BRISBANE, Calif., Oct. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vera Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: VERA), a late clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing and commercializing transformative treatments for patients with serious immunological diseases, today announced that it will host an investor call and webcast at 4:30 PM ET on Thursday, November 6, 2025 to review the data from the ORIGIN Phase 3 clinical trial of atacicept for the treatment of IgA nephropathy (IgAN) presented at the morning plenary ses ...

Core Insights - Applied Digital has signed a 15-year lease agreement for 200 MW of IT capacity at the Polaris Forge 2 Campus, generating approximately $5 billion in total contracted revenue [1] - The total leased capacity across Polaris Forge 1 and Polaris Forge 2 has now reached 600 MW, positioning the company as a leading builder of AI infrastructure in the U.S. [2] Lease Agreement Details - The lease is with a U.S.-based investment-grade hyperscaler and is designed to support AI and high-performance computing infrastructure [1] - The hyperscaler has a first right of refusal for an additional 800 MW, indicating potential future expansion [1] Campus Specifications - Polaris Forge 2 spans over 900 acres and is engineered for efficiency with a projected Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of 1.18 and near-zero water consumption [3] - The initial 200 MW will be phased in two buildings, expected to come online in 2026 and reach full capacity by 2027 [3] Company Achievements - The announcement follows record growth, including a 150 MW lease with CoreWeave and a $5 billion partnership with Macquarie Asset Management [4] - Applied Digital was recognized as the top company in the Dallas Business Journal's Fast 50, highlighting its rapid expansion in digital infrastructure [4] Strategic Vision - The company emphasizes its ability to deliver large-scale data centers quickly and efficiently, reshaping the AI infrastructure landscape [3] - The CEO stated that the company's AI Factories are redefining hyperscale infrastructure development, focusing on responsible and rapid construction [5]

Core Points - NorthWest Copper Corp. held its Annual General Meeting of Shareholders on October 21, 2025, where shareholders voted in favor of all proposed items [1][2] - The Board of Directors was re-elected, including Maryantonett Flumian, Enrico De Pasquale, Adam Manna, James Steel, and Paul Olmsted [1] - MNP LLP was appointed as the auditors for the upcoming year, with directors authorized to fix their remuneration [2] - The Company's Equity Incentive Plan was re-approved by shareholders [2] Company Overview - NorthWest Copper is a copper-gold exploration and development company with a portfolio of advanced and early-stage projects in British Columbia, including Kwanika-Stardust, Lorraine-Top Cat, and East Niv [3] - The company is positioned to benefit from strengthening global copper and gold markets due to its robust portfolio in a tier one jurisdiction [3] - NorthWest is committed to responsible mineral exploration, collaborating with First Nations to ensure development incorporates stewardship best practices and traditional land use [3]

IRVING, Texas, Oct. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- XBP Global Holdings, Inc. (“XBP Global” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: XBP), a workflow automation leader that leverages decades of industry experience, global footprint and agentic AI to rethink business process automation and digital transformation, announced a multi-year contract with a large insurance carrier to provide Re-mail processing service, a cutting-edge solution designed to significantly improve the open rate for mail delivery. XBP’s AI driven Re-mai ...

Core Insights - illumin Holdings Inc. will report its third quarter 2025 financial results on November 7, 2025, before market open [1] - A live webcast will be held on the same day at 8:30 AM ET, featuring CEO Simon Cairns and CFO Elliot Muchnik discussing the results [2] Company Overview - illumin is a leader in digital advertising technology, focusing on empowering marketers to make informed decisions in online consumer communication [1] - The company offers a unified platform that integrates various marketing channels, including programmatic advertising, email, and social media, to enhance campaign execution [4] - Headquartered in Toronto, illumin serves clients across North America, Latin America, and Europe [4]

Kfar Saba, Israel, Oct. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ParaZero Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: PRZO) (the “company” or “ParaZero”), an aerospace defense company pioneering smart, autonomous solutions for the global manned and unmanned aerial systems (UAS) industry, today announced the signing of a significant purchase order with Airobotics Ltd., a premier provider of robotic automation solutions, for the delivery of ParaZero’s advanced safety systems. This purchase order is part of an ongoing collaboration betwee ...

NEW YORK, Oct. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brookfield has announced the launch of the Brookfield Private Equity Fund (Canada) (“BPE-CAD” or the “Fund”). The evergreen strategy provides investors streamlined access to Brookfield’s leading private equity platform through a simplified investment process that includes monthly subscriptions and a low investment minimum. BPE-CAD builds on Brookfield’s 25-year track record of investing in and transforming companies that underpin the global economy. The Fund offer ...

Core Insights - SCHMID Group has successfully secured two significant orders in the rapidly growing field of Printed Circuit Boards (PCB) for artificial intelligence (AI) server applications, specifically AI-Server-Boards [1][4] Company Developments - The first project involves delivering a complete wet-process equipment setup featuring advanced V+ and H+ systems, while the second project includes supplying critical horizontal H+ machines, marking a breakthrough beyond traditional PCB and IC-substrate business [2][16] - One customer has entrusted SCHMID with full responsibility for an entire production line, indicating strong confidence in the company's technology and services, which may lead to future investment opportunities [3] Market Context - The semiconductor industry is projected to reach $785.5 billion in revenue by 2025, with expectations to accelerate to $1.1 trillion by 2029, driven by AI adoption [5] - Global AI server shipments are anticipated to grow by 24.3% year-over-year in 2025, with North American cloud service providers leading this growth, supported by sovereign cloud projects in Europe and the Middle East [5] - Demand for large-body substrates is increasing due to the rise in high-bandwidth memory (HBM) stacks and co-packaged optics (CPO) requirements for AI applications, highlighting the strategic importance of SCHMID's process equipment portfolio [6] Executive Insights - The orders represent a pivotal milestone for SCHMID Group, showcasing the necessity and trust in its technology not only in IC-substrates but also in full PCB production lines for AI-Server-Board, a rapidly growing market [7][10] - The AI server segment is characterized by rapid innovation cycles, with typical server boards having a lifecycle of only 18 to 24 months, creating a recurring need for advanced PCB manufacturing solutions [8] - Winning these projects positions SCHMID at the center of the AI server board cycle, where each generation requires more layers, smaller features, tighter process windows, and new materials, areas where SCHMID's systems provide a unique advantage [9]

Core Insights - Saia, Inc. announced the retirement of Rohit Lal, Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer, after eight years with the company, effective immediately [1][2] - Tarak Patel has been appointed as the new Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer, bringing extensive experience in technology and digital transformation [1][3] Leadership Transition - Rohit Lal has significantly advanced Saia's digital capabilities and IT infrastructure during his tenure since joining in 2017 [2] - Lal will remain with the company as an advisor until the first quarter of 2026 to ensure a smooth transition [2] New Executive Profile - Tarak Patel previously served as CIO at Smurfit WestRock, leading a global transformation in processes and technologies [3] - Patel has held leadership roles at E. & J. Gallo Winery and Henkel, focusing on enterprise-wide technology initiatives and supply chain integrations [3] - He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering from the University of California, San Diego [3] Company Overview - Saia, Inc. offers a variety of transportation services, including less-than-truckload, non-asset truckload, expedited, and logistics services [4] - The company operates 213 terminals nationwide, headquartered in Georgia [4]

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lantronix Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: LTRX), a global leader in compute and connectivity IoT solutions enabling Edge AI Intelligence, today announced it will release financial results from its fiscal 2026 first quarter, ended Sept. 30, 2025, after the close of the market on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025. Management will host an investor conference call and audio webcast at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time (4:30 p.m. Eastern Time) on Nov. 5, 2025. To access the live confer ...