Airbus Appoints Former JetBlue CEO to Lead North American Operations In a strategic move designed to bolster its presence in the North American market, Airbus SE has appointed Robin Hayes, the former CEO of JetBlue Airways Corp., to lead its North American operations. This key hire comes amidst intense competition with Boeing, Airbus’ long-standing commercial aircraft manufacturing industry rival. Mr. Hayes brings a wealth of experience to the role. He served as JetBlue’s CEO for eight years, overseeing significant growth and expansion for the low-cost airline. His expertise in airline op ..read more

BlackRock Report: March Sees Surge in Silver ETP Investments A recent report by BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, has revealed a surge in investor demand for silver exchange-traded products (ETPs) during March 2024. This development highlights the growing appeal of silver as an investment asset. ETPs are investment vehicles that track the underlying price of an asset, such as a commodity, in this case, silver. They offer investors a convenient and liquid way to gain exposure to silver without the need for physical storage and security concerns. According to the BlackRock repor ..read more

Beautycounter Returns to Founder Amid Industry Challenges In a surprising turn, Beautycounter, a prominent clean beauty brand previously acquired by The Carlyle Group, has been reacquired by its founder, Gregg Renfrew. This development comes amidst ongoing challenges facing the broader beauty industry. Established in 2011, Beautycounter gained recognition for its commitment to clean beauty products formulated without potentially harmful ingredients. The Carlyle Group, a global private equity firm, acquired a majority stake in Beautycounter in 2019 with the intention of accelerating the br ..read more

Report: Microsoft-backed Rubrik Targets $713M in IPO Rubrik, a cloud and data security company with prominent backing from Microsoft, is reportedly aiming to raise as much as $713 million in its initial public offering (IPO), according to a source familiar with the matter. This news emerged on April 16, 2024, signifying Rubrik’s intent to join the growing number of technology companies seeking public listings in a resurgent IPO market. Rubrik did not officially disclose the details regarding the IPO, but the source indicated that the company plans to sell 23 million shares with a price ra ..read more

Introducing the Cyber Security & Cloud Congress North America 2024, just 10 weeks away! Cyber Security & Cloud Congress North America 2024 is set to open its doors on June 5-6, marking a pivotal moment for cybersecurity and cloud computing professionals worldwide. Hosted in the vibrant tech hub of Santa Clara, California, this prestigious event promises an unparalleled gathering of industry professionals, thought leaders, and innovators. Renowned speakers from diverse backgrounds will grace the stage, including: Grant Dasher, Architecture Branch Chief, CSD – CISA – Cybersecurity ..read more

Needham & Company LLC Reiterates "Buy" for Heron Therapeutics Investors in Heron Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ: HRTX), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel treatments for cancer and chronic diseases, should take note of a recent analyst rating reaffirmation. Needham & Company LLC, a well-respected financial services firm, has reiterated its “Buy” recommendation for Heron Therapeutics stock. This sustained positive outlook suggests that analysts at Needham & Company remain confident in Heron Therapeutics’ prospects. The “Buy” rating signifies their belief tha ..read more

StockNews.com Downgrades KVH Industries to Sell (NASDAQ: KVHI) Investment research firm StockNews.com recently issued a revised rating for KVH Industries (NASDAQ: KVHI), downgrading the stock from a “Hold” to a “Sell” recommendation. This shift in sentiment suggests that StockNews.com’s analysts are now less optimistic about KVH’s future prospects. The specific rationale behind the downgrade was not explicitly detailed in readily available reports. However, StockNews.com’s analysts likely considered many factors in reaching their decision. These factors could encompass KVH’s recent financ ..read more

IOT TECH EXPO NORTH AMERICA 2024 AGENDA PREVIEW: EXPLORE LATEST IOT INNOVATIONS The highly anticipated IoT Tech Expo North America is set to return to the Santa Clara Convention Center on June 5-6, 2024, offering an extensive agenda focused on the latest advancements and applications in the Internet of Things (IoT) and Industry 4.0 technologies. The event promises to be an unmissable opportunity for senior industry professionals to explore intelligent IoT solutions, industrial applications, and the future of connected technologies. Free to access IoT stage on day 1 will spotlight Intellig ..read more

Digital Transformation Week Unveils Keynote Topics: Empowering Enterprises with Real-World Insights As the digital landscape continues to evolve, the upcoming Digital Transformation Week North America is poised to equip technology professionals and business leaders with the latest strategies and insights to navigate this dynamic environment at their enterprise. Set to take place June 5-6 2024 at Santa Clara Convention Center, this in-person event and conference will feature a range of presentations covering key themes such as the future of work, customer and employee experience, automatio ..read more

Edge Computing Innovations to be Spotlighted at Santa Clara Conference and Tradeshow As the world becomes increasingly reliant on instantaneous data processing and connectivity, Edge Computing has cemented its spot at the forefront of tech innovation. Enterprises across sectors from healthcare, to retail, to manufacturing and beyond are more frequently seeking ways to leverage these advancements to level up their IT strategies. Enter the upcoming Edge Computing Expo North America, where the latest must-see technologies and solutions will be on display for business leaders to discover firs ..read more