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Upbound Group Announces Agreement Between Its Rent-A-Center Business and Amazon to Offer Easy Order Pickups and Returns
PLANO, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Upbound Group, Inc. (“Upbound” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: UPBD), a technology and data-driven leader in accessible and inclusive financial solutions that address the evolving needs and aspirations of underserved consumers, today announced an agreement between its Rent-A-Center business and Amazon that enables Amazon customers to enjoy the convenience of easy counter order pickups and label-free, box-free returns at Rent-A-Center’s more than 1,700 continental U.S.
Yelp Launches the New Yelp Assistant, Transforming Local Discovery from Search to Answers and Actions
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Yelp Inc. (NYSE: YELP), the company that connects people with great local businesses, announced its Spring Product Release, introducing more than 35 new features and updates that transform how consumers discover, connect and get things done with local businesses. The release unveils the new Yelp Assistant, an AI-powered chatbot that delivers instant answers, reliable recommendations and seamless booking—from restaurant reservations to beauty appointments—all in o
Alpaca Expands into Europe with WealthKernel Acquisition and Launch of European Equities Trading
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alpaca enters the European market with the completed acquisition of WealthKernel and the launch of European equities trading.
GasEntec to Deliver Landmark Dakar LNG Terminal Supporting Senegal’s Energy Transition
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GasEntec, the global LNG technology and assets company, along with affiliates, has announced today that it has entered into contracts with ELTON Logistics & Services to deliver a jetty-based LNG regasification unit (JRU) and associated onshore LNG equipment for the Dakar LNG Terminal in Dakar, Senegal. The new LNG terminal will become West Africa’s flagship LNG import facility, supplying natural gas to a 300MW combined-cycle power plant in Cap des Biches, Dakar –
N3XT Launches First Tokenized U.S. Dollar to Enable Instant, Programmable Transaction Settlement on the Blockchain
CHEYENNE, Wyo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--N3XT, the blockchain-powered narrow bank built for instant, programmable B2B payments, today announced the launch of the N3XT Digital Dollar (NDD), a bank-issued tokenized deposit that enables real-time U.S. dollar (USD) settlement across global markets. Every NDD is backed one-to-one by cash or short-term U.S. Treasuries, combining the speed and programmability of blockchain with the safety and oversight of a fully regulated bank. The launch of the N3XT Digital
Tradeweb Expands iNAV Coverage with Xtrackers by DWS
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tradeweb Markets Inc. (Nasdaq: TW), a global leader in electronic trading across asset classes, today announced that Xtrackers by DWS has adopted Tradeweb’s indicative net asset values (iNAVs) for its Europe-listed Xtrackers exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The Tradeweb iNAVs are real-time, intraday valuations based on the underlying constituents of an ETF, updated every few seconds to reflect evolving market conditions. The addition of Xtrackers to Tradeweb’s list of iNAV
NEURA Robotics and Amazon Web Services Enter Strategic Collaboration to Accelerate Physical AI at Scale
METZINGEN, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NEURA Robotics (NEURA) and Amazon Web Services (AWS) today announced a strategic agreement to accelerate Physical AI at scale – bringing cognitive robots that can perceive, reason, and act alongside humans from development into global deployment. The collaboration combines NEURA's cognitive robotics platform with AWS's cloud and AI infrastructure to help train, validate, and deploy the next generation of intelligent robots. The collaboration tackles one of t
RIIG Technology, Inc. (dba HOOTL™) Announces Successful Close of $6M+ Million Series A to Accelerate AI-Driven Healthcare and Infrastructure Solutions
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #AI--RIIG Technology, Inc, doing business as HOOTL™ (Humans Out of the Loop™), announces the successful close of its $6M+ Series A financing round.
Edge Home Finance Announces Strategic Investment from Presidio Investors and Promotion of Tom Ahles to President
MINNETONKA, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Edge Home Finance today announced a strategic investment from Presidio Investors (“Presidio”), marking a major milestone in the company’s continued expansion and leadership within the mortgage broker channel. As part of this transaction, Tom Ahles has been promoted to President of Edge Home Finance, reinforcing the company’s commitment to strong leadership as it enters its next phase of growth. The investment from Presidio represents a powerful alignment focu
JPMorganChase Expands Security and Resiliency Initiative Across Europe
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--JPMorganChase today announced the expansion of its $1.5 trillion, 10-year Security and Resiliency Initiative (SRI) — which seeks to facilitate, finance and invest in industries vital to economic security — across Europe. Building on the initiative’s momentum in the U.S. and previously announced intention to expand to the U.K., the announcement underscores JPMorganChase’s commitment to strengthening supply chains and supporting industries critical to innovation and gro
CrowdStrike Accelerates SMB Cybersecurity Transformation Across JAPAC with Expanded Distributor-Led Services
AUSTIN, Texas & DA NANG, Vietnam--(BUSINESS WIRE)--JAPAC Partner Symposium -- CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD) today announced an expansion of its Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) go-to-market strategy across Japan and Asia Pacific (JAPAC), increasing access to the CrowdStrike Falcon® platform for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and accelerating AI-driven cybersecurity transformation. Through expanded strategic partnerships with Dicker Data and Otsuka Corporation, this distributor-le
Presidio Investors Expands Portfolio with Strategic Investment in Edge Home Finance
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Presidio Investors ("Presidio") has completed a strategic investment in Edge Home Finance, a mortgage brokerage platform. Headquartered in Minnetonka, MN, Edge Home Finance has built a strong reputation within the mortgage broker channel by empowering loan originators and delivering best-in-class service and innovation. The investment from Presidio represents an opportunity to leverage Edge’s momentum through enhanced investments in technology, operational infras
The Many Acquires Majority Stake in Immersive Technology Studio CatalystXR, Expanding Global Participation Capabilities
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Many, the independent agency known for building participation-led brands and businesses, today announced the acquisition of a majority stake in CatalystXR, an Australian immersive technology studio specializing in XR, VR, AR, and large-scale interactive environments. CatalystXR founder Jamie Gilroy joins The Many as Partner in Charge of Participatory Technology. The acquisition marks the latest chapter in The Many's global expansion, which now spans offices in
Sila Realty Investor Alert: Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC Investigates Adequacy of Price and Process in Proposed Sale of Sila Realty Trust, Inc. - SILA
NEW YORK & NEW ORLEANS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) are investigating the proposed sale of Sila Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: SILA) to affiliates of Blue Owl Real Estate Capital LLC. Under the terms of the proposed transaction, shareholders of Sila Realty will have the right to elect to receive $30.38 in cash for each share of Sila Realty that they own. KSF is seeking to determine whether this
TopBuild Investor Alert: Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC Investigates Adequacy of Price and Process in Proposed Sale of TopBuild Corp. - BLD
NEW YORK & NEW ORLEANS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) are investigating the proposed sale of TopBuild Corp. (NYSE: BLD) to QXO, Inc. (NYSE: QXO). Under the terms of the proposed transaction, shareholders of TopBuild will have the right to elect to receive $505.00 in cash or 20.2 shares of QXO common stock (subject to proration), for each share of TopBuild that they own. KSF is seeking to de
Securities Fraud Investigation Into ADMA Biologics, Inc. (ADMA) Continues – Shareholders Who Lost Money Urged to Contact Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP, a Leading Securities Fraud Law Firm
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP, a leading national shareholder rights law firm, continues its investigation on behalf of ADMA Biologics, Inc. (“ADMA” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: ADMA) investors concerning the Company’s possible violations of the federal securities laws.IF YOU ARE AN INVESTOR WHO LOST MONEY ON ADMA BIOLOGICS, INC. (ADMA), CLICK HERE TO INQUIRE ABOUT POTENTIALLY PURSUING CLAIMS TO RECOVER YOUR LOSS.What Happened?On March 24, 2026, Culper Researc
Securities Fraud Investigation Into PicS N.V. / PicPay Holdings (PICS) Continues – Shareholders Who Lost Money Urged To Contact Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP, a Leading Securities Fraud Law Firm
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP, a leading national shareholder rights law firm, continues its investigation on behalf of PicS N.V., also known as PicPay Holdings (“PicPay” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: PICS) investors concerning the Company’s possible violations of the federal securities laws. IF YOU ARE AN INVESTOR WHO LOST MONEY ON PICS N.V. / PICPAY HOLDINGS (PICS), CLICK HERE TO INQUIRE ABOUT POTENTIALLY PURSUING CLAIMS TO RECOVER YOUR LOSS. What Happened?
Securities Fraud Investigation Into The Simply Good Foods Company (SMPL) Continues – Shareholders Who Lost Money Urged To Contact Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP, a Leading Securities Fraud Law Firm
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP, a leading national shareholder rights law firm, continues its investigation on behalf of The Simply Good Foods Company (“Simply Good” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: SMPL) investors concerning the Company’s possible violations of the federal securities laws. IF YOU ARE AN INVESTOR WHO LOST MONEY ON THE SIMPLY GOOD FOODS COMPANY (SMPL), CLICK HERE TO INQUIRE ABOUT POTENTIALLY PURSUING CLAIMS TO RECOVER YOUR LOSS. What Happened? On O
Securities Fraud Investigation Into Vertical Aerospace Ltd. (EVTL) Continues – Shareholders Who Lost Money Urged To Contact Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP, a Leading Securities Fraud Law Firm
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP, a leading national shareholder rights law firm, continues its investigation on behalf of Vertical Aerospace Ltd. (“Vertical Aerospace” or the “Company”) (NYSE: EVTL) investors concerning the Company’s possible violations of the federal securities laws. IF YOU ARE AN INVESTOR WHO LOST MONEY ON VERTICAL AEROSPACE LTD. (EVTL), CLICK HERE TO INQUIRE ABOUT POTENTIALLY PURSUING CLAIMS TO RECOVER YOUR LOSS. What Happened? On March 24
Metropolitan Bank Holding Corp. Declares Increased Quarterly Common Stock Cash Dividend
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Metropolitan Bank Holding Corp. (the “Company”) (NYSE: MCB), the holding company for Metropolitan Commercial Bank, today announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share on the Company’s common stock (the “Dividend”), an increase of $0.05 from the prior quarterly dividend of $0.20 per share. The Dividend is payable on May 12, 2026 to holders of record of the Company’s common stock at the close of business on May 1, 2026. About Metropolitan Bank Holding Corp. Met
