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James Altucher Says the Next Few Years of AI Could Decide Whose Retirement Savings Keep Up

Tech expert explains the AI shift underway is too big to ignore, and that understanding it now matters more than reacting later Baltimore, MD, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- James Altucher has a message for the millions of Americans watching the AI boom from a distance: this isn't happening to someone else. In a new presentation, the former hedge fund manager argues that the changes now reshaping technology are large enough to touch ordinary people's long-term savings, and that understanding

Madison Pacific Properties Inc. announces the results for the six months ended June 30, 2026 and declares dividend

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Madison Pacific Properties Inc. (the Company) (TSX: MPC and MPC.C), a Vancouver-based real estate company announces the results of operations for the six months ended June 30, 2026. The results reported are pursuant to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) for public companies. For the six months ended June 30, 2026, the Company is reporting a net income of $16.0 million (six months ended June 30, 2025: $22.4 million); c

Osisko Gold Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results

(All dollar amounts are expressed in Canadian dollars, unless stated otherwise) HIGHLIGHTS Q2 2026 (at June 30, 2026) Financial: ~$837.3 million in cash and cash equivalents; sold 5,547 ounces of gold from small-scale mining activities at the Tintic ProjectFinancing: Completed convertible senior notes offering for US$300.0 million in gross proceedsCariboo Gold Project: Continued pre-construction activities including at the Mine Site Complex, excavation of the Valley Portal, and underground devel

Entrepreneur Universe Bright Group Reports Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results

XI'AN, China, Aug. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Entrepreneur Universe Bright Group ("EUBG" or the "Company"), a Nevada corporation, reported its unaudited financial results for the period ended June 30, 2026. Second Quarter 2026 Financial Highlights Revenue: $746,113 for the three months ended June 30, 2026, compared to $1,143,106 during the same period of 2025.Net Loss: $34,495 for the three months ended June 30, 2026, compared to net income of $422,852 during the same period of 2025.Total Comprehe

Evolve Royalties Announces Results of Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Evolve Royalties Ltd. ("Evolve” or the "Company”) (CSE: EVR; OTCQX: EVRYF) is pleased to announce that at its annual and special meeting of shareholders held earlier today (the "Meeting”), Evolve’s shareholders elected Joseph de la Plante, Vincent Metcalfe, Elif Lévesque, Mathieu Gignac and Fraser Laschinger as directors of the Company. Following the Meeting, Evolve’s Board of Directors re-appointed Joseph de la Plante as President a

Silicon Motion Technology Corporation Announces Closing of Upsized Offering of $1,150,000,000 of 0.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2031

Offering includes the exercise in full of the initial purchasers’ option to purchase an additional $150 million principal amount of Notes TAIPEI, Taiwan and MILPITAS, Calif., Aug. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Silicon Motion Technology Corporation (NasdaqGS: SIMO) ("Silicon Motion” or the "Company”), a global leader in designing and marketing NAND flash controllers for solid-state storage devices ("SSDs”), today announced the closing of $1,150,000,000 aggregate principal amount of its 0.00% Conve

Atlas Energy Corp Reports Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results

CALGARY, Alberta, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Atlas Energy Corp. ("Atlas” or the "Company”) (TSXV: ATLE), a TSXV Sandbox issuer, is pleased to announce its financial and operating results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2026. Selected financial and operational information is outlined below and should be read with Atlas’ consolidated financial statements and management’s discussion and analysis ("MD&A”) as of June 30, 2026, which are available on the Company’s SEDAR+ profile at

Agora, Inc. Reports Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Agora, Inc. (NASDAQ: API) (the "Company”), a pioneer and leader in conversational AI and real-time engagement technology, today announced its unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026. "We are pleased to report another quarter of accelerating growth, driven by strength across both our real-time engagement and conversational AI businesses, and our seventh consecutive quarter of GAAP profitability,” said Tony Zhao,

Jackery Debuts Explorer 300D and Gives Attendees Exclusive Show Specials and a Chance to Win an Explorer 1500 Ultra and Antigravity A1 360 Drone System at National 4x4 Outdoors Show Melbourne

Bridging the gap between a standard power bank and a full-size power station, Jackery introduces the direct-DC Explorer 300D alongside its complete Australian ecosystem, plus show specials and a chance to win an Explorer 1500 Ultra and Antigravity A1 360 drone system, purpose-built for every stage of off-grid travel SYDNEY, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jackery, a global leader in solar generators and innovative portable power solutions, today announced its largest Australian showcase to dat

Jackery and Insta360-Incubated Antigravity Bring Off-Grid Drone Power Solutions to Australia at National 4x4 Outdoors Show Melbourne

Jackery x Antigravity showcases a portable off-grid charging setup designed to help adventurers, road-trippers and content creators keep drone batteries and essential creator gear powered while capturing Australia’s vast landscapes SYDNEY, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jackery, a global leader in solar generators and innovative portable power solutions, has announced a creator-focused collaboration with Antigravity, the Insta360-incubated drone brand behind the Antigravity A1, at the Nationa

Foods Connected Acquires HarvestMark Quality Insights Platform From iFoodDS

The acquisition demonstrates Foods Connected’s commitment to expanding quality and food safety capabilities in North America and Australia. DERRY/LONDONDERRY, Northern Ireland, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Foods Connected, the global food supply chain software platform for supplier compliance and quality inspection, today announced it has acquired HarvestMark Quality Insights, a food quality inspection and insights solution, from iFoodDS, a leading provider of food traceability solutions. T

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French Olympic gold medalist Florent Manaudou announces retirement

PARIS — French six-time Olympic medallist Florent Manaudou, who has not competed since 2024, announced on Thursday that he was retiring from swimming at the age of 35. "Two years on from the Paris Olympics, that's it -- I'm announcing my retirement. It will take place on Saturday" during a ceremony at the European swimming championships in Paris, said the London Games 50m freestyle gold medallist. After winning two bronze medals in the 50m freestyle and the 4x100m medley relay at the Paris

Diginex Grows Revenue 77%, Remains Debt-Free as Sustainability RegTech Platform Takes Shape Following Strategic Acquisitions

Accelerated global scaling through three strategic cross-border acquisitions, PlanA.earth GmbH ("Plan A”), Matter DK ApS ("Matter”), and The Remedy Project Limited ("The Remedy Project”), unifying regulatory compliance capabilities to serve corporate and institutional clients worldwide.Appointed Lorenzo Romano as Deputy Chairman, Lubomila Jordanova as Chief Executive Officer and integrated leadership from the Company’s strategic acquisitions, advancing platform unification and global scaling and

Verizon readies for Tropical Storm Lala; Offers tips for Hawai’i residents and businesses

At a glance Strengthened network infrastructure: Verizon has prepared its Hawai’i network with backup generators, satellite assets, and pre-staged equipment designed for reliability during severe weather.Proactive collaboration: Verizon is working directly with the Hawai’i Emergency Management Agency (HIEMA), local power providers, and public safety officials to support critical infrastructure.Customer resources: Verizon offers essential digital preparedness steps to help residents and businesse

BridgeBio Pharma Announces Launch of Secondary Offering of Common Stock on Behalf of an Existing Shareholder

PALO ALTO, Calif., Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BridgeBio Pharma, Inc. (Nasdaq: BBIO) ("BridgeBio”), a commercial-stage, multi-product biopharmaceutical company focused on developing medicines for genetic conditions, announced today the launch of a secondary public offering of 5,000,000 shares of its common stock by the selling stockholder KKR Genetic Disorder L.P. The Company is not selling any shares and will not receive any of the proceeds of the offering. William Blair, Goldman Sachs &

Leading Dining-and-Bar Brand COMMUNE Makes Hong Kong Debut with All-Day Concept

HONG KONG, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- COMMUNE, an all-day dining-and-bar brand, has officially entered the Hong Kong market with the opening of its first location at Lee Garden Three in Causeway Bay. The opening marks an important step in COMMUNE's expansion into international markets. It introduces its all-day operating model to Hong Kong, extending the dining and social experience from daytime meals through to evening drinks. A Decade of Growth Built on the All-Day Dining-and-Bar Model Over

Valneva Half-Year 2026 Financial Report

Valneva Half-Year 2026 Financial Report Attachment Financial Report HY1 2026 (EN) (2026-08-12) (002)

DFDS TO CONVENE EGM TO ELECT NEW BOARD MEMBERS. CHAIR STEPPING DOWN

COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT no. 22 - 13 August 2026 Following a request from DFDS’ largest shareholder, Lauritzen Fonden Holding ApS, made pursuant to section 89 of the Danish Companies Act and article 5.4 of the Company’s Articles of Association, DFDS will convene an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) to propose the election of Niels Smedegaard and Jan Johan Kühl as new members of the Board of Directors ("the Board”). In light of the development of DFDS’ future strategy and subsequent execution, Laur

Toll Brothers Announces New Waterfront Luxury Home Community Coming Soon to Yulee, Florida

Maris Cove offers waterfront living with expansive home designs in an exclusive gated community YULEE, Fla., Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE:TOL), the nation's leading builder of luxury homes, today announced its newest community, Maris Cove, is coming soon to Yulee, Florida. Ideally situated along the Intracoastal Waterway, Maris Cove will be a private, gated waterfront community offering just 30 expansive single-family home sites. Site work is underway near Fernandi

Annual General Meeting in Bang & Olufsen a/s

At today’s Annual General Meeting, the following resolutions were approved in accordance with the agenda. The general meeting took note of the Board of Directors' report, approved the company's audited annual report for the financial year 2025/26 and granted discharge to the company's Executive Management Board and Board of Directors. Furthermore, the general meeting resolved that no dividend should be paid and that the year’s profit was to be carried forward to the next financial year. The gene

AIM Global Foundation Strengthens UAE-India Investment Dialogue Ahead of AIM Congress 2026

MUMBAI, India, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AIM Global Foundation advanced its engagement with India’s investment and business community during a visit by its Chairman, Dawood Al Shezawi, from 5 to 8 August 2026. Conducted as part of the Foundation’s international roadshow, the visit supported preparations for the 15th edition of AIM Congress, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. Duri

Treasury Bill Auction Announcement - RIKV 27 0217

SeriesRIKV 27 0217ISINIS0000039535Maturity Date02/17/2027Auction Date08/17/2026Settlement Date08/19/2026 On the Auction Date, between 10:30 am and 11:00 am, the Government Debt Management will auction Treasury bills in the Series, with the ISIN number and with the Maturity Date according to the table above. Payments for the Treasury bills must be received by the Central Bank before 14:00 on the Settlement Date and the Bills will be delivered in electronic form on the same day. Further reference

New DOLE assistant secretary for Visayas and Mindanao takes oath

MANILA, Philippines — Former General Santos representative Loreto Acharon took oath on Thursday as an assistant secretary of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE). Labor Secretary Francis Tolentino administered the oath of office at the department's central office in Intramuros. "An Assistant Secretary for Regional Operations - Visayas and Mindanao, ASec. Acharon will oversee the execution of labor programs and ensure the seamless delivery of services to workers across the Visayas