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Apple buys Israeli startup Q.AI as the AI race heats up
TechCrunch· 2026-01-29 18:58
In Brief Apple, Meta, and Google are locked in a fierce battle to lead the next wave of AI, and they’ve recently increased their focus on hardware. With its latest acquisition of the AI startup Q.AI, Apple aims to gain an edge, particularly in the audio sector.As first reported by Reuters, Apple has acquired Q.AI, an Israeli startup specializing in imaging and machine learning, particularly technologies that enable devices to interpret whispered speech and enhance audio in noisy environments. Apple has bee ...
V2X and Amazon to Partner on Smart Warehousing and Global Logistics Automation
Prnewswire· 2026-01-29 15:36
Core Insights - V2X, Inc. has formed a strategic partnership with Amazon to enhance smart warehousing and automation technologies for U.S. Government customers [1][2] - The collaboration aims to leverage Amazon's expertise in warehouse automation and AI to improve operational efficiency and mission readiness for V2X programs [2][3] - This partnership is expected to advance V2X's capabilities in meeting national demands for mission support through innovative AI solutions [3] Company Overview - V2X specializes in integrating physical and digital environments to enhance mission readiness and optimize resource management across various sectors, including national security and defense [5] - The company employs approximately 16,000 professionals and focuses on delivering data-enabled mission solutions through advanced technologies like AI and machine learning [5] Technological Advancements - The partnership will introduce advanced robotics, computer vision, and AI-driven automation to optimize inventory management and streamline workflows [6] - Predictive analytics and automated workflows will be deployed to enhance supply chain visibility and ensure the availability of mission-critical assets [6] - AI-powered insights will facilitate informed decision-making for commanders in complex and rapidly evolving environments [6] - The integration of AI in risk assessment and resource planning aims to safeguard supply chain operations against disruptions [6]
Celestica(CLS) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-01-29 14:02
Celestica (NYSE:CLS) Q4 2025 Earnings call January 29, 2026 08:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsMandeep Chawla - CFOMatthew Pallotta - Head of Investor RelationsMichael Ng - Managing Director of Global Investment ResearchRob Mionis - President and CEORuben Roy - Managing DirectorSteven Fox - Founder and CEOThanos Moschopoulos - Managing Director of Equity Research TechnologyTim Long - Managing DirectorConference Call ParticipantsAtif Malik - AnalystDavid Vogt - Managing Director and Senior Equity AnalystJohn Sh ...
Itron to Showcase Advancements in Grid Edge Intelligence and Resiliency at DTECH 2026
Globenewswire· 2026-01-29 13:45
Core Insights - Itron, Inc. is showcasing advancements in its Grid Edge Intelligence portfolio and newly formed Resiliency Solutions segment at DTECH 2026, addressing grid complexity, rising energy demand, and reliability challenges [1][5] Grid Edge Intelligence Portfolio - The Grid Edge Intelligence portfolio provides utilities with end-to-end business solutions, leveraging distributed intelligence (DI) to enhance visibility and control at the grid edge, ultimately reducing total cost of ownership (TCO) [2] - Itron has shipped over 16 million DI-enabled meters and manages more than 100 million endpoints, with 70GWh of flexible customer load and generation dispatched in 2025 [2] - Collaborations with major tech companies like NVIDIA, Microsoft, and AWS enhance the portfolio's capabilities in AI and machine learning, allowing for real-time insights and improved utility data value extraction [3][14] Resiliency Solutions Segment - The new Resiliency Solutions segment integrates capabilities from recent acquisitions (Urbint and Locusview) to help utilities manage critical systems throughout their lifecycle, from planning to operations [4] - These solutions aim to increase efficiency, resilience, and reliability, particularly during high-pressure events such as natural disasters [9] Customer Experience and DER Management - Itron's Customer Experience solutions unify real-time load disaggregation and grid-capacity data, improving program design and customer satisfaction [7] - The IntelliFLEX DERMS solution managed over 70GWh of flexible customer load in 2025 and supports battery storage and solar management across major territories [7] Advanced Grid Reliability - Itron's Advanced Grid Reliability solutions target a 10% reduction in outage minutes and a 20% increase in capacity through improved asset utilization [8] - These solutions provide real-time visibility and analytics to optimize grid operations and enhance safety and resiliency [8] Strategic Collaborations - Itron's partnerships with companies like Schneider Electric and NET2GRID focus on improving grid operations and customer engagement through advanced analytics and load disaggregation [3][12] - Collaborations with Gordian Technologies and Snowflake enhance grid reliability and enable practical power flow analysis for utilities [13][14]
Satellogic Extends Country-Wide Monitoring Agreement with the Government of Albania, Enabling Persistent National Earth Intelligence
Globenewswire· 2026-01-29 13:30
Core Insights - Satellogic, Inc. has extended its agreement with the Government of Albania for continuous, high-frequency satellite monitoring using its NewSat constellation, marking a significant advancement in national-scale Earth observation [1][2] Group 1: Agreement Details - The contract extension is for 11 months and builds on a previous three-year agreement that provided dedicated satellite capacity and the naming of two satellites, Albania-1 and Albania-2 [2] - Under the new agreement, Albanian government agencies will receive high-resolution imagery (50 cm) covering the entire territory of Albania, facilitating persistent oversight and centralized intelligence [2][3] Group 2: Strategic Importance - This extension reflects Albania's commitment to proactive monitoring rather than reactive tasking, allowing for continuous detection of changes and anomalies across various use cases such as illegal construction and natural resource management [3] - The partnership emphasizes the need for continuous oversight by national governments, highlighting the operational necessity and economic viability of persistent monitoring [4] Group 3: Company Overview - Founded in 2010, Satellogic is a vertically integrated Earth observation company that designs, manufactures, and operates satellite systems, providing decision-grade insights to government and commercial customers [5] - The company's integrated approach allows for predictable satellite deployment and persistent coverage, enabling proactive decision-making for defense, intelligence, and civil government agencies [6]
Aether Holdings to Ring Nasdaq Stock Market Closing Bell on Friday, January 30
Globenewswire· 2026-01-29 13:30
New York, Jan. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aether Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATHR) (“Aether” or “the Company”), an emerging financial technology holding company developing data-driven platforms and media assets for investors, today announced the Company will ring the Nasdaq Stock Market Closing Bell on Friday, January 30, 2026. The event, led by Chief Executive Officer Nicolas Lin alongside other members of the Company’s management team, will commemorate Aether’s initial public offering and commencement of tr ...
SoFi vs. OppFi: Which Fintech Stock Looks More Compelling Right Now?
ZACKS· 2026-01-28 17:51
Core Insights - SoFi Technologies (SOFI) and OppFi Inc. (OPFI) are both players in the fintech lending sector, with SOFI focusing on prime and near-prime borrowers while OPFI targets subprime borrowers [1] Group 1: SoFi Technologies (SOFI) - SoFi continues to innovate, recently launching SoFi Pay for low-cost international payments and a USD stablecoin, indicating a push towards blockchain integration in financial services [2] - The relaunch of SoFi's crypto trading platform aligns with increased investor interest in cryptocurrencies, while the introduction of SoFi Coach aims to provide personalized financial insights [3] - The SoFi Smart Card offers cash-back rewards and credit-building tools, enhancing customer engagement and brand loyalty [4] - Marketing partnerships, such as with NFL MVP Josh Allen, are increasing SoFi's brand visibility among younger consumers [5] - The acquisition of Galileo Financial Technologies has strengthened SoFi's fintech infrastructure, enabling better payment processing and AI-driven engagement tools [6][7] - The integration of Galileo's technology with SoFi's products enhances operational efficiency and innovation, creating a structural advantage [8] Group 2: OppFi Inc. (OPFI) - OppFi's financial performance is driven by its AI and machine-learning-based underwriting engine, Model 6, which has led to significant profitability growth [9] - In Q3 2025, OppFi reported a 136.9% year-over-year increase in net income, while revenues grew by 13.5%, highlighting the efficiency of its business model [10] - The company's auto-approval rate reached 79.1%, improving operational efficiency and leading to a 79% growth in adjusted EPS [11] - OppFi's Model 6.1 upgrade aims to enhance risk pricing precision, with early results showing a decline in net charge-offs [12] - The Loan Origination Lending Application (LOLA) is expected to further improve scalability and operational efficiency, with testing underway [13][14] - OppFi's disciplined credit assessment combined with rising automation positions it well for profitability in a volatile lending environment [15] Group 3: Financial Estimates and Valuation - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for SOFI indicates a 36.8% growth in sales and a 146.7% increase in EPS for 2025 [16] - SOFI's current quarter sales estimate is $981.89 million, with a year-over-year growth estimate of 32.85% [17] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for OPFI shows a 13.6% increase in sales and a 65.3% rise in EPS for 2025 [19] - OPFI's current quarter sales estimate is $159.75 million, with a year-over-year growth estimate of 17.71% [20] - OPFI is trading at a forward P/E ratio of 5.78X, significantly lower than SOFI's 41.91X, indicating that OPFI appears cheaper [22] Group 4: Comparative Analysis - SoFi is viewed as the more compelling investment due to its diversified, platform-driven model that supports balanced growth across cycles [23] - OppFi's efficiency gains are notable, but its business is more closely tied to subprime credit conditions, which may increase risk during economic stress [23]
NetraMark Closes First Tranche of Private Placement
Globenewswire· 2026-01-28 13:30
Core Viewpoint - NetraMark Holdings Inc. has successfully closed the first tranche of a non-brokered private placement, raising gross proceeds of $3,110,000, which will be utilized for working capital and general corporate purposes [1][4]. Group 1: Private Placement Details - The first tranche involved the issuance of 3,110,000 units at a price of $1.00 per unit, with each unit consisting of one common share and one-half of a common share purchase warrant [2]. - Each warrant allows the holder to acquire an additional common share at an exercise price of $1.35 for a period of two years from the closing date [2]. - The securities issued are subject to a hold period expiring on May 28, 2026, as per applicable securities laws [3]. Group 2: Future Tranche and Financial Commitments - The company has received commitments for the second and final tranche of the private placement, expected to close soon for additional gross proceeds of $390,000 [4]. - Following the first tranche, there are now 91,778,520 common shares of NetraMark issued and outstanding [3]. Group 3: Insider Participation - Certain insiders participated in the first tranche, subscribing for a total of 2,060,000 units, which is classified as a related party transaction [5]. - The company is exempt from formal valuation and minority shareholder approval requirements due to the nature of the transaction and its market capitalization [5]. Group 4: Company Overview - NetraMark is focused on developing Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) and Machine Learning (ML) solutions for the pharmaceutical industry, utilizing a novel topology-based algorithm to analyze patient data [8]. - The company's AI technology, NetraAI, is designed to improve clinical trial success rates by effectively segmenting patient data into explainable and unexplainable subsets, addressing issues of overfitting common in other AI methods [7].
Eikon Therapeutics(EIKN) - Prospectus(update)
2026-01-28 11:03
Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 28, 2026. Registration No. 333-292633 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 EIKON THERAPEUTICS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-1 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 Delaware 2836 84-2807586 (Primary Standard Industrial Classification Code Number) 230 Harriet ...
Invea Therapeutics(INAI) - Prospectus(update)
2026-01-27 22:26
As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 27, 2026. Registration Statement No. 333-292131 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 __________________________________ AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO FORM S-1 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 __________________________________ Invea Therapeutics, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) __________________________________ Delaware 2834 87-3198325 (State or other jurisdiction of in ...