026 -- Andelyn Biosciences has begun commercial manufacturing of FAYUVI (rebisufligene etisparvovec-hopf) at its Columbus facility, marking the first FDA-approved gene therapy produced using the company's AAV Curator Platform process. The therapy, developed by Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc., recently received U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval for treating Sanfilippo syndrome type A, also known as mucopolysaccharidosis type IIIA (MPS IIIA).

FDA clears gene therapy for a rare, fatal childhood disease

MPS IIIA is a rare lysosomal storage disorder that drives rapid neurodegeneration starting in early childhood, primarily affecting the central nervous system. The disease impacts an estimated 3,000 to 5,000 patients worldwide, with a median life expectancy of 15 years.

SOCO Launches ODORSORB-101 to Chemically Capture Industrial Odors

Qingdao – September 19, 2026 -- Qingdao SOCO New Material Co., Ltd. has launched ODORSORB-101, a plant-based liquid formulated to chemically capture nitrogen- and sulfur-based odor compounds at industrial and municipal sites rather than mask them.

Product targets ammonia, sulfide and amine compounds at the source

ODORSORB-101 is engineered to capture and lock odor-causing molecules including ammonia, methylamine, trimethylamine, hydrogen sulfide, mercaptans and sulfides, reducing their volatility and limiting re-release into surrounding air. These compounds are commonly generated at wastewater plants, sludge and leachate ponds, manure storage and organic waste sites.

Madison Energy Launches $2B Push for 1 GW Distributed Power by 2028

New York – September 19, 2026 -- Madison Energy Infrastructure has launched a Community Infrastructure initiative to mobilize up to $2 billion in capital, targeting an additional 1 gigawatt of distributed energy capacity by 2028 as AI-driven power demand strains the U.S. grid.

Madison plans to double its energy footprint within two years

The company's operating portfolio is expected to surpass 1 GW later this fall, and the new initiative aims to add another gigawatt by 2028, effectively doubling Madison's infrastructure footprint. The buildout will draw on Madison's utility relationships, national project pipeline, and its network of regional developers through AccelDev.

Chicken Salad Chick Opens Third Sarasota-Area Unit, Adds Dick Vitale

Sarasota – September 19, 2026 -- Chicken Salad Chick will open its third Southwest Florida restaurant on September 29 at 6650 Fruitville Road in the Fruitville Farms shopping center, marking the brand's first location in Sarasota County.

First 100 guests in line win free chicken salad for a year

The chain's grand-opening giveaway offers the first guest in line at 10:30 a.m. one free large Quick Chick portion weekly for a year, while guests two through 100 receive the same portion monthly for a year. Additional daily promotions through October 3 include free Tervis Tumblers, grocery totes and Chick Coolers for the first 50 guests each day who purchase a two-side meal or equivalent.

Cerity Partners to Acquire Iowa's Gilbert & Cook, Adding $2B in AUM

Chicago and Des Moines – September 19, 2026 -- Cerity Partners will merge with Gilbert & Cook effective at the end of September 2026, adding approximately $2 billion in assets under management and marking the firm's first entry into the Iowa market.

Gilbert & Cook brings $2 billion in AUM and 30 years of client relationships to the deal

Founded in 1993 and based in West Des Moines, Iowa, Gilbert & Cook has built a national reputation advising individuals, families and business owners on integrated financial planning and investment management. Following the merger, the firm will operate under the Cerity Partners name, giving its clients access to an expanded suite of services including business owner advisory, multigenerational estate planning, private family office services, divorce financial planning and private markets investing.

DXC Technology Names Jonathan Nikols President of Americas Market

Ashburn, Va. – September 19, 2026 -- DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) has appointed Jonathan Nikols as President of the Americas Market, putting him in charge of sales across North America, Central America and South America.

Nikols reports directly to DXC Technology President Paul Taylor

The move places one of DXC's largest regions under a sales leader with more than 25 years of experience running technology commercial organizations. Taylor said the appointment aims to sharpen sales execution, improve customer coverage, accelerate AI-driven growth and add commercial discipline across the Americas territory.

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