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Friends of Science Society calls for Canada to reverse net-zero policies

The Calgary-based Friends of Science Society has formally challenged Canada's Sustainable Finance Taxonomy report, urging the government to abandon net-zero mandates in favor of a strategy they call "REcarbonize Canada." The group argues that current climate science pillars supporting these financial regulations are outdated and economically damaging.

Potomac Bank Taps Carolyn K. Johnson for Digital Strategy Leadership

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Potomac Bank Taps Carolyn K. Johnson for Digital Strategy Leadership

Carolyn K. Johnson has stepped into the role of Senior Vice President and Director of Digital and Payment Strategy at Potomac Bank, tasked with refining the institution’s approach to customer-facing financial technology. The appointment marks a strategic push to modernize payment systems and digital banking security across the bank’s service footprint.

Money Talk·Aug 13
Ultra Maritime Tests Autonomous Sonar Network for Undersea Defense

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Ultra Maritime Tests Autonomous Sonar Network for Undersea Defense

During the U.S. Navy’s 2026 Lanternfish exercise, Ultra Maritime successfully integrated active and passive sonar systems to track unmanned underwater vehicles. The demonstration in Braintree, Massachusetts, marked a shift toward persistent, autonomous surveillance architectures capable of securing critical maritime infrastructure and contested waterways from emerging undersea threats.

Ward & Berry Rebrands to Ward & Bradel to Mark Institutional Maturity

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Ward & Berry Rebrands to Ward & Bradel to Mark Institutional Maturity

Washington-based boutique law firm Ward & Berry has officially rebranded as Ward & Bradel, a shift intended to highlight the firm’s established ownership structure and its decade-long specialization in federal procurement law. The change, effective immediately, formalizes the leadership role Ryan Bradel has held within the practice since 2021.

BODYBAR Pilates Hits 100-Studio Milestone in Fort Worth

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BODYBAR Pilates Hits 100-Studio Milestone in Fort Worth

Returning to the Texas market where its journey began, reformer-based fitness chain BODYBAR Pilates is preparing to open its 100th location. The new 2,300-square-foot studio in the Presidio area of North Fort Worth represents a major expansion for a brand that has grown from three local sites to a national footprint.

Westfield Specialty Hits $1.18 Billion GWP in First Half of 2026

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Westfield Specialty Hits $1.18 Billion GWP in First Half of 2026

A 25% surge in gross written premiums propelled Westfield Specialty to $1.18 billion in the first half of 2026, underscored by a 94.3% combined ratio. The firm’s U.S. and international divisions both posted double-digit growth, signaling a robust expansion despite intensifying pressure across the broader global insurance market.

Acely Partners with ACT to Lower Costs for College Entrance Prep

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Acely Partners with ACT to Lower Costs for College Entrance Prep

For families priced out of private tutoring, a new partnership between edtech startup Acely and ACT aims to democratize test prep. By integrating official exam content into Acely’s adaptive, subscription-based platform, the companies are offering students a lower-cost alternative to traditional coaching while targeting a broader demographic of college-bound test takers.

Money Talk·Aug 13
Why Proactive Tax Planning Beats Seasonal Firefighting

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Why Proactive Tax Planning Beats Seasonal Firefighting

For many business owners, tax season is a period of frantic gathering and reactive stress. However, Midland-based experts Jake Flader and Jonathan Williams argue that tax strategy should function as a continuous management tool, integrated into daily operations to ensure long-term stability rather than just annual compliance.

Money Talk·Aug 13
City National Bank Bolsters Private Wealth Leadership with Two New Hires

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City National Bank Bolsters Private Wealth Leadership with Two New Hires

City National Bank is expanding its Private Bank and Wealth Management division, appointing Darcy Roennfeldt to lead Trust & Estate Services and naming Shannon Patterson Saltos as regional managing director for the Eastern Region, a move designed to accelerate the firm's growth and refine its offerings for high-net-worth clients.

Money Talk·Aug 13
Opportunity Zone Home Price Growth Lags Behind National Market

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Opportunity Zone Home Price Growth Lags Behind National Market

Median home prices in designated Opportunity Zone census tracts are rising more slowly than in the rest of the country. According to a new report from ATTOM, fewer than half of these zones saw year-over-year price growth in the second quarter of 2026, trailing the performance of non-designated neighborhoods.

Money Talk·Aug 13
Investors Target Replimune Group in Securities Class Action

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Investors Target Replimune Group in Securities Class Action

A federal class action lawsuit now challenges Replimune Group, Inc., alleging the biotechnology firm misled shareholders regarding key clinical data and regulatory communications. The complaint centers on a six-month window of trading activity that ended in April, during which the company allegedly suppressed critical feedback from federal drug regulators.

BorgWarner Secures Fifth Consecutive Best-In-State Employer Ranking

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BorgWarner Secures Fifth Consecutive Best-In-State Employer Ranking

For the fifth year in a row, Auburn Hills-based BorgWarner has earned a spot on the Forbes list of America’s Best-In-State Employers. The 2026 ranking, compiled in partnership with Statista, highlights the company's sustained performance in internal and public workplace evaluations across its U.S. operations.

A Yorba Linda Inventor Seeks to Humanize Memorial Keepsakes

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A Yorba Linda Inventor Seeks to Humanize Memorial Keepsakes

Seeking an alternative to the cold, sterile nature of traditional urns, an inventor from Yorba Linda, California, has designed the REMEMBER ME pillow. The product aims to provide tactile comfort to the bereaved by creating a dedicated, accessible space to house cremated remains, personal scents, or photographs of departed loved ones.

Money Talk·Aug 13
Seedance 2.5 Debuts on AI Inspo With 30-Second Video Capabilities

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Seedance 2.5 Debuts on AI Inspo With 30-Second Video Capabilities

Creators can now generate 30-second AI videos with integrated native audio through the Seedance 2.5 model, which launched on the AI Inspo platform on August 7. The update doubles previous duration limits while introducing multimodal input support to streamline production workflows for marketers and short-form video producers.

JOVS Debuts 6D Laser and EMS Mask for At-Home Anti-Aging

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JOVS Debuts 6D Laser and EMS Mask for At-Home Anti-Aging

As the beauty tech sector pivots away from conventional LED devices, JOVS is marking its eighth anniversary by launching the 6D Laser and EMS Anti-Aging Therapy Mask. The new hardware aims to bridge the gap between clinical-grade laser treatments and the convenience of daily, at-home skincare routines.

Thermogenics Acquires Halmar Boiler Parts to Boost North American Supply

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Thermogenics Acquires Halmar Boiler Parts to Boost North American Supply

Seventy-five years after its founding, the Kentucky-based Halmar Boiler Parts is joining the Thermogenics network. The acquisition of the Louisville manufacturer, announced Tuesday, allows the Aurora-based boiler solutions provider to integrate an extensive aftermarket inventory and same-day shipping capabilities into its existing North American operations.

BioCytics and LIDE Biotech Forge Alliance for Immuno-Oncology Research

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BioCytics and LIDE Biotech Forge Alliance for Immuno-Oncology Research

Huntersville-based BioCytics and Shanghai’s LIDE Biotech have launched a strategic partnership to develop advanced screening platforms for cancer cell therapies. By merging BioCytics’ cell manufacturing with LIDE’s patient-derived xenograft technologies, the companies aim to accelerate the development of personalized immuno-oncology treatments for patients facing solid tumor diagnoses.

Money Talk·Aug 13
Texas Personal Injury Claims: Why Two Years Isn't Always the Limit

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Texas Personal Injury Claims: Why Two Years Isn't Always the Limit

For victims of accidents in Frisco, the clock starts ticking the moment an injury occurs, but legal deadlines in Texas are rarely as simple as a two-year calendar window. Attorney George Boll warns that missing these filing requirements can permanently extinguish the right to recover damages, regardless of injury severity.

Axiad Conductor Secures FedRAMP Authorization for Federal PKI

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Axiad Conductor Secures FedRAMP Authorization for Federal PKI

Federal agencies facing mandates to modernize aging Public Key Infrastructure now have a cloud-first alternative. Axiad has secured FedRAMP Moderate authorization for its Conductor platform on Amazon Web Services, offering a streamlined path to deploy phishing-resistant authentication and credential management without the burden of maintaining on-premises hardware.

PJM Energy Markets Competitive, but Capacity Costs Surge

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PJM Energy Markets Competitive, but Capacity Costs Surge

While PJM Interconnection’s wholesale energy market remained competitive through the first half of 2026, the grid operator’s capacity auctions failed to meet competitive standards. Monitoring Analytics, the independent monitor, warned that aggressive demand forecasts for data centers are driving significant, avoidable costs onto other electricity consumers.

Carolina Complete Health Funds AMEXCAN Summer Initiative for Youth

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Carolina Complete Health Funds AMEXCAN Summer Initiative for Youth

Twenty-four children from coastal North Carolina spent their summer building leadership skills and exploring cultural heritage through the AMEXCAN Summer Camp. The program, which focuses on personal growth and community connection, received vital financial backing from Carolina Complete Health to cover essential costs including meals and supplies.

Money Talk·Aug 13
Why Carpenter Ants Are Invading Southern Oregon Homes

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Why Carpenter Ants Are Invading Southern Oregon Homes

Persistent moisture levels and dense wooded terrain make Southern Oregon a prime target for carpenter ant infestations. Pat Devish, an expert from A-One Exterminators, identifies how these insects exploit structural vulnerabilities in local homes, turning damp siding and aging decks into expansive, wood-destroying nesting colonies.

Money Talk·Aug 13
Bitazza Prepares for SEC Travel Rule as Thailand Tightens Crypto Oversight

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Bitazza Prepares for SEC Travel Rule as Thailand Tightens Crypto Oversight

Thailand is moving to align its digital asset market with global standards as the Securities and Exchange Commission prepares for the imminent enforcement of the Travel Rule, a mandate designed to curb illicit financial flows through mandatory data exchange between virtual asset service providers operating within the country.

Money Talk·Aug 13
Heffernan Life Division Joins Lion Street Network for Advanced Planning

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Heffernan Life Division Joins Lion Street Network for Advanced Planning

Heffernan Insurance Brokers has integrated its Life Division with Lion Street, a specialized network focused on high-net-worth life insurance planning. Effective August 1, 2026, the move grants the Walnut Creek-based brokerage access to sophisticated wealth transfer and business succession tools tailored for affluent families and closely held businesses.

Money Talk·Aug 13
Blue Moon Metals Rebuts Short-Seller Claims Over Nussir Project

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Blue Moon Metals Rebuts Short-Seller Claims Over Nussir Project

Blue Moon Metals has issued a formal rebuttal to a recent report by Viceroy Research Group, dismissing the short-seller’s claims as a profit-driven campaign. The company maintains that its Nussir copper-silver-gold project in Norway remains fully permitted and on track for production by 2027 despite external legal speculation.

Appier Posts Record Second Quarter as Agentic AI Drives Profitability

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Appier Posts Record Second Quarter as Agentic AI Drives Profitability

With revenue surging 24.6% year-over-year to a record JPY 12.9 billion, Appier Group Inc. has outpaced its own financial guidance for the second quarter of fiscal year 2026. The Singapore-based AI firm saw its margins expand as internal adoption of agentic technology streamlined development cycles and boosted overall productivity.

Money Talk·Aug 13
Carolina Complete Health Funds Youth Leadership Camp for Coastal Children

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Carolina Complete Health Funds Youth Leadership Camp for Coastal Children

Twenty-four children from coastal North Carolina gained access to leadership training and cultural workshops this summer, thanks to a sponsorship from Carolina Complete Health. The funding covered essential program costs, including meals and supplies, allowing participants to engage in developmental activities designed to build confidence and local community ties.

Money Talk·Aug 13
Appier Posts Record Growth as Agentic AI Drives Profit Margins

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Appier Posts Record Growth as Agentic AI Drives Profit Margins

Appier Group Inc. surged in the second quarter of fiscal year 2026, reporting record revenue of JPY 12.9 billion—a 24.6% year-over-year increase. The Tokyo-listed enterprise AI firm outperformed its own guidance, fueled by robust organic growth and the first-ever gross margin milestone of 60.1%.

Florida Inventor Designs Early Warning System for Residential Flooding

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Florida Inventor Designs Early Warning System for Residential Flooding

“I wanted to create a new warning system to detect high water levels outside of a residential home,” said the Port Charlotte inventor behind the Residential High Water Alarm System. By providing early notice of rising floodwaters, the device aims to give families sufficient time to evacuate before conditions become life-threatening.

Money Talk·Aug 13