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EsRā of Dunca Sprawling Inc. Releases “IN THE INSANE ASYLUM” — A Haunting, Radical Reinterpretation of Koko Taylor, Now Streaming Worldwide via TSLĀ Records
EsRā of Dunca‑Sprawling Inc. has released “IN THE INSANE ASYLUM,” a dark, industrial reimagining of Koko Taylor’s blues classic. Distributed via TSLĀ Records, the track anchors the EP DISCOED, inverting the original plea for freedom into a narrative of voluntary confinement and co-dependent self-destruction. EsRā—the first American Geisha—blends ritualistic precision with glitch-synth and trap textures, linking the song to his memoir Wallflower of the Year and film Most Horrible Things. - April 22, 2026 - DAISY DAISY 333
artisJet’s BEC1GO Wins Edison Gold for Immersive & Interactive Printing Technology
artisJet’s BEC1GO technology has been awarded Gold at the Edison Awards in the Immersive & Interactive Technology category. By enabling color, Braille, and texture printing in one process, BEC1GO brings practical innovation to applications such as signage, personalization, and brand customer experience. - April 19, 2026 - artisJet
actAVA.ai to Participate as Featured Speaker in Suncoast Ventures Gateway Conference on Healthcare Innovation
actAVA.ai will sponsor and speak at the Suncoast Ventures 2nd Annual Gateway Conference in San Francisco on April 14–15, 2026. CEO Kevin Riley will lead the panel “The Moneyball Guide to Winning the World Series of AI” to address the AI technology-readiness gap. actAVA's KORA agent factory enables healthcare organizations to deploy production-grade, model-independent AI agents safely at scale. - April 14, 2026 - actAVA.ai
Sustainable Innovation Council Signs MoU with Roma Tre University to Expand Global Climate Innovation Collaboration
The Sustainable Innovation Council has signed a memorandum of understanding with Roma Tre University to collaborate on sustainability, research, and innovation initiatives. The agreement establishes a framework for academic exchange, joint programs, and connections to global ecosystems, including Silicon Valley. The partnership aims to strengthen pathways for scaling climate and sustainability technologies by linking research, capital, and international networks. - April 09, 2026 - Sustainable Innovation Council
Alera Bio Announces Exclusive Licensing Agreement with BLA Technology to Expand Thyroid Hormone Intellectual Property Portfolio
Alera Bio has secured an exclusive global license from BLA Technology, LLC for thyroid hormone-related IP, strengthening its platform for MCT-8 deficiency. The deal expands Alera’s ability to target both neurological and systemic disease drivers, supports its lead program AB-101, reduces development risk, and enables future pipeline growth. - April 09, 2026 - Alera Bio
Alera Bio Appoints Andrew Eisen, MD, PhD, as Chief Scientific Officer
Alera Bio has appointed Andrew Eisen, MD, PhD, as Chief Scientific Officer, bringing over 20 years of experience in translational medicine and clinical development. With deep expertise in neuroscience, metabolic disease, and myelination, Dr. Eisen will lead the advancement of Alera’s lead program, AB-101, and help drive its mission to develop transformative therapies for patients with severe neurological disorders, including MCT-8 deficiency. - April 08, 2026 - Alera Bio
Endless Void — The Silicon Valley International Contemporary Art Exhibition Successfully Presented in Silicon Valley, USA
On the evening of March 26, 2026, the opening reception of “Endless Void — The Silicon Valley International Contemporary Art Exhibition” was held at ArtX Gallery in Silicon Valley, San Francisco Bay Area. - March 30, 2026 - Gallery NAT
The New Frontier of Organic Olive Oil: Redoro Clinches Prestigious "Sol D’Oro" Gold
Redoro S.r.l. has won the 2026 Sol D’Oro for "Big Producers Organic." Producing over 1 million liters, this 1895-founded company beat 315 international samples. For the first time in 20 years, climate change is shifting excellence northward. Higher latitudes are now yielding superior aromas. This win marks a new geography of quality, as Northern Italy’s hills redefine the global olive oil standard. - March 28, 2026 - Redoro
Laguna Creek Secures $6.3 Million Series A Funding to Transform the Indigenous Tourism Economy
Investment by Dali Capital Partners will fund further innovation and marketing for groundbreaking PMS, POS and booking platform. - March 27, 2026 - Laguna Creek
SignaBlok Receives Orphan Drug Designation from FDA for a First-in-Class TREM-1 Peptide Inhibitor for the Treatment of Retinopathy of Prematurity
SignaBlok, Inc., a preclinical stage biotechnology company pioneering novel, first-in-class peptide therapies for multiple inflammation-associated diseases, today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Orphan Drug Designation to the Company’s TREM-1 peptide... - March 27, 2026 - SignaBlok, Inc.
SignaBlok to Present Novel Approach to Preventing Cancer Recurrence at the 2026 American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting
• In experimental pancreatic cancer, macrophage-targeted but not cell-unspecific TREM-1 inhibitor: 1) prevents cancer recurrence, improves complete response rate and survival, when administered in a time window of 7 days after standard-of-care (SOC) chemotherapy, and 2) reverses immunosuppression and overcomes cancer resistance to anti-PD-L1 immunotherapy - March 26, 2026 - SignaBlok, Inc.
SaintQuant Launches AI-Powered Crypto Trading Bot Platform
SaintQuant, an Australian technology company headquartered in Cairns, has officially launched its AI-powered crypto trading bot platform, designed to provide automated quantitative trading solutions for the volatile cryptocurrency market. - March 26, 2026 - SaintQuant
Web Marketing Association Launches Search for Best Technology Websites of 2026
The Web Marketing Association has opened entries for the 30th Annual WebAward Competition, inviting technology companies worldwide to compete for recognition as the best technology websites of 2026. Websites will be evaluated on design, innovation, usability, and technical performance. Winners receive industry recognition and valuable benchmarking insights. Entry deadline: May 29, 2026. - March 25, 2026 - Web Marketing Association
Bay Area Startup Permitio.ai Launches AI Agent for HVAC Permits
San Francisco-based Permitio.ai lets HVAC contractors file mechanical, energy-code, and heat-pump permits instantly. - March 23, 2026 - Permitio
bypodr Updates Platform with AI Livestream and Dropshipping Tools for Cross-Border Sellers
New system combines product sourcing, livestream features, and fulfillment support in one platform. - March 20, 2026 - bypodr Inc.
General Vision, Inc. Joins the Lattice Semiconductor Partner Network
Pioneer Neuromorphic AI Company Brings World's Fastest Edge Inference and Lifelong Learning to Lattice's Low Power FPGA Ecosystem - March 18, 2026 - General Vision Inc.
Open Registration for CMG Alliance + CAPCC’s "Empowered to Win Government Contracts" Program
CMG Alliance and the California Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce (CAPCC) launched the fully funded Empowered to Win Government Contracts Program across 21 states, helping growth-stage businesses compete for contracts. Participants receive workshops, AI tools, and up to 10 hours of 1:1 consulting. Running through August 31, 2026, the program focuses on execution, proposal development, and winning contracts. - March 18, 2026 - CMG Alliance
San Francisco Author William Sauro Publishes Legal Thriller "The Frame" Set in the City
Longtime San Francisco resident William Sauro has added a new chapter to his career with the publication of his novel The Frame, a legal thriller set against the backdrop of the city he has called home for decades. - March 15, 2026 - William Sauro
Advertising Industry Websites Take the Spotlight in the 2026 WebAward Competition
Advertising agencies worldwide are invited to compete in the 30th Annual WebAward Competition, where the Web Marketing Association will recognize the best advertising websites of 2026. Websites will be judged on creativity, strategy, innovation, and user experience. Agencies gain industry recognition, expert feedback, and valuable marketing exposure. The entry deadline is May 29, 2026. - March 12, 2026 - Web Marketing Association
Web Marketing Association Launches 30th Annual WebAwards to Honor Top Websites of 2026
The Web Marketing Association has opened entries for the 30th annual WebAward Competition, recognizing the best websites of 2026 across 86 industry categories. Judged on seven criteria including design, innovation, content, and usability, the WebAwards celebrate excellence in website development worldwide. Entries are accepted through May 29, 2026, with winners announced in September. - March 12, 2026 - Web Marketing Association
Excerion Sun LLC Launches Hi Stakes Market Game on iOS and Android
Excerion Sun LLC announced Hi Stakes Market Game, a persistent multiplayer market simulator for iOS and Android. Players build virtual portfolios, trade diverse simulated instruments in a dynamic AI-driven market and participate in a shared economy. In-game credits earned through play can be used to obtain entries into scheduled giveaways for prizes. Free download available on iPhone and Android devices. - March 05, 2026 - Excerion Sun LLC
Vinoperte Launches Today, Redefining the Wine Ordering Experience
Vinoperte, a new mobile app from NY-based founder Emily Buckley, launches today on iOS with a simple premise: the best glass of wine is the one you actually enjoy. The app translates personal taste into instant, personalized recommendations from any wine list, in any language. - February 26, 2026 - Vinoperte
Octobotic Corporation Announces Planned Spin-Out of Alive Advisor Atlas Platform and Signs LOI with NYSE-Listed SPAC
Advancement of Atlas AI Phase II Positions Platform for Scalable Global Expansion - February 23, 2026 - AliveAdvisor
Creator Talent Management Agency Aruna Talent Reports Six-Figure Client Results as Creator Economy Hits $250B
Aruna Talent, a US-based creator talent management agency, announces significant growth as the global creator economy surpasses $250 billion, according to Goldman Sachs Research. The full-service agency provides dedicated talent managers, professional engagement teams, and data-driven growth strategies for digital content creators across subscription platforms. Aruna Talent operates on a performance-based model with a privacy-first approach. - February 18, 2026 - Aruna Talent
Business Architecture Associates to Deliver Business Architecture Primer, Raffle Off Books from Leading Experts
Business Architecture Associates (BAA) is pleased to announce that business architecture experts, Whynde Kuehn and William Ulrich, will deliver their popular Business Architecture Primer the afternoon of March 23, 2026 as lead-in to the Business Architecture Innovation Summit. The Summit will be held in Reston, VA, USA on March 24-26, 2026 at the Reston Hyatt. Ms. Kuehn and Mr. Ulrich will be raffling off copies of their recent books. - February 18, 2026 - Business Architecture Associates
MyCBDGenius Takes the Guesswork Out of Choosing Wellness CBD Products Partnering with Realm of Caring to Support CBD Wellness Research and Education
MyCBDGenius, a new consumer wellness platform, officially launches this week with a mission to simplify the confusing world of CBD. Designed to help consumers quickly find trusted CBD products for specific wellness concerns, the site is also making a strong charitable commitment: half of profits will be donated to Realm of Caring, a respected nonprofit dedicated to CBD research and education. - February 17, 2026 - MyCBDGenius
POWER Applauds Introduction of SAFE Act to Strengthen Oversight of Temporary Staffing Agencies and Protect California Workers
California is one of the few large labor markets that does not currently require comprehensive statewide registration and licensing of temporary staffing agencies before they begin operations. (See attached chart) - February 12, 2026 - POWER
Lightning Unveils EDGE: a Competition-Derived, Modular 800V Architecture to Accelerate the Global Electric Transition
Lightning unveiled EDGE, a modular 800V electric vehicle architecture that packages competition-derived systems into a scalable foundation for OEMs. Designed to reduce early-stage R&D effort and technical risk, EDGE helps manufacturers accelerate electrification across high-performance vehicle programs. - February 11, 2026 - Lightning Motorcycle
Gathurr Named Winner of 2026 Best of Weddings and Couples’ Choice Awards®
Design-Forward Wedding Studio Recognized by Couples on The Knot and WeddingWire - February 10, 2026 - Gathurr
Diane Amos: One of the Longest-Running Spokespersons for a National Consumer Brand and a Cultural Icon
Diane Amos holds a rare distinction in advertising history as one of the longest-running spokespersons for a national consumer brand, having represented Pine-Sol® for more than 30 years. For more than three decades, Diane Amos transformed Pine-Sol into a symbol of authority, trust, and... - February 09, 2026 - Diane Amos
Global South Trans Film Festival and School Inauguration
JAHA Film Festival Spotlights Trans, Intersex, and Nonbinary Filmmakers and the Global South, Worldwide Screenings Begin Feb. 14 - February 06, 2026 - JAHA Film Festival
Keep Sierra Green Launches No-Cost EV Technician Training
Keep Sierra Green Launches No-Cost EV Technician Training Cohorts for Individuals and Employers Across the Sierra Foothills The Keep Sierra Green Program, presented by the Cal Asian Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Calaveras Chamber of Commerce, is now enrolling participants for... - February 04, 2026 - Keep Sierra Green
CMG Alliance Launches Integrated Opportunity Management Platform with Artificial Intelligence to Streamline Government Contracting
CMG Alliance has launched a new integrated opportunity management platform that combines expert-led opportunity sourcing with AI-driven decision support to simplify government contracting. The unified system replaces multiple tools with one secure environment, helping contractors focus on qualified, winnable opportunities while managing the full lifecycle from evaluation to award tracking. - February 02, 2026 - CMG Alliance
Stottler Henke’s MARS Scheduling System Enters Worldwide Operational Use by the U.S. Space Force
New AI Software Completely Replaces Legacy ESD 2.7 System Around the Globe, Greatly Increasing Readiness of Missions and Operations that Rely on the Satellite Control Network (SCN) - February 02, 2026 - Stottler Henke Associates, Inc.
mameon Launches MVP to Democratize Storytelling for Startups and SMBs
AI-powered platform founded at Stanford GSB enables businesses to create, distribute, and optimize full marketing campaigns in minutes. - January 27, 2026 - mameon
EU Presence Launches to Help Global Startups Enter and Scale in the European Union
EU Presence has launched as a platform helping non-EU companies enter and scale across the European Union. It combines regulatory services such as GDPR, DSA, and NIS2 representation with operational solutions including Employer of Record, payroll, and company formation and a full privacy center to manage policies, certificates, and data subject requests. EU Presence enables global startups to operate in Europe faster, compliantly, and with reduced complexity. - January 21, 2026 - EU Presence
ViXC Launches Unified Platform for Photo Management, Collaboration, and Workflow Automation
ViXC today announced the release of its newest platform version, delivering a unified solution for photo organization, community sharing, team collaboration, and no-code workflow automation. The update brings together content from major cloud storage providers into a single intelligent gallery, while introducing powerful tools designed for individuals and organizations managing large volumes of visual assets. - January 20, 2026 - VIXC
Vince Trust Introduces a Digital Asset Management Platform for Cryptocurrency Users
Founded in 2019, Vince Trust is a digital platform designed to support cryptocurrency users through structured asset management tools. The company reports that its services are used by millions of registered users worldwide and are intended to combine professional management practices with... - January 15, 2026 - Vince Trust
GenRocket Announces Enterprise-Grade In-Place Masking as the Foundation of Its Quality Evolution Platform
Traditional Test Data Management capabilities deliver industry-leading security, speed, and savings while establishing a clear, practical bridge to synthetic-first test data. - January 15, 2026 - GenRocket, Inc.
Loa Carbon Appoints Ambassador Robert S. Gelbard as Chair of Political Advisory Board
Veteran statesman and senior diplomat brings four decades of global policy leadership to support Loa Carbon’s strategic expansion into international clean energy markets. - January 14, 2026 - Loa Carbon
Ritu Raj Exhibits at the LA Art Show 2026 — Booth 702
Ritu Raj is exhibiting at the LA Art Show 2026 at Booth 702, open daily from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM through Sunday, January 11, at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The presentation features recent abstract works exploring time, memory, and movement through layered compositions and bold color. Raj is represented by MRG under gallerist Michael Goodman, marking an important moment in his expanding national and international presence. - January 09, 2026 - RituStudio
Pharmacy XD Launches Nationally Licensed Direct-to-Patient Mail Order Pharmacy and Distribution Platform - Headquartered in Florida’s Fastest-Growing Healthcare Corridor
Pharmacy XD LLC, a fully licensed Florida Department of Health–approved national mail order pharmacy and distribution facility, today officially announces its direct-to-patient (DTP) platform. Positioned in the heart of one of Florida’s most dynamic healthcare and life sciences... - January 08, 2026 - Pharmacy XD LLC
Atruvia AG: Streamlined & Future-Proofed Testing Processes with Time Machine®, Cutting Six Months of Testing Into Just 3-4 Days - Ensuring On-Time Delivery
Atruvia AG has successfully implemented Solution-Soft’s Time Machine® software to address the growing complexity of time-sensitive application testing within their OpenShift container environments. - January 08, 2026 - SolutionSoft Systems, Inc.
Haro Gharbigi Launches AxiaASC AI-Powered OR Scheduling Platform to Help Surgery Centers Recover Lost Revenue
AxiaASC, a healthcare technology startup, announces the launch of its operating room scheduling and utilization management platform built specifically for Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs). The cloud-based SaaS platform addresses chronic OR underutilization—a problem costing the $50B+ ASC industry billions annually—through intelligent block scheduling, real-time analytics, automated availability alerts, and physician behavior tracking. - January 01, 2026 - AXIAASC
Breaking the Chain: California Estate Planning Firm Launches Accessible, Flat-Fee Living Trust Service
Leeran S. Barzilai, A Prof. Law Corp., a California estate planning law firm, has launched a new flat-fee service to make living trusts more accessible. The service provides a complete legal package designed to help clients avoid the state's costly and time-consuming probate process, offering a predictable alternative to traditional legal fees. - December 30, 2025 - Leeran S. Barzilai, A Prof. Law Corp.
CreditBlockchain Launches XRP and BTC Cloud Mining Services
In 2026, ongoing activity across Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies is sure to continue to draw attention to different methods of participating in blockchain networks. Traditional approaches such as short-term trading and speculative activity can involve complexity and volatility, which may... - December 29, 2025 - Credit Blockchain
Calculus Tax, Inc. Launches FreshRelief Educational Platform Ahead of Tax Season to Address Widespread Tax Filing Avoidance
Calculus Tax, Inc. announced the launch of FreshRelief, an educational tax relief platform designed to help individuals understand unresolved tax issues and IRS resolution options ahead of the upcoming tax season. The platform focuses on filing status clarity, common IRS notices, and relief pathways, aiming to reduce fear-driven tax avoidance through transparency and structured guidance rather than sales-driven engagement. - December 27, 2025 - Calculus Tax, Inc.
3 Time Super Bowl Champion support Bay Area Youth as the Host of the PARTI Program 26th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Stop the Violence Event on January 17, 2026
Three-time Super Bowl Champion and San Francisco 49ers legend William “Bubba” Paris is lending his voice to advance youth empowerment and violence prevention as a featured host at the 26th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. “Stop The Violence” Event, on for Friday, January 17, 2026, at 399 Silicon Valley Boulevard in San Jose, California. PARTI Program convenes business and civic leaders, educators, join teens to advocate for commitment to address the increase of local violence. - December 23, 2025 - Positive Alternative Recreation Teambuilding Impact
EVOLV Named Best PPF Film Manufacturer at SEMA 2025
At SEMA 2025, EVOLV was officially voted Best PPF and Paint Protection Film Manufacturer by WWWRAP, a respected global industry recognition led by professional installers, wrap shop owners, and brand leaders. This award underscores EVOLV’s leadership in high-performance Paint Protection Film, installer-first product engineering, and advanced Color PPF innovation, further strengthened by the launch of 10 new satin-finish Color PPF films at the event. - December 22, 2025 - EVOLV
Reliant Labs Expands HALT Testing Services with New Headquarters in Santa Clara, California
Reliant Labs, a longstanding specialist in Highly Accelerated Life Testing (HALT) and Highly Accelerated Stress Screening (HASS), has relocated its corporate headquarters and primary testing laboratory to a purpose-built facility in Santa Clara. The new site triples the company's HALT capacity and... - December 17, 2025 - Reliant Labs