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Raiffeisen ex-CEO Vincenz seeks acquittal in Zurich court
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Raiffeisen ex-CEO Vincenz seeks acquittal in Zurich court

Former Raiffeisen Schweiz CEO Pierin Vincenz and business partner Beat Stocker denied harming the bank in closing statements. Prosecutors sought six-year prison terms.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026
Vishay unveils miniature proximity sensor for wearables and AR/VR devices
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Vishay unveils miniature proximity sensor for wearables and AR/VR devices

VCNL36829UM integrates VCSEL, photodiode and ASIC in a 1.6mm x 1.0mm package, offering 44% smaller volume and 14-bit proximity resolution for consumer and industrial applications.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026
Amazon raises Louisiana data center investment to $18 billion
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Amazon raises Louisiana data center investment to $18 billion

Tech giant expands commitment from $12 billion to $18 billion, funding power and water infrastructure while creating up to 750 full-time jobs.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026
Boards urged to consider exits when companies are strongest
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Boards urged to consider exits when companies are strongest

Founders and directors often delay sale talks until distress sets in, but market conditions and buyer interest peak when performance is robust. Strategic advisers outline key signals to watch.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026
DocMorris raises 2026 outlook after H1 Rx revenue growth accelerates
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DocMorris raises 2026 outlook after H1 Rx revenue growth accelerates

Swiss online pharmacy posts 38% H1 revenue growth as prescription volumes surge, lifting full-year guidance and targeting EBITDA breakeven by year-end.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026
Neuenburger Kantonalbank posts flat half-year profit as costs rise
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Neuenburger Kantonalbank posts flat half-year profit as costs rise

Swiss regional lender beats 2025 decline with higher credit volumes and risk release, but warns on second-half outlook amid margin pressure.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026
SolvChem secures expanded credit facility from Amegy Bank
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SolvChem secures expanded credit facility from Amegy Bank

The $14 billion-asset Amegy Bank unit boosts SolvChem’s revolving and term-loan capacity to fund new production lines and organic expansion. Westlake Securities acted as sole financial adviser.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026
L3Harris showcases defense tech at U.S. Army’s Project Convergence
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L3Harris showcases defense tech at U.S. Army’s Project Convergence

L3Harris demonstrated multi-domain communications, electronic warfare and counter-drone systems during the Army’s Capstone 6 exercise in California. The company’s technologies were tested alongside ARX Robotics’ CORVUS-RAVEN system.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026
Mondelez named official snacking partner of Kansas City Chiefs
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Mondelez named official snacking partner of Kansas City Chiefs

Global snack giant Mondelez secures NFL deal to supply Arrowhead Stadium and retail displays in three states. Brands including OREO and RITZ to feature in game-day promotions starting October.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026
Mark Walter’s insurer to divest $6.5 bln in related-party investments
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Mark Walter’s insurer to divest $6.5 bln in related-party investments

Delaware Life Insurance Co will reduce $6.5 billion in Mark Walter-linked holdings to comply with regulatory scrutiny and rating agency concerns over related-party transactions.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026
Comcast unveils Xfinity Shield cybersecurity platform with AI-driven home monitoring
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Comcast unveils Xfinity Shield cybersecurity platform with AI-driven home monitoring

New subscription service integrates malware protection, motion detection and family controls. Shield Select adds smart sensors and emergency response for $15 per month.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026
Crexendo integrates vCon standard into cloud communications platform
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Crexendo integrates vCon standard into cloud communications platform

Version 46 release adds native support for IETF vCon standard, enabling standardized conversational data capture across voice, video and text channels. Over 250 licensees and eight million end users to benefit.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026
Square, OpenTable deepen integration to unify restaurant reservations and payments
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Square, OpenTable deepen integration to unify restaurant reservations and payments

Partnership expands to link reservation data with Square’s transaction and guest analytics across six countries, aiming to streamline operations for 70,000+ venues.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026
Daimler Truck ordered to pay manager €210,000 in gender pay dispute
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Daimler Truck ordered to pay manager €210,000 in gender pay dispute

A female manager at Daimler Truck won a legal battle over alleged gender pay discrimination, securing back pay for 2018-2022. The court ruled in her favor after Daimler failed to disprove bias claims.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026
HASI commits structured equity to Washington wastewater project
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HASI commits structured equity to Washington wastewater project

HA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital invests in Pasco Resource Recovery Center, a 30-year wastewater treatment facility with annual water recycling capacity exceeding one billion gallons. The deal aligns with HASI's $17 billion sustainable infrastructure portfolio.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026
AirJoule, Net Zero Data Center Hub to test heat-to-water tech
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AirJoule, Net Zero Data Center Hub to test heat-to-water tech

Partners plan 2026 pilot to convert data center waste heat into usable water at commercial scale. Collaboration includes Google, Microsoft, Schneider Electric and others.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026
Commvault expands Azure protection coverage to 62% of enterprise resources
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Commvault expands Azure protection coverage to 62% of enterprise resources

Cloud Rewind add-on now covers three times as many Azure resource types, adding policy-based protection and recovery simulations. Expansion targets availability in coming months.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026
Alphabet to acquire Spirit Airlines data for $10 million
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Alphabet to acquire Spirit Airlines data for $10 million

Google parent Alphabet outbids AI firm Mercor in bankruptcy auction for Spirit Airlines' internal business data, excluding customer information. Court approval sought Wednesday.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026
Disney’s ABC sues FCC over broadcast license review process
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Disney’s ABC sues FCC over broadcast license review process

Network alleges regulator’s probe into DEI programs and early license renewals are retaliation for political speech on its shows. FCC denies claims of bias.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026
Disney, ABC sue FCC over broadcast license review threat
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Disney, ABC sue FCC over broadcast license review threat

Media giant files lawsuit to block early license reviews for eight ABC stations, alleging regulatory retaliation over editorial decisions. FCC cites diversity policy investigation as justification.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026
Home Depot rolls out nationwide three-hour express delivery service
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Home Depot rolls out nationwide three-hour express delivery service

Flat-fee service leverages 2,200+ U.S. stores for rapid fulfillment of hardware, tools and paint to doorsteps and job sites. No subscription required.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026
Stratasys, Limbitless Solutions extend 12-year 3D-printing prosthetic partnership
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Stratasys, Limbitless Solutions extend 12-year 3D-printing prosthetic partnership

Expanded collaboration focuses on sustainability, education and global access to 3D-printed prosthetics for children with limb differences. Stratasys donates a refurbished F370 printer to support operations.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026
Academic Alpha appoints Harald Reczek as Partner and Head of Business Development
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Academic Alpha appoints Harald Reczek as Partner and Head of Business Development

Reczek brings over two decades of asset and wealth management experience from EFG International, Credit Suisse and Deutsche Bank to Academic Alpha’s Bern-based team.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026
Morgan Stanley tracks pet food and cat litter sales trends amid shifting consumer demand
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Morgan Stanley tracks pet food and cat litter sales trends amid shifting consumer demand

Pet category growth edged higher in the latest four-week period, with branded players gaining share while private labels cooled. Morgan Stanley cites NielsenIQ data covering major retailers and e-commerce platforms.

Helena Vásquez · 19 Aug 2026