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Gentex to Supply U.S. Army With Advanced Communication Headsets

The U.S. Army has selected Gentex Corporation to supply its Ops-Core AMP Communication Headset for the service's Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) prototyping efforts. These systems are slated for deployment during work-up experiments leading to the Project Convergence Capstone 6 event, aiming to modernize soldier connectivity and protection.

Bank of America Expands Grassroots Campaign Against Digital Fraud

With financial scams surging to $2.1 billion in social media-related losses last year, Bank of America is scaling its defense strategy. The institution plans to host 2,500 in-person educational seminars, dubbed "Scaminars," by the end of 2026 to help consumers identify and block increasingly sophisticated digital threats.

PossibleNOW Adapts Compliance Tools for the Agentic AI Era

As enterprises shift from browser-based workflows to autonomous AI agents, PossibleNOW is launching DNCSolution for Salesforce's Headless360. This new service integrates real-time Do Not Contact compliance directly into AI-to-AI workflows, ensuring that agents—whether Microsoft Copilot or Salesforce Agentforce—verify regulatory eligibility before initiating any customer outreach.

Chenwei Medical Expands Presence in the Americas at WHX Miami 2026

Fresh from the AMCI International Critical Care Congress in Colombia, Chenwei Medical is shifting its focus to the Miami Beach Convention Center. From June 17–19, the manufacturer is presenting its latest suite of respiratory and critical care technologies to healthcare professionals gathering for the WHX Miami 2026 exhibition.

Investors Target Roblox in Securities Fraud Class Action

Investors who purchased Roblox Corporation common stock between October 30, 2025, and April 30, 2026, are being urged to join a pending class action lawsuit. Rosen Law Firm, which initiated the litigation, claims the company misled shareholders regarding its true organic growth potential during the specified period.

Constellis Taps Finance and Tech Veterans for Executive Expansion

Constellis Holdings is reshaping its executive suite to prioritize digital transformation and scalable growth. The Herndon-based risk management firm has appointed Brent A. Pugh as Chief Financial Officer and Tarun Sondhi as Chief Growth & Technology Officer, signaling a push toward integrating advanced technology into its global security operations.

Lightbridge Academy Turns Mud Into a Classroom Tool

Children across the country will trade clean desks for dirt on June 29 as Lightbridge Academy hosts its annual International Mud Day. The franchise, which oversees more than 200 centers, is turning messy play into a structured curriculum designed to build cognitive resilience and sensory processing skills.

Butler National CEO Christopher Reedy Retires

Christopher J. Reedy has stepped down as CEO of Butler National Corporation, effective June 15, 2026, citing health concerns. The Olathe-based company has appointed current Chief Financial Officer Adam Sefchick to serve as interim chief while the board launches a formal search for a permanent successor.

CellGate Debuts Elevator Control and Failover Tech at Apartmentalize

When the National Apartment Association’s Apartmentalize conference convenes in New Orleans this June 17–19, CellGate will occupy booth 1007 to demonstrate how its latest hardware aims to bridge the gap between legacy property infrastructure and modern, cloud-managed security requirements for the multifamily housing sector.

Dutchie Integrates Agentic AI Across Cannabis Retail Ecosystem

Cannabis technology platform Dutchie has unveiled a suite of four AI-powered tools designed to automate dispensary operations and personalize consumer interactions. By embedding agentic technology directly into existing point-of-sale and e-commerce workflows, the company aims to help retailers boost profitability while navigating complex regulatory landscapes across North America.

Edible Arrangements Overhauls Digital Experience with New Mobile App

Atlanta-based Edible Brands is attempting to capture the modern gifting market by launching a redesigned mobile application and a tiered loyalty program. The update aims to streamline the consumer journey through personalized recommendations and automated gift reminders, effectively shifting the brand toward a more data-driven e-commerce model.

America's Tire Enters New York Market with Depew Location

Drivers in Erie County now have access to a new retail option as America's Tire officially opened its first New York storefront. Located at 4972 Transit Road in Depew, the facility represents a strategic expansion for the national retailer, which currently operates more than 1,250 locations across the United States.

DICK'S Sporting Goods Brings Lids Shops Into Retail Locations

Sports fans will soon find a dedicated Lids shop inside more than 100 DICK'S Sporting Goods stores. The partnership, which aims to merge DICK'S national retail footprint with the specialized headwear inventory of Lids, is already live at 46 locations and is slated for completion by late summer 2026.

Michaels Scales In-Store Printing and Framing Across North America

With the goal of turning digital files into physical displays in minutes, Michaels is rolling out expanded printing and custom framing capabilities to its entire North American retail footprint. The move positions the craft chain as a high-speed alternative to traditional photo labs and specialty art studios.

Canary Technologies Debuts AI Agent to Automate Hotel Group Sales

Hotel sales teams are losing revenue to a deluge of unvetted inquiries and the manual labor required to sort through them. San Francisco-based Canary Technologies is moving to solve this bottleneck with a new Agentic Sales Coordinator, an AI-driven tool designed to manage the entire booking lifecycle from initial contact to final confirmation.

Atom Computing and Phasecraft Partner to Target Materials Science

Boulder-based Atom Computing and UK algorithm developer Phasecraft have signed a memorandum of understanding to bridge the gap between neutral-atom hardware and commercial software. The collaboration aims to accelerate quantum utility in energy sectors, specifically targeting advancements in battery chemistry and photovoltaic material discovery.

Kinetico Debuts Tankless Reverse Osmosis System for Modern Kitchens

A 2025 survey of 1,400 U.S. adults found that 58% of households worry about their tap water quality, prompting Kinetico to develop a solution. This summer, the company is launching its first tankless reverse osmosis system, HYDRO ECO, designed to replace bulky traditional units with a streamlined, high-tech filtration profile.

LXT Rolls Out Self-Service Survey Platform via clickworker

With access to a global pool of 10 million contributors, LXT has launched a comprehensive 3-in-1 survey tool through its clickworker subsidiary. The platform integrates audience targeting, survey design, and real-time analytics into a single interface, bypassing traditional subscription models in favor of a flexible, pay-per-response structure.

Serta and Skechers Partner on New Mattress Collection

Serta and Skechers are bringing footwear comfort to the bedroom. The two companies announced a co-branded mattress collection, set to debut at the July 2026 Las Vegas Furniture Market, that adapts signature shoe technologies like Max Cushioning and Arch Fit into a new line of sleep products.

Rheem Launches Universal Endeavor Heat Pump for Residential HVAC

Atlanta-based HVAC manufacturer Rheem has introduced its Endeavor Line Classic Plus Series Top-Discharge Universal Heat Pump, an ENERGY STAR-certified system engineered for broad compatibility. The unit utilizes R-454B refrigerant and variable-speed technology to balance heating and cooling performance across both new construction and existing residential replacement projects.

Rack Attack and RealTruck Launch Store-in-Store Expansion

Vehicle rack specialist Rack Attack is transforming its 45 North American retail locations into hubs for off-road enthusiasts by integrating dedicated RealTruck storefronts. This strategic rollout, which began in California last October, provides customers with hands-on access to premium truck accessories and interactive digital customization tools.

Targeted Nudges Drive Vital End-of-Life Conversations in Cancer Care

Patients with advanced cancer are 79% more likely to discuss and document their care preferences when both they and their oncologists receive timely, targeted prompts. A randomized controlled trial published in the June 2026 issue of JNCCN reveals that simple, well-timed reminders significantly bridge the communication gap in oncology practices.

The Post-Exit Playbook: Why Founders Are Returning to the Fold

Thirteen companies exited under the Champion Leadership Group umbrella in 2025 alone, yet the founders involved are not disappearing. Instead, the firm is formalizing a mandatory retention model, keeping exited entrepreneurs in the community to serve as high-stakes advisors for the next generation of founders navigating similar growth traps.

Iowa State University Honors Card Integrity With Supplier Award

Out of 11,000 vendors, Card Integrity has been named one of ten recipients of Iowa State University’s 2026 Strategic Partnership Award. The honor highlights the firm’s recent work in digitizing the university’s cardholder recertification process, marking the second time the company has secured this recognition since 2022.

Eventide Communications Secures Two Nominations for 2026 ICCA Awards

Little Ferry-based Eventide Communications has earned two finalist spots at the 2026 International Critical Communications Awards. The nominations highlight the company’s push into AI-driven recording solutions, marking a significant recognition of its technical contributions to public safety and mission-critical communications across the global sector.

Canadian surgeons pioneer world-first exosome therapy for burn victims

After a devastating house fire left 18-year-old Kaitlin Jeffrey with severe facial burns, surgeons at Hamilton Health Sciences bypassed traditional skin grafting. They opted for an experimental biological treatment, injecting one trillion lab-grown exosomes into the patient’s damaged tissue to trigger rapid cellular repair and minimize permanent scarring.

ValidMind Launches Atryum to Bring Governance to AI Agents

Financial institutions are increasingly deploying autonomous AI agents capable of moving money and updating records, yet they lack a standard way to oversee these actions. ValidMind is addressing this critical security gap by launching Atryum, an open-source control layer designed to intercept and validate agent behavior in real-time.

Rare Vintage Motorcycles and Petroliana Headline Morphy’s July Auction

A 1940s Harbor Petroleum Products porcelain sign leads a catalog of nearly 1,300 lots, as Morphy Auctions prepares for a two-day sale of rare motoring memorabilia in Denver, Pennsylvania. Running July 15–16, the event features high-grade service station signage alongside iconic American motorcycles from the pre-war and post-war eras.