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The "Indonesia Data Center Market - Investment Analysis & Growth Opportunities 2025-2030" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

The law firm of Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP (www.ktmc.com) informs investors that a securities class action lawsuit has been filed against The Bancorp, Inc. (“Bancorp”) (NASDAQ: TBBK) on behalf of those who purchased or otherwise acquired Bancorp securities between January 25, 2024, and March 4, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”). The lead plaintiff deadline is May 16, 2025.

The "Global Market for Sustainable Chemical Feedstocks 2025-2035" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

The Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA), the global governing body for motorsport and the federation for mobility organisations worldwide, will shortly be in Miami for the FIA Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix.

DLA, LLC (DLA), a leading accounting advisory firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jimmy Solis as a Partner in the Firm’s Accounting Advisory business. Jimmy is based in DLA’s recently opened Dallas office and will lead the firm’s newly established Operational Accounting Advisory practice.

Cadence (Nasdaq: CDNS) today announced a significant expansion of its portfolio of design IP optimized for Intel 18A and Intel 18A-P technologies and certification of Cadence® digital and analog/custom design solutions for the latest Intel 18A process design kit (PDK). These advancements are being showcased today at Intel Foundry Direct Connect, underscoring Cadence’s continued leadership in driving industry innovation for artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML), high-performance computing (HPC) and advanced mobility applications through its strategic partnership with Intel Foundry.

Braskem (B3: BRKM3, BRKM5, and BRKM6; NYSE: BAK; LATIBEX: XBRK), the largest polyolefins producer in the Americas, as well as a global market leader and pioneer producer of biopolymers on an industrial scale, and Fitesa, one of the world’s largest nonwoven manufacturers and the first company to produce Spunbond nonwovens with I’m green™ bio-based polyethylene, are proud to announce the use of Braskem’s I’m green™ bio-based high-density polyethylene (HDPE) designed specifically for nonwoven applications.

Today at Intel Foundry Direct Connect, the company will share progress on multiple generations of its core process and advanced packaging technologies. The company will also announce new ecosystem programs and partnerships, and welcome industry leaders to discuss how a systems foundry approach enables collaboration with partners and unlocks innovation for customers.

The Television Bureau of Advertising (TVB) announced today that Steve Lanzano, President and Chief Executive Officer of TVB, will retire at the end of 2025. Lanzano has served as the head of the trade association since January 2010, providing outstanding leadership and advocacy for America’s local broadcast television industry.

Lively, Inc., a top-rated health and lifestyle benefits platform* known for building the modern Health Savings Account (HSA), today announced the launch of its new AI-powered bundle designed to reduce administrative burden for HR and benefits teams, while helping employees confidently navigate their health and wellness benefits.

American Lending Center (ALC) has been named to the Financial Times’ list of America’s Fastest-Growing Companies 2025, coming in at 171.

The "Vietnam Crawler Excavator Market - Strategic Assessment & Forecast 2024-2029" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Skanska, a leading global construction and development firm, today announced the launch of Safety Sidekick, an AI-powered assistant designed to transform job site safety by delivering instant safety guidance to teams across the country.

The "Global Market for Advanced Fire Protection Materials 2025-2035" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

UDT (United Data Technologies), a national K-12 technology leader focused on delivering managed services, today announced that it has won the competitive bid to provide managed internet access and telecommunications services to Anderson County Schools.

Latus Bio Inc. (Latus), a biotechnology company pioneering advances in AAV gene therapy, has announced upcoming oral and poster presentations at the American Society for Gene and Cell Therapy (ASGCT) Annual Meeting, which is being held from May 13-17th, 2025 in New Orleans, LA. These presentations showcase progress toward advancing Latus’ novel AAV capsid variants - AAV-DB-3 and AAV-Ep+ - to address Huntington’s Disease and CLN2 Batten Disease, respectively.

Researchers at Northwell Health’s Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research have developed an artificial intelligence (AI)-based tool that identifies a brain metabolic network capable of predicting psychosis in Alzheimer's disease (AD). This discovery, published this week in Brain Communications, offers a potential breakthrough for earlier diagnosis, treatment development and personalized medicine for individuals with AD.

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KnowBe4, the world-renowned cybersecurity platform that comprehensively addresses human risk management, announced that cybersecurity industry veteran Bryan Palma has been appointed president and chief executive officer of KnowBe4, effective May 5. KnowBe4’s founder and current chief executive officer Stu Sjouwerman has transitioned to the role of executive chairman.

BCI Summit 2025 – AI: ROI + Governance today announced its latest speaker lineup, confirming over 35 top executives from Fortune 500 companies as featured speakers at the exclusive technology leadership summit.

Diligent, the leading governance, risk and compliance (GRC) SaaS company, today announced a strategic partnership with Cloudflare, the leading connectivity cloud company, and Qualys, a leading provider of disruptive cloud-based IT, security and compliance solutions, to revolutionize the way Chief Information Security Officers (CISO) and security leaders communicate cyber risk to the board of directors. The Cyber Risk Report – available on the Diligent One Platform – will integrate Cloudflare’s real-time threat intelligence, Qualys’ best-in-class risk surface insights, and Diligent’s cyber risk dashboard to deliver a real-time view of the most pressing cyber threats for organizations.

Quiznos, the iconic sandwich brand known for its bold flavors and toasted subs, today announced the soft opening of its newest location at 2505 Veteran's Memorial Drive, off Exit 99 on I-55 in Cape Girardeau, MO. This marks Quiznos’ third location in the state, joining stores in Kansas City and Branson, and introduces the brand to a thriving new community.

The "Colombia Data Center Market - Investment Analysis & Growth Opportunities 2025-2030" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

In a global retail environment where market conditions vary widely by region, Athos Commerce is helping brands stay focused on what drives results. Rather than pulling back, leading retailers are choosing to double down on the areas that deliver — expanding into new regions, optimizing product strategy, and personalizing shopper experiences that convert.

AM Best will be a sponsor and exhibitor at the annual NAIIA conference at The Sagamore Resort in Bolton Landing, NY, May 13-16, 2025. Visit AM Best at booth 7 to learn about Best's Insurance Professional Resources and for a chance to win a Bose speaker. Doug Doremus, associate director, business development, will be available to discuss the strategic value of becoming a qualified member of Best's Insurance Professional Resources. Qualified members receive:

401GO, a next generation retiretech innovator, and Apex Fintech Solutions Inc. (“Apex”), an innovation launchpad for the global investment ecosystem, have entered into a strategic collaboration. Through this alliance, 401GO will leverage Apex’s advanced technology solutions to transform and expand its service offerings, delivering a retirement planning experience that is designed to rival a full-service investment platform.

Lightning poses significant fire risks to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), causing billions of dollars in damage annually, according to the Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I) and the Lightning Protection Institute (LPI).

Williams’ (NYSE: WMB) board of directors has approved a regular dividend of $0.50 per share, or $2.00 annualized, on the company’s common stock, payable on June 30, 2025, to holders of record at the close of business on June 13, 2025.

Syniverse, the world's most connected company®, has joined the GSMA Open Gateway initiative, a global effort to make mobile networks more accessible to developers and businesses through standardized technology. As one of Open Gateway's newest channel partners, Syniverse will help expand awareness of open network APIs so companies can build and deliver digital services with greater speed, security, and scale.

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AGY, a leading producer of high-performance glass fiber reinforcements, is proud to announce the development and commercial launch of its new single-end lightweight S2 Glass® roving, engineered to deliver exceptional strength, stiffness, and impact resistance for advanced composite applications.

Wilshire Advisors LLC (“Wilshire”) a leading global financial services firm, today announced the appointment of Jason Schwarz to Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. He succeeds current CEO, Andy Stewart, who will assume the role of Executive Chairman and continue to provide strategic guidance and support to the executive team, focusing on long-term vision, M&A, and growth initiatives.

TechTarget's Enterprise Strategy Group (ESG), a leading IT analyst, research, and strategy firm, and OpenVPN announced the publication of their research study, "Secure Access Technology Trends." The report delves into the ways small and mid-sized businesses specifically utilize secure remote access strategies, including zero trust network access (ZTNA) and VPN technologies. The report also uncovered the ways the US is leading the charge when it comes to embracing zero trust initiatives.

Praxis Health Advanced Primary Care and Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon are collaborating to support members’ health and well-being through two new clinics opening May 1 that will increase access to primary care as part of a new, patient-centered approach.

Revelyst Inc., a collective of world-class maker brands that design and manufacture performance gear and precision technologies, and Evolution USA, LLC, a leading U.S.-based licensing agency, today announced a multiyear partnership under which Evolution will secure licensing deals for a select number of Revelyst’s iconic outdoor brands.

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming an increasingly powerful tool in the workplace. At science organizations like national laboratories, its use has the potential to accelerate scientific discovery in critical areas.

Each year, Thales powers one in three smart civil IDs (official electronic documents) issued worldwide, highlighting the company’s key role in shaping the future of identities and helping governments and citizens transition smoothly to digital. With its Civil Identity Suite, Thales enables the issuance and management of both physical and digital identities, as well as all means of enrolling citizens and enabling seamless ID verification for access to services, both in-person and online.

7 Brew, the drive-thru beverage concept reimagining the industry with its speed of service, premium-quality drinks, and high-energy hospitality, today announced the appointment of Stephanie Quillen as its first Chief People Officer. As 7 Brew continues its bold national expansion, the new Chief People Officer role is designed to build the people, systems and strategy needed to support a brand that is fast-growing, fun and brimming with opportunity.

Genians, a leader in Universal ZTNA solutions, proudly honors its top global partners for 2024 while accelerating its international expansion. Through strong collaboration with partners worldwide, Genians continues to drive the global adoption of its Zero Trust Access Platform, powered by Device Platform Intelligence (DPI), Network Access Control (NAC), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR).

Near Space Labs today announced $20 million in Series B funding to accelerate delivery of its ultra-high-resolution, frequent aerial imagery across the continental United States. Bold Capital Partners, founded by entrepreneur Peter Diamandis of XPRIZE and Singularity University, led the round, with participation from USAA, Climate Capital, Gaingels, and River Park Ventures, joined by existing investors Crosslink Capital, Third Sphere, Draper Associates, and others.

Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) today announced its board of directors approved a quarterly common stock dividend of $0.40 per share, payable June 1, 2025, to stockholders of record on May 9, 2025.

The need for skilled construction workers is at a critical point, but despite an increase in female workers, about 90 percent of construction workers are still male. The industry will have to close the gender gap if it wants to meet demand.1

New Relic, the Intelligent Observability company, published its State of Observability for Financial Services and Insurance report, which offers insights into the adoption and business value of observability for the financial services and insurance industry. The report, based on insights from financial services and insurance industry professionals surveyed in New Relic’s 2024 Observability Forecast, illustrates that artificial intelligence (AI) is core to observability practices, with some 41% of respondents reporting AI adoption as a core driver of observability.

CIV, an investment firm focused on backing and building transformative companies reshaping critical industries, today announced the close of its inaugural CIV Fund One. The fund is oversubscribed with more than $210 million in capital commitments.

Pioneer Institute has released the 2025 edition of its Tax–Credit Education Scholarship Toolkit, a resource for state policymakers looking to expand educational opportunity through tax–credit scholarship (TCS) programs. These programs allow individual and corporate taxpayers to receive tax credits for donations to scholarship-granting organizations (SGOs), which in turn fund students attending schools other than their assigned district schools.

The American Water Charitable Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization established by American Water, the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., recently awarded Water and Environment grants to nine organizations totaling $209,674, supporting communities served by New Jersey American Water.

VSoft Corporation, a trusted provider of technology solutions for nearly three decades, is ushering in a new era of innovation, focused on modernizing core banking with API-first, real-time solutions for banks and credit unions.

Embassy Office Parks REIT (NSE: EMBASSY / BSE: 542602) (‘Embassy REIT’), India’s first listed REIT and the largest office REIT in Asia by area, reported results today for the fourth quarter and full year ended March 31, 2025.

Nickelodeon, GEA Live, and Senbla today announced Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert – The 20th Anniversary Tour will kick off on Sunday, September 14 in Iowa City and tour more than 80 cities worldwide this fall, including Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Boston, London, Berlin, Vienna, Stockholm and many more to be announced. Audiences will be immersed in a two-hour performance with a live orchestra that brings the show’s iconic musical score to life in perfect harmony paired with visual highlights and favorite moments from all three seasons of the series. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 2 at www.avatarinconcert.com. The news comes as Nickelodeon celebrates the milestone 20th anniversary of Avatar: The Last Airbender with all-new original digital content across the Paramount ecosystem, one-of-a-kind experiences, and brand new consumer products and games.

Today, Torii, the leader in SaaS Management, unveiled Torii Eko—the industry’s first agentic SaaS Management Platform—ushering in a new era of AI-powered execution for modern software management. Torii Eko includes three intelligent in-platform agents: Eko Assist, available today; and Eko Insight and Eko Act, both coming later this year. Together, they deliver context-rich insights and action exactly when and where teams need it.

The Massachusetts’ economy has been disproportionally harmed and could lose billions of dollars per year as a result of recent Trump Administration policies, according to a new study from Boston University Questrom School of Business.

Seward & Kissel LLP is pleased to announce that Caroline M. Lee has joined the Firm’s New York office as a partner in its Corporate Group.

Churchill Stateside Group, LLC (“CSG”), a real estate and renewable energy financial services company, is proud to announce the closing of a $7,865,000 forward-committed permanent loan for The Reserve at Hunter Trace, a new 95-unit affordable senior living housing development located in Lancaster, Ohio.

Colgate-Palmolive (NYSE:CL) President, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, John Hazlin, and Chief Investor Relations Officer and EVP, M&A, John Faucher, will participate in a fireside chat at the Goldman Sachs Global Staples Forum on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 8:15 am ET.

German medical technology development service provider Corscience has joined AdvaMed, the Advanced Medical Technology Association - the world’s leading MedTech trade organization. With this move, Corscience aligns itself with AdvaMed’s mission to improve global access to safe, affordable and high-performance medical technologies.

Creyon Bio, Inc. (“Creyon”) today announced a global licensing and multi-target research collaboration with Eli Lilly and Company (“Lilly”) focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of novel RNA-targeted oligonucleotide (oligo) therapies for a broad range of diseases. As a part of the collaboration, Creyon will leverage its industry-first AI-Powered Oligo Engineering Engine to design and optimize new drug candidates for Lilly’s named targets on time scales not previously achievable in nucleic acid drug development.

The City of McAllen has engaged Apps Associates, a premier enterprise applications and technology advisor, to lead a major initiative to modernize its Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and elevate the level of service it delivers to constituents. In partnership with DLT Solutions, LLC (“DLT”), a TD SYNNEX company, the project combines full suite Oracle Cloud implementation with Change Management expertise to enhance internal operations and ensure McAllen’s service excellence continues to scale with future community needs.

Cymulate, the leader in threat exposure validation, today, at the annual RSAC Conference 2025, announced its partnership with leading AI-powered cybersecurity platform, SentinelOne. The collaboration combines the security offerings of both Cymulate and SentinelOne to deliver self-healing endpoint security that empowers organizations to increase protection for every endpoint on their network.

Vaquero Midstream, a natural gas gathering and processing midstream company operating in the Delaware Basin, announced plans for two major system expansion projects – a new 70-mile 24-inch high-pressure pipeline loop and a 200 million cubic feet per day (MMcf/d) cryogenic processing plant to increase Vaquero’s gathering capabilities from the state line area down to its expanded processing complex near the Waha Hub area in Texas.

CoreX, a next-generation ServiceNow consultancy and NewSpring Holdings platform company, today announced the successful completion of its acquisition of Volteo, LLC, an Elite ServiceNow partner. The company also unveiled a significant investment in Guadalajara, Mexico by expanding its Agentic AI Laboratory dedicated to ServiceNow innovation.

The BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Foundation has announced it is investing in three new BlueCross Healthy Place projects in 2025.

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Inspira Health is proud to announce new leadership for its Foundation Board of Trustees. The board is dedicated to promoting philanthropy that supports critical Inspira Health programs that foster healthier communities.

Aulos™ Bioscience, an immuno-oncology company working to revolutionize cancer care through development of its lead immune-activating antibody therapeutic, today presented positive results from its Phase 1/2 dose escalation and cohort expansion study of its investigational candidate AU-007. The data were shared in a poster presentation at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting in Chicago, Illinois.

Epsilon in collaboration with Tufts University will launch a new research institute at the School of Engineering at Tufts focused on materials science and engineering with an $11.5 million sponsorship. The Tufts Epsilon Materials Institute will work towards advanced innovations in battery materials that address global challenges in energy and sustainability. By promoting collaboration between academia and industry, the Institute will contribute to a more sustainable and circular economy for various sectors.

Changes in U.S. trade policy have contributed to a growing sentiment of unease and insecurity among frontline workers — those engaged in shift work or non-salaried employees, who typically have to be present in a specific place at an assigned time to do their job — roles which are often sensitive to market fluctuations and price increases.

A new book published April 29, 2025, promises to disrupt the advertising industry's status quo and potentially save marketers millions of dollars annually. Hacking Advertising: How We Learned to Make Ads Without the Agency (And You Can Too) by Jon Sneider provides a detailed road map for companies to create higher-quality advertising at a fraction of traditional costs.

Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) today announced it has successfully integrated pari-mutuel horse race wagering into the Caesars Sportsbook app in two U.S. jurisdictions ahead of this year’s Kentucky Derby. Now, horse racing fans in Kentucky and Colorado can conveniently toggle between the elevated sports wagering experience on the Caesars Sportsbook app and the Caesars Racebook wagering interface, powered by NYRA Bets.

ISN, the global leader in contractor and supplier information management services, announced its partnership with Safety Function, a leader in evidence-based safety, led by Dr. Matthew Hallowell. Through this partnership, ISN contractor customers gain exclusive, unlimited access to 10 Safety Function training courses within the ISNetworld® Learning Management System (LMS) platform at no additional fee. Available courses include the Energy Wheel, High-Energy Hazards and Direct Controls, and High-Energy Control Assessments (HECA®).

Weave (NYSE: WEAV), a leading all-in-one customer experience and payments software platform for small and medium-sized healthcare businesses, ranked in the top 50 on G2’s 2025 Best Software Awards for the Best Healthcare Software Products list.

Identity is the new attack perimeter — and it’s breaking. A recent Cloud Security Alliance report revealed that 95% of organizations experienced a cloud-related breach in the past 18 months. Of those, 99% cited insecure identities as the root cause.

The MolinaCares Accord (“MolinaCares”), in collaboration with Molina Healthcare of Nevada (“Molina”), announced a $150,000 grant to High Sierra Area Health Education Center (“High Sierra AHEC”), expanding Area Health Education Center (“AHEC”) pathway programs that enhance the health care workforce by empowering students from underserved communities to pursue health care careers.

Square announced new Square Banking tools that give sellers instant access to their cash flow and free, easier ways to manage their earnings. Today, business owners can conveniently sign up for a Square payments account and a free Square Checking¹ account in just minutes through one streamlined application—right on Square’s website and point of sale app. In addition, Square Savings accounts now feature new personalized savings recommendations, informed by cash flow data and industry insights, to make it easy for sellers to organize their funds into folders for key expenses like taxes and supplies.

FUJIFILM Cellular Dynamics, Inc., a leading developer and manufacturer of human induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC), today announces the appointment of Delara Motlagh, as its new chief operating officer (COO) effective immediately.

Summize, a leader in contract lifecycle management (CLM) solutions, today announced the launch of its next-generation CLM platform. The enhanced solution introduces agentic AI with Summize Intelligent Agents (SIA), giving in-house legal teams powerful new ways to review contracts, improve redline accuracy, and surface actionable summaries faster than ever before.