Curated News Stories

BioUtah's participation in the J.P. Morgan 44th Annual Healthcare Conference highlights Utah's growing influence in the life sciences industry and provides critical networking opportunities for the state's 1,600+ companies.

OptimumBank Holdings has introduced a limited-time owner-occupied commercial real estate financing promotion for Q1 2026, offering competitive terms to support growing businesses while reinforcing its relationship-driven lending approach.

Oncotelic Therapeutics is preparing a first-in-human study of an intravenous Everolimus nanoformulation designed to overcome absorption and tumor-penetration limits of conventional oral cancer treatments through nanoparticle delivery technology.

45Drives, a Canadian enterprise data storage provider, has opened a new office in Kitchener-Waterloo, reinforcing its commitment to national innovation and economic growth through strategic expansion in a key technology hub.

Energy Fuels Inc. released an updated feasibility study for its Vara Mada project in Madagascar, confirming exceptional economics with a $1.8 billion net present value and positioning the company to supply significant U.S. rare earth demand through processing at its Utah facility.

Acclaimed comedian Nathan Macintosh brings his popular stand-up to Chicago's intimate Zanies venue for a limited weekend run, offering fans a rare opportunity to experience his sharp, clean comedy in a small club setting.

UGI Utilities has initiated a natural gas main replacement project in Elizabethtown, Lancaster County, enhancing system safety and reliability while offering conversion opportunities for homes and businesses along the route.

The PR Club has opened nominations for its 58th Annual Bell Ringer Awards, recognizing excellence in public relations, communications, and marketing with new categories reflecting industry innovation.

Datavault AI's strategic deployment of edge network infrastructure with SanQtum AI in major metropolitan areas enables real-time data monetization and AI processing while addressing a multi-billion dollar market opportunity in financial services and insurance sectors.

Xalles Holdings Inc. has implemented significant management changes, including appointing a new CEO and restructuring its corporate strategy to revive growth and strengthen its financial position for 2026.

Tezverse officially launches on January 12 as a Web3 ecosystem where gaming, learning, ownership, and economic activity operate as a unified system built around the TEZ utility token, representing a shift toward participation-driven digital economies with lasting utility.

The 2010 Spyker C8 Spyder, a rare supercar with aviation-inspired design and a 400-horsepower V8, is now on display at the DFW Car & Toy Museum, highlighting its significance as a handcrafted performance machine with celebrity provenance.

The acclaimed child-led stage production Brown Girls Rising returns to Atlanta in late January, offering a powerful theatrical experience that centers young Black girls' emotional journeys while serving as a cultural touchstone to launch Black History Month celebrations.

Sisel International has launched EMPOWER 2026, a company-wide initiative focusing on growth, wellness, and purposeful engagement, reflecting broader industry shifts toward holistic wellness models that integrate physical health with mindset, community, and purpose.

A new economic analysis demonstrates that Packet Welding technology delivers superior return on investment through dramatically lower total cost of ownership compared to legacy heat-sealing methods.

A new review demonstrates that integrating artificial intelligence with physical principles in seismic imaging significantly improves speed and scalability while ensuring physically meaningful results, addressing critical limitations in traditional methods.

Teddy Wong's Dumplings & Wine has entered a Name, Image, and Likeness partnership with TCU Men's Tennis player Duncan Chan, reflecting shared values of discipline and excellence while supporting local athletic talent.

VWEAR's AI-powered virtual fitting room technology launches, allowing shoppers to see how clothes fit on their bodies before purchasing, potentially reducing returns and enhancing online shopping confidence.

RW Thrive has launched CreXo, a new STEM company that unites trusted brands like BirdBrain Technologies and Strawbees to accelerate development of hands-on learning solutions for education and consumer markets.

TG Orthodontics has been selected as a Monmouth Magazine 2026 Top Dentist based on peer nominations, highlighting the practice's clinical excellence and community standing in orthodontic care.

Researchers have developed AI-powered tools that automatically extract experimental data from scientific papers, accelerating the creation of materials property databases that could transform materials science by enabling data-driven discovery and prediction.

Hong Kong's largest-ever delegation to CES 2026, led by HKSTP and HKTDC, secured multiple innovation awards and attracted significant international buyer interest, demonstrating the city's growing prominence as a global technology hub.

The 35th Education & Careers Expo in Hong Kong, running from January 22-25, 2026, offers upgraded career services and themed programming to align education with evolving market needs, supporting Hong Kong's development as an international talent hub.

A new Colorado regulation taking effect January 1, 2026, will impose stricter nitrogen oxide emission limits on newly installed gas furnaces and water heaters, potentially reducing available gas options, increasing costs, and accelerating a shift toward electric alternatives.

Shelly Group appoints Iliyana Krushkova as CFO to strengthen financial operations and support global scaling efforts as the IoT company enters its next growth phase.

Elmos Semiconductor SE has advanced to the Management Level in CDP's Climate Change and Water Security categories with B scores, reflecting the company's coordinated environmental actions and improved sustainability performance.

Meadowbank Strategic Partners has launched Answir.ai, an AI platform that helps public companies provide investors with instant, compliant responses using only verified public disclosures and stock data while tracking engagement analytics.

ParaZero Technologies Ltd. develops multi-layered Counter-UAS systems for military and homeland security applications, addressing evolving drone threats with demonstrated capabilities in real-world scenarios.

LIXTE Biotechnology Holdings has expanded its clinical trial evaluating LB-100 in combination with GSK's Dostarlimab for ovarian clear cell cancer, doubling patient enrollment and adding Northwestern University as a second site, with initial data expected in 2026.

Nvidia's record financial performance from the AI boom has enabled strategic investments in emerging AI companies like Datavault AI Inc., positioning the chipmaker to influence the rapidly evolving artificial intelligence landscape beyond hardware.