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Thrupp & Maberly: Historic British Coachbuilder Enters a New Era of Bespoke Motor Cars
COVENTRY, England , Aug. 7, 2026 -- One of Britain s most historic names in coachbuilding enters a new chapter. Thrupp & Maberly, whose origins trace back to the eighteenth century, returns as a contemporary British coachbuilding atelier dedicated to creating highly bespoke motor cars for a discerning international clientele. Based in Coventry, the company combines traditional craftsmanship with modern engineering, contemporary design, and uncompromising attention to detail.
HarperCollins Publishers to publish Dr Sylvia Karpagam's new book about the politics of food
The Meat of the Matter by Dr Sylvia Karpagam NEW DELHI , Aug. 7, 2026 -- HarperCollins India is delighted to be publish Dr Sylvia Karpagam s well-researched and path-breaking book which dives deep into the discourse around our food choices and the politics of nutrition which affects our well-being as a community. Available now to preorder, the book will release on 18 th August 2026. Talking about the book, Dr Sylvia Karpagam says, This book offers the basics of nutrition to help plan a meal in a scientific way without all the confusing jargon. It also explains the politics, economics, caste and communalism behind current nutrition policies, programs and interventions which are adversely affecting the nutritional and health indicators of the country, particularly for the marginalised and vulnerable who face barriers to accessing their own traditional foods. This is evident in the poor quality of the mid-day meal scheme in government schools and pre-schools (anganwadis) as also the Public Distribution System [PDS]. The global push for plant based /vegan foods by multi-nationals is creating a caste and corporate nexus that we need to challenge. This book offers a means to do that.
Lumina Datamatics Completes Acquisition of TNQTech, Creating a Global Leader in Scholarly Publishing Solutions
MUMBAI, India, Aug. 7, 2026 -- Lumina Datamatics, a global leader in content, retail support, and technology solutions, today announced the completion of its acquisition of TNQTech , a leading Chennai-based publishing technology company. This transaction marks a significant milestone in Lumina Datamatics organic and inorganic growth strategy and positions the combined organization among the world s largest providers of scholarly publishing solutions.
Office assets lead real estate investments across APAC and India in H1 2026, accounting for over 40% of total inflows in India: Colliers
APAC investments reach USD 105 billion in H1 2026, the strongest first half since 2022 Capital deployment in office assets across APAC markets touch USD 40.2 billion during H1 2026 Capital remains focused on most liquid markets such as Australia, China, Japan & Singapore In India, investors are increasingly expanding beyond office assets into mixed-use developments & alternative assets GURUGRAM, India , Aug. 7, 2026 -- Asia Pacific s real estate market recorded its strongest first half since 2022, with investment activity reaching USD 105 billion in H1 2026 as cross-border capital returned and investors deployed capital across a broad mix of markets and sectors.
Solidion Technology Achieves Dramatic Balance Sheet Improvement, Increased Revenues
Private Placement Eliminates Balance Sheet Overhang and Alleviates Previously Disclosed Going Concern Doubt DALLAS , Aug. 6, 2026 -- Solidion Technology Inc. ( Solidion or the Company ) (Nasdaq: STI), an advanced battery technology solutions provider, today has released Second Quarter 2026 Financial and Operating Results. The condensed consolidated financial statements of Solidion and additional information can be found in Solidion s Form 10-Q, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, August 6, 2026 (the Form 10-Q ). This earnings release should be read together with the information contained in the Form 10-Q.
Seaspan Becomes First International Ship Owner and Operator to Access China's Panda Bond Market
SINGAPORE , Aug. 6, 2026 -- Seaspan Corporation Pte. Ltd. ( Seaspan ), a leading independent maritime asset owner and operator, is pleased to announce the successful issuance of a RMB 1.5 billion Panda Bond in China s domestic bond market. The three-year private placement note was issued on July 15, 2026, with a coupon rate of 2.50% per annum. The offering was oversubscribed by Chinese onshore and international investors with a book coverage ratio of 2.3 times.
Cyble Says the Future of Endpoint Security Goes Beyond Detection, Unveils the Next Evolution of Titan at Black Hat USA 2026
New release combines silicon-rooted attestation, AI-native threat intelligence, BlazeAI-powered attack reconstruction and autonomous response into a unified endpoint security platform for the AI era. LAS VEGAS , Aug. 6, 2026 -- Cyble today unveiled the next evolution of Cyble Titan at Black Hat USA 2026, introducing silicon-rooted attestation alongside AI-native threat intelligence, BlazeAI-powered attack reconstruction, exposure management and autonomous response in a unified endpoint security platform. Titan helps security teams establish trusted evidence, understand attacks faster and respond with greater confidence.
Cision Wins 2026 MarTech Breakthrough Awards for Social Listening, Press Release Distribution, and AEO
Brandwatch named Social Listening Solution of the Year, while PR Newswire secures top honors for Press Release Distribution Company of the Year and AEO Platform of the Year CHICAGO , Aug. 6, 2026 -- Cision, a global leader in consumer and media intelligence, today announced that two of its brands, Brandwatch and PR Newswire, have together earned three major category honors in the 2026 MarTech Breakthrough Awards.
GLG's AI-Moderated Calls Unlock Expert Insights at New Speed and Scale
Clients can engage trusted experts with conversational AI agent, capturing qualitative depth and quantitative data in 10 languages NEW YORK , Aug. 6, 2026 -- GLG , the world s leading platform for trusted human expertise, today announced its enhanced AI-Moderated Calls offering, enabling clients globally to engage experts through autonomously conducted calls in 10 languages. The AI Moderator is purpose-built to guide structured calls with nuanced conversational capabilities, gathering qualitative and quantitative insights with greater speed and scale.
TraceLink Leads the Industry With the First Agentic Supply Chain Control Tower With Reasoning
TraceLink s Agentic Supply Chain Control Tower transforms operational data into trusted business understanding through reasoning, analytics, active monitoring, and observability, enabling people and governed OPUS Agents to collaborate on intelligent decisions BOSTON , August 6, 2026 -- TraceLink, the world s largest Agentic Business Network for the life sciences and healthcare supply chain, today introduced the first truly Agentic Supply Chain Control Tower, an operational intelligence platform that combines analytics, reasoning, active monitoring, and observability to power the Agentic Supply Chain Operating Model.
Zoomlion DV3504 Hybrid Tractor Shortlisted for Two Categories of TOTY 2027, Marking a Breakthrough for Chinese High-Horsepower Agricultural Machinery
NAPLES, Italy , Aug. 6, 2026 -- Zoomlion s DV3504 hybrid tractor has been shortlisted for two categories of the prestigious Tractor of the Year 2027 (TOTY 2027) awards: HighPower (300 hp and above) and Sustainable . Launched in 1998 and independently organised by Italy s agricultural machinery publication Trattori , TOTY is one of the most recognised professional awards in the global agricultural machinery industry. The 2027 edition attracted 23 tractors from 18 global brands, with evaluations conducted by an international jury of 26 independent agricultural machinery journalists from 25 countries.
Frost & Sullivan Celebrates 65 Years of Identifying Growth Opportunities Across Energy and Buildings
Six decades of sector expertise and AI-powered growth intelligence help organisations navigate decarbonisation, digital transformation and the evolving built environment LONDON , Aug. 6, 2026 -- As Frost & Sullivan celebrates its 65th anniversary, the company is reflecting on its long-standing role in helping organisations anticipate the forces reshaping the Energy & Buildings industry and translate market disruption into transformational growth opportunities.
Supermicro's Seventh Annual Open Storage Summit Brings Together 21 Ecosystem Partners to Share Practical Guidance on Deploying Enterprise AI at Scale
12-session virtual event explores AI inference, agentic AI, cloud storage, and data management for production AI deployments 38 industry experts from 21 leading technology companies including AMD, DDN, Hammerspace, IBM, Intel, KIOXIA, MinIO, Nutanix, Scality, Solidigm, VAST Data, Western Digital, Crusoe, Iron Mountain and others, share practical guidance for scalable, cost-efficient AI infrastructure Presented with theCUBE, the summit runs August 11 through September 3 and is available live and on demand
DXC and Primary Launch AI-Native Zero Trust Platform for Enterprise AI
DXC becomes the exclusive managed services partner for Primary s AI-native Zero Trust Unified Control Plane, helping enterprises securely scale AI. New joint offering helps businesses and government agencies govern how AI agents and enterprise AI applications access data while strengthening security, identity, and compliance. DXC s managed security services deliver consulting, implementation, integration, governance, and ongoing operations to accelerate secure AI adoption. ASHBURN, Va. , Aug. 6, 2026 -- DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) today announced a strategic partnership with Primary, becoming the exclusive managed services provider for Primary s AI-native Zero Trust Platform. The joint offering helps enterprises securely deploy and scale AI by governing how AI agents and enterprise AI applications access data, while strengthening security, identity, and compliance.
Shueisha Makes Global Push With MANGA MILLION, A Manga Platform Available in 100 Languages
One of Manga s Greatest Undertakings: Nearly 400 Titles, 100 Languages, 1 Million Pages, For Free TOKYO , Aug. 6, 2026 -- Shueisha Inc., one of the world s leading manga publishers, has launched MANGA MILLION, a new digital platform available for a limited time that provides readers worldwide with free access to manga with no registration required. In keeping with the theme of its 100th anniversary, MANGA MILLION offers a collection of one million pages of Shueisha manga in over 100 languages.
NYSE Content Update: Hadrian Raises $1.37 Billion for 'Factories of the Future'
NYSE issues a pre-market daily advisory direct from the trading floor. NEW YORK , Aug. 6, 2026 -- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today s NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on August 6th The Dow Jones Industrial Average will look to extend its five-day win streak after closing at a fresh record above 54,000 on Wednesday. Hadrian boosted its valuation to 7.87 billion following its Series D funding round. Founder + CEO Chris Power will join NYSE Live to explain how the capital will help deliver America s defense, aerospace, and industrial systems. Trex (NYSE: TREX) reported an 8% year-over-year increase in net sales in its Q2 earnings report. CEO Adam Zambanini will join NYSE Live to reveal what s driving recent demand. The company s shares are up 38% year-to-date. America250 Commissioner Lynn Young will join NYSE Live to discuss why its America s Field Trip contest was particularly significant.
Eightco Holdings (NASDAQ: ORBS) Reports Total Holdings of Approximately $378 Million, Includes OpenAI, Beast Industries, More Than 16,000 ETH and Nearly 302 Million WLD Tokens
Eightco treasury composition as of August 5, 2026: 90M OpenAI equity (indirect), 18M Beast Industries equity, 16,278 ETH, nearly 302 million WLD holdings, and 142M cash and equivalents, totaling approximately 378 million Eightco recently participated in World Foundation s 52.5M funding round, led by Pantera with participation from Bain Capital Crypto, Selini Capital, Susquehanna Crypto, and additional investors OpenAI recently announced that it submitted a confidential S-1, setting itself up for a potential future initial public offering
Afcons receives LoA for ₹1,918-cr desalinated water tunnel project in Mumbai
Manori-to-Mahavir Nagar tunnel critical to boost Mumbai s water supply MUMBAI, India , Aug. 6, 2026 -- Afcons Infrastructure Ltd has announced that it has received the Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) for the Design and Construction of a Desalinated Water Conveyance Tunnel from the proposed Water Pumping Station at Manori to Charkop, extending further to Mahavir Nagar (Kandivali), Mumbai. The project is valued at 1,918 crores, including GST and O&M.
CULTURAL DISRUPTORS AND CULINARY ICONS UNVEILED AS THE GLOBAL JURY FOR THE S.PELLEGRINO YOUNG CHEF ACADEMY COMPETITION 2026-27
Seven global tastemakers unite to champion the next generation of gastronomy, bridging the gap between fine food, culture and sustainability. MILAN , Aug. 6, 2026 -- The S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy has unveiled the seven culinary visionaries who will form the Global Jury for the Grand Finale of the S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Competition 2026-27. To view the Multimedia News Release, please click: https://www.multivu.com/s_pellegrino/9412851-en-cultural-disruptors-culinary-icons-unveiled-global-jury-young-chef-academy-competition-2026-27
Envision Commissions Galaxy Campus in Ulanqab, Establishing a New Model for Gigawatt-Scale AI Infrastructure
Featuring the world s largest single AI data center building, Galaxy Campus integrates renewable energy, intelligent power management and high-density computing at unprecedented scale. ULANQAB, China , Aug. 6, 2026 -- Envision, a global leader in green technology, today announced the commissioning of the Envision Galaxy Campus in Ulanqab, Inner Mongolia, a next-generation AI infrastructure campus designed to accelerate the deployment of large-scale artificial intelligence. Powered directly by renewable energy and designed to scale to over 2GW of capacity, the campus in Ulanqab introduces a new approach to meeting the growing energy and infrastructure demands of AI.
IIFL Capital partners with Flytxt to leverage Agentic AI for sustainable AUM growth
DUBAI , UAE, Aug. 6, 2026 -- Flytxt , a leading provider of Enterprise AI solutions for Marketplace Optimisation, today announced that IIFL Capital Services Limited, a full-service investment and wealth management firm, has adopted its award winning AI to strengthen investor engagement and accelerate Assets Under Management (AUM) growth through intelligent investment recommendations. With over 15 years of AI innovation, Flytxt currently serves more than 80 enterprise customers across 50 countries, helping them transform customer data into actionable intelligence and driving measurable business outcomes.
SANY Expands Global Presence with Major Equipment Deliveries in South America and Thailand
SHANGHAI , Aug. 6, 2026 -- SANY Group recently achieved two major milestones in overseas markets, completing major equipment deliveries and securing new orders in South America and Southeast Asia. SANY Marine signed a procurement agreement with Hanseatic Global Terminals (HGT) to supply 26 units of port equipment for a South American container terminal, including six quay cranes and 20 rubber-tired gantry cranes (RTGs). Following the success of SANY Marine, SANY Heavy Industry delivered 40 units of SW970E electric wheel loaders (EWLs) to the world s largest rice mill in Thailand.
Hexaware Joins the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA)
LONDON, Aug. 6, 2026 -- Hexaware Technologies (NSE: HEXT), a global provider of IT solutions and services, today announced it has become a member of the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA), an ecosystem of leading software development companies and security services partners that integrate with Microsoft Security to help organizations stay ahead of evolving threats. Hexaware s end-to-end security solution for Microsoft Azure & Microsoft 365 , listed on the Microsoft Marketplace , helps clients accelerate their Zero Trust journeys with unified Extended Detection and Response (XDR), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), identity, and other cloud security capabilities. Built on Microsoft Security technology and powered by Hexaware s Tensai Security Ops frameworks, it delivers comprehensive security assessment, attack validation, and compliance-focused security analysis while leveraging industry best practices and frameworks. Hexaware s solution was also validated by Microsoft experts, an important step in the MISA membership process.
Clarivate Scales Agentic AI Across Cortellis to Advance Drug Development
Expanded capabilities across Cortellis portfolio help life sciences organizations turn trusted intelligence into action and accelerate decision making across the research and development lifecycle LONDON , Aug. 6, 2026 -- Clarivate Plc (NYSE:CLVT), a leading global provider of transformative intelligence, today announced the expansion of agentic AI capabilities across the Cortellis portfolio , helping life sciences R&D teams accelerate discovery, strengthen safety assessment and make faster, more informed portfolio decisions. By embedding AI directly within existing workflows, the new capabilities enable researchers to reduce manual effort, navigate complexity and focus on higher-value scientific and strategic decisions.
THE ADECCO GROUP Q2 2026 RESULTS
Disciplined execution driving strong profitable growth, operational efficiency and deleveraging AD HOC ANNOUNCEMENT pursuant to Art. 53 Listing Rules of SIX Swiss Exchange ZURICH, Switzerland , Aug. 6, 2026 -- HIGHLIGHTS Strong organic revenue growth of +5.6% TDA yoy Continued market share gains: Group +160 bps, Adecco +60bps vs key competitors Adecco GBU +6.6% yoy: Americas +12%, APAC +10%, and EMEA excl. France +8% Akkodis GBU +1% yoy, back to growth; LHH flat yoy, Professional Recruitment Solutions back to growth at +1% Gross margin 18.6%, with yoy comparison improving sequentially by 20 bps EBITA 165 million excl. one-offs, +21% yoy, consistent profitable growth EBITA margin 2.8% excl. one-offs, +30 bps yoy, reflecting strong operating leverage, with productivity +6% yoy and organic drop-down ratio of 64% Basic EPS 0.28; Adjusted EPS 0.61 +31% LTM cash conversion at 83%, good performance in a period of growth Continued deleveraging momentum, with net debt/EBITDA 0.5x lower yoy
THE ADECCO GROUP HALF YEAR REPORT 2026
ZURICH, Switzerland , Aug. 6, 2026 -- The Adecco Group Half Year Report 2026 is now available in the Ad Hoc section of the Group s website, which is directly accessible by clicking here . For further information, please contact: Investor Relations investor.relations@adeccogroup.com +41 (0)44 878 88 88 Press Office media@adeccogroup.com +41 (0) 79 876 09 21 View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/the-adecco-group-half-year-report-2026-302844089.html
iSearchSolution Explores the Impact of AI on Modern SEO Services
NEW DELHI , Aug. 6, 2026 -- As AI has reshaped almost every aspect of doing business, especially in Digital marketing, it has created the urgency to reframe SEO approaches. It raises the demand for enhanced search visibility, pushing brands toward smarter, intent-led SEO strategies. To understand the core shift, the iSearchSolution in-house team conducted 50+ queries across ChatGPT, Claude AI, Perplexity, and Google Gemini. The queries were targeted to understand how ChatGPT cites company names and how Gemini produces overviews. According to the team, the New SEO algorithms no longer chase rankings; they look for recognition.
IFI TECHSOLUTIONS ACHIEVES MICROSOFT AZURE CLOUD SECURITY SPECIALIZATION
Recognition underscores enterprise-scale Azure security and governance capabilities for modern cloud environments MUMBAI, India , Aug. 6, 2026 -- IFI Techsolutions Limited ( IFI Techsolutions ), a global cloud solutions and managed services provider, today announced that it has achieved the Microsoft Azure Cloud Security specialization, demonstrating its expertise in helping organizations secure, govern, and manage cloud environments on Microsoft Azure.
Point S International | Global independent tyre network sets its sights on LATAM region
Point S International is eyeing up the LATAM region as the next growth milestone for the world’s largest independent automotive network. 5 August 2026 - Following this year’s World Endurance Championship round in São Paulo, Point S International, official sponsor of Team Peugeot TotalEnergies confirmed that the race weekend has reinforced its strategic ambitions to accelerate its expansion across Latin America (LATAM). Point S International currently maintains a global footpri
Trex Energy Hyderabad secures 3 awards for energy storage excellence in India
HYDERABAD, India , Aug. 6, 2026 -- Trex Energy Pvt. Ltd. has reached a significant milestone in India s clean energy sector by securing three honors from the India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA) . The organization named Trex Energy the Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Company of the Year , recognizing the firm s role in advancing battery energy storage systems (BESS) for industrial applications. This recognition highlights the company s impact on the regional clean energy ecosystem and its focus on manufacturing excellence.
KANEBO selects Eastman Cristal™ One IM812 for luxury overcap packaging
Premium cosmetics brand chose recyclable material for an overcap that delivers aesthetics, strength and sustainability. KINGSPORT, Tenn. , Aug. 6, 2026 -- Prestigious Japanese cosmetics brand KANEBO has selected Eastman Cristal One IM812 specialty PET resin for the overcap of its new Generating Essentials Treatment Lotion. Rooted in KANEBO s Progress Care philosophy and our message, Going beyond beauty, KANEBO heightens hope, this lotion reflects our approach to supporting skin through different stages of life rather than focusing on anti-aging, said Shinsuke Magai, KANEBO designer. We wanted the packaging to bring that philosophy to life through a design that conveys both refinement and progression.
Infor Appoints Yuka Kanemitsu as President and Representative Director of Infor Japan to Accelerate Industry Cloud Growth and AI-Driven Business Transformation
Experienced technology executive to lead Infor s next phase of growth in Japan, helping customers modernize operations through industry-specific cloud solutions, AI, and deep industry expertise. NEW YORK and TOKYO , Aug. 6, 2026 -- Infor, the industry cloud company, today announced the appointment of Yuka Kanemitsu as President and Representative Director of Infor Japan. Kanemitsu will lead the company s business strategy and operations across Japan, with responsibility for accelerating customer success, expanding strategic partnerships, and driving continued growth in one of Infor s most important global markets.
Diego Mesa Puyo selected as next GEF CEO and Chairperson
WASHINGTON , Aug. 5, 2026 -- The Global Environment Facility (GEF) Council today announced the selection of Diego Mesa Puyo as the family of funds next CEO and Chairperson. Mesa Puyo, an international leader in energy policy, economic development, and sustainability, and former Minister of Energy and Mines from Colombia, will serve an initial term of four years, aligned with the GEF-9 funding period and the last sprint towards critical 2030 environmental goals.
DXC Appoints Lisa Beaudoin as Chief Product Officer to Accelerate Product-Led Growth
Lisa Beaudoin appointed Chief Product Officer, leading a newly unified product development organization across DXC Beaudoin most recently led the development and launch of DXC OASIS, the company s AI-powered orchestration platform for managed services, now in production with 57 customers Appointment follows the recent naming of Paul Taylor as President, Dan Gray as President, Global Infrastructure Services and Holly Grant as President, AI Innovation and Strategy & LabX, further strengthening DXC s leadership team and operating model
China and U.S. Business Communities Strengthen Ties, Explore New Opportunities for Supply Chain Cooperation
CHICAGO , Aug. 5, 2026 -- On July 30, 2026, the China-U.S. Economic and Trade Cooperation Forum and the 5th China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) Roadshow was held in Chicago. More than 180 business and government representatives from both countries were brought together for discussions. In his remarks, Ren Hongbin, Chairman of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT), said that the landmark meeting between the leaders of China and the United States in Beijing has provided greater stability and predictability for bilateral economic and trade relations, while creating new momentum for cooperation. The CCPIT stands ready to work with partners in the United States to create platforms for deeper business engagement and cooperation between businesses of the two countries. Ren welcomed more U.S. companies to participate in platforms such as CISCE and share in China s development opportunities.
Cision Report Warns Brands Are Falling Into Costly 'Data Fragmentation Trap'
New analysis shows how disconnected search, social, and AI signals create blind spots, delay decisions, and escalate risks CHICAGO , Aug. 5, 2026 -- Cision, a global leader in consumer and media intelligence, today released The Data Fragmentation Trap: Why More Data Isn t Helping Brands See Clearly , a new report examining why brands struggle to turn high volumes of data into meaningful business intelligence. As AI transforms how information is created, discovered, and consumed, organizations are gathering more signals than ever, from search engines and social media to news coverage and AI-generated answers. Yet, many organizations fall into a data fragmentation trap, still relying on an old, channel-by-channel model based on gathering signals separately. This approach can be costly for organizations. It creates critical blind spots, slows decision making, and limits their ability to understand and influence brand perception.
KPM Analytics Announces In-Line NIR Sensors Specifically Designed for Food Processing
Sensors measure moisture, fat/oil, color, and temperature in-line for improved process control. WESTBOROUGH, Mass. , Aug. 5, 2026 -- Increasingly, food processors are striving for zero-defects by measuring as many quality parameters as possible in various stages of production. To assist processors in meeting this goal, KPM Analytics announced the new MCT700 Series NIR (near infrared) sensors that provide continuous in-line measurement of moisture, fat/oil, color, and product temperature.
Utility Global Names Robert Lane Chief Financial Officer to Drive Commercialization at Scale
Capital markets veteran joins company to fuel next phase of rapid growth HOUSTON , Aug. 5, 2026 -- Utility Global ( Utility ), a global company enabling the economic industrial decarbonization of heavy industries, today announced the appointment of Robert Lane as Chief Financial Officer. Lane joins Utility at a defining time as the company pivots into its commercialization phase. Lane has a proven record of scaling organizations and guiding companies through rapid commercial growth. He brings more than three decades of financial leadership across energy, industrial and growth-stage companies, most recently as CFO of Quva Pharma, where he led finance, accounting, IT and treasury functions through a period of process modernization and liquidity improvement. Previously, as Executive Vice President and CFO of Sunnova Energy International, he helped lead the company s Initial Public Offering (IPO) and closed more than 10 billion in tax equity, debt and equity financing to fund its growth. At Spark Energy, Lane helped lead the company through several acquisitions and integrations, simplified the corporate structure, and led creative and innovative financing strategies. At Emerge Energy Services, he guided the company through its IPO and capital expansion while significantly lowering the cost of debt. Across his career, Lane has led dozens of capital markets transactions collectively worth tens of billions of dollars and has a proven track record of building the financial infrastructure to support fast-growing companies to help them scale.
MITTI LABS RAISES $9.5 MILLION TO BUILD WATER RESILIENCE IN ASIA'S RICE FIELDS
With the world s staple crop under mounting climate & water stress, funding accelerates the deployment of its rice GeoAI platform to millions of smallholder fields BENGALURU, India and NEW YORK , Aug. 5, 2026 -- Deep-tech company Mitti Labs today announced a 9.5 million Series A round from investors including Aramco Ventures as lead investor, alongside Lightspeed India , Godrej Industries Group , Cisco Foundation , Francis Family Fund , and Volta Circle .
Plume Names Rebecca Stone Chief Customer and Marketing Officer, Creating a Dedicated C-Suite Voice for Global ISP Customer Success
Expanded role reflects Plume s commitment to 450+ ISP customers with dedicated executive champion across entire customer lifecycle, from brand awareness and onboarding through adoption, retention and expansion PALO ALTO, Calif. , Aug. 5, 2026 -- Plume Design, Inc. ( Plume ), the award-winning global subscriber experience platform serving more than 450 Internet Service Providers (ISPs) across 58 countries, today announced that Rebecca Stone will fill the newly created role of Chief Customer and Marketing Officer (CCMO). Ms. Stone, who joined Plume as Chief Marketing Officer in January 2026, will now be responsible for direct ownership of Customer Success in addition to her marketing responsibilities, unifying the customer-facing journey under a single executive leader.