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SEALSQ Corp announces its strategic focus on pioneering post-quantum semiconductor technology to secure emerging orbital AI infrastructures and space-based data centers. The company aims to become a primary provider of trusted hardware identity and quantum-resistant encryption critical for autonomous cloud services and AI processing in space, addre…
Axon Enterprise shares were down 0.17% in pre-market trading as the market absorbed a high-profile investor presentation and a recent earnings beat. A bullish case for Axon centered on artificial intelligence was advanced at the Sohn Investment Conference, following a May 6 quarterly report that beat revenue and EPS expectations and lifted full-yea…
PMGC Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:ELAB) announced the purchase of A&B Aerospace, a California-based precision machining firm, prompting a 9.5% jump in premarket trading. The all-cash transaction for 100% of A&B's shares totals $4.5 million in base consideration, with customary post-closing adjustments. A&B recorded roughly $5.0 million in revenue and about…
A review of Tuesday’s material insider filings for U.S. equities shows a mix of concentrated buying by company officers and directors and substantial dispositions by several senior executives and affiliated investment entities. Notable purchases include substantial outlays by Installed Building Products' CFO and other insiders at Portillo's, Bob's …
Retail sales volumes in Brazil rose 0.5% in March from February, marking a record high and the third consecutive monthly increase, with five of eight retail sectors posting gains. Annual sales climbed 4.0%, well above Reuters poll expectations, even as economists warn that high interest rates and tight credit are restraining large discretionary pur…
Amazon has launched Alexa for Shopping, a personalized shopping assistant that merges the company's Rufus product-knowledge system with Alexa+ personalization. Rolling out to U.S. customers this week, the assistant integrates with the Amazon Shopping app, the website and Echo Show devices to provide guided search, price history, scheduled purchases…
Femasys Inc. announced CE Mark approval for its FemHSG™ Catheter, expanding its fertility care portfolio in Europe. The catheter supports efficient in-office fertility diagnostics when used with the FemVue device. This approval strengthens Femasys' position in the women’s health sector by offering innovative, cost-effective fertility solutions, com…
ZJK Industrial Co., Ltd., a precision parts manufacturer listed on NASDAQ, announced the launch of its next-generation cold forging dies for chamfered screws, aimed at improving production efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing precision control for AI infrastructure, industrial robotics, and other high-end manufacturing sectors. The new dies en…
Wearable Devices Ltd. announced Mudra Pro, a next-generation neural sensing wearable platform integrating EMG, PPG, and IMU sensors to enhance AI, extended reality (XR), and human-machine interactions. The device features a thinner ergonomic design, low-latency BLE communication, and supports rapid prototyping and development via the Mudra Studio p…
Chemed Corporation announced it will present at the RBC Capital Markets Global Healthcare Conference on May 20, 2026. The presentation will be webcast live and available for replay. Chemed operates two subsidiaries: VITAS Healthcare, a leader in hospice care, and Roto-Rooter, a provider of plumbing services.
Biofrontera Inc., a U.S.-based biopharmaceutical company specializing in photodynamic therapy for dermatological conditions, announced the return of its social media-driven 'Hats On Campaign' (May 18–24, 2026) to raise awareness of actinic keratosis (AK), a common skin condition caused by sun exposure that can progress to skin cancer if untreated. …
Sprout Social announced the release of its AI-powered social intelligence platform featuring an expanded proprietary AI engine, Trellis. The platform integrates Trellis across its ecosystem to convert social media data into real-time actionable insights, aiding product development, customer care, and overall business strategy. The new Trellis Studi…
Janet Drysdale, Executive VP and Chief Commercial Officer of CN, is scheduled to speak at the 19th Annual Wolfe Research Global Transportation & Industrials Conference on May 21, 2026. The presentation will be webcast live and available for replay, highlighting CN's role in North American rail transportation.
IBEX Limited, a leader in outsourced business services and AI-driven customer experience solutions, announced that its Board of Directors has authorized a $20 million share repurchase program to be executed over the next 12 months. The program aims to deploy capital efficiently while maintaining an aggressive investment strategy in business growth.…
The Oncology Institute, Inc., a leading value-based oncology group in the U.S., announced participation of its CEO and CFO at the upcoming B. Riley Securities Institutional Investor Conference. They will present and hold a fireside chat to discuss the company's operations and growth strategies, accessible via webcast.
Daiwa Capital Markets cut Advanced Micro Devices' rating to Outperform from Buy even as it doubled its price target to $500, following a robust first-quarter beat. The firm upgraded revenue and EPS forecasts for 2026 and 2027, but says the stock's sharp 60-day rise warrants a more cautious near-term view driven by valuation concerns.
UnitedHealth Group shares eased in pre-market trade, relinquishing a portion of the prior session's 52-week peak amid what market participants characterized as profit-taking. The pullback follows a strong first-quarter report and an upward revision to full-year 2026 adjusted EPS guidance, while a new pharmacy care pricing approach from Optum Rx int…
Red Cat Holdings Inc said it will conduct a public offering of 23,936,171 shares at $9.40 per share, a move that sent the company's stock down 14.4% in premarket trading. The offering, which may close on or about May 14, 2026, is expected to generate roughly $225.0 million in gross proceeds before underwriting discounts, commissions and other expen…
Compass Pathways rose in pre-market trade after reporting first-quarter 2026 results that outperformed analyst estimates, driven by a narrower adjusted loss per share, a sizable non-cash warrant fair value gain and an expanded cash balance. The company also confirmed progress on regulatory filings for COMP360 in treatment-resistant depression, incl…
Digital Turbine Inc. shares advanced more than 7% in pre-market trading following a deal with Databricks to embed AI capabilities into the company’s mobile technology stack. The collaboration will fold Databricks Genie Spaces and Databricks Apps into Digital Turbine’s infrastructure, which serves over one billion devices and 80,000 applications, an…
Shift4 Payments Inc. stock climbed 3.6% in premarket trading after CEO Jared Isaacman disclosed two sizeable purchases on May 11 and May 12. The transactions increased his directly held stake and, together with indirect holdings, underscore his substantial ownership position in the company. The purchases totaled roughly $15.9 million.
Blink Charging reported significant progress in expanding its DC fast charging network, with 136 new fast charging stalls approved or under construction as of March 31, 2026. The company continues to focus on its DC fast charging owner-operator business model, highlighted by high-powered new installations across several states. With a debt-free bal…
UnitedHealth Group shares declined after the federal government announced a temporary nationwide moratorium on Medicare enrollments for new home healthcare and hospice providers. The pause, put forward by an anti-fraud task force led by Vice President JD Vance, is intended to allow the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services time to evaluate Medic…
A senior JPMorgan executive said the bank is open to dialogue with France’s far-right National Rally as large companies reconsider how to deal with a party climbing in the polls. The comments come as businesses increasingly seek to understand the RN’s economic positions and as JPMorgan balances its post-Brexit presence between Paris and London.
Quantum Cyber's stock jumped 83.8% in premarket trading following an exclusive intellectual property license with BP United Inc., securing rights to a sky defense autonomous platform and establishing a commercial supply arrangement for immediate production and delivery of autonomous systems. The deal arrives as the Trump administration requests abo…
