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Augmentus Raises $11M to Scale Physical AI for High-Mix, Complex Robotic Surface Finishing and Welding

SINGAPORE, SG / ACCESS Newswire / July 9, 2025 / Augmentus, the developer of an intelligent no-code robotics solution, announced today that it has raised USD $11 million (SGD $14 million) in a Series A+ funding round. The funds will be used to accelerate regional deployment of its fully autonomous robotic surface finishing and welding systems, fulfill demand from marquee manufacturing customers, and advance R&D into hyper-adaptive, AI-driven robotic systems built for the factory floor.

Certidox Adds AI-Powered QR Code Analysis to Free App for Document and Link Authentication

Certidox releases a major update to its free mobile app, adding AI-powered QR code analysis to detect phishing and fraud. The platform lets users instantly verify the origin, status, and authenticity of documents - printed or digital - without storing any data. Built on a patented, open-source encryption architecture, Certidox is available now on App Store and Google Play.

Unusual Machines Expands Leadership Team with Appointment of Tim Manton as Corporate Controller

New hire supports operational scale-up and financial infrastructure as company ramps U.S. motor manufacturing

Major US teachers union teams up with AI giants

The second biggest teachers union in the United States unveiled a groundbreaking partnership Tuesday with AI powerhouses Microsoft, OpenAI, and Anthropic to develop a comprehensive training program helping educators master artificial intelligence.

'We're AI,' popular indie rock band admits

An indie rock band with more than a million monthly listeners on Spotify has owned up to being an AI-generated music project following days of speculation about whether the group was real.

Xenetic Biosciences, Inc. Announces Update from Collaboration Partner of First Patient Dosed in Exploratory Clinical Study of DNase I in Combination with FOLFIRINOX for the First Line Treatment of Unresectable, Locally Advanced or Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer

Investigator initiated exploratory clinical study being conducted in Israel pursuant to agreement with collaboration partner, PeriNessCompany evaluating systemic recombinant human DNase I (DNase I) in combination with chemotherapy and immunotherapy platforms for the treatment of pancreatic carcinoma, colorectal cancer and other locally advanced or metastatic solid tumors

PrivateJet.com Launches a New Era in On-Demand Luxury Air Travel

MIAMI, FL / ACCESS Newswire / July 8, 2025 / PrivateJet.com (PrivateJet.com LLC), the leading domain in private aviation, has officially launched. The platform guides users through an advanced on-demand jet charter experience that combines innovative technology with white glove customer service. Founded by a team of experienced and passionate aviators, PrivateJet.com sets a new standard in private aviation by prioritizing safety together with luxury service, customized solutions, and reliable operations.

New to The Street Announces Media Coverage of BitMine Immersion Technologies Inc., Including NewsOut Video PR Integration

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK / ACCESS Newswire / July 8, 2025 / New to The Street, the award-winning national TV business show airing weekly as sponsored programming on Fox Business and Bloomberg, proudly announces comprehensive coverage of BitMine Immersion Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:BMNR) following its groundbreaking $250 million private placement and Ethereum treasury strategy.

Looted art: the battle for looted treasures

After the French parliament voted on Monday to return to Ivory Coast a "talking drum" that colonial troops took from the Ebrie tribe in 1916, here is a recap of other disputes over artefacts looted from Europe's former colonies.

GoodData Launches AI for Self-Hosted Analytics: Powerful, Proven, Private

GoodData AI capabilities, including AI Assistant and Smart Search, now available for self-hosted deployment. Keep your data private, compliant, and AI-fuelled.

Optex Systems Announces a $2.8 Million Award for Optical Sighting System

RICHARDSON, TX / ACCESS Newswire / July 7, 2025 / Optex Systems Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:OPXS), a leading manufacturer of precision optical sighting systems for domestic and worldwide military and commercial applications, announced today it has been awarded a $2.8 million purchase order from a major U.S. prime contractor in support of the XM30 Combat Vehicle. This contract will provide 13 sighting systems in support of the next milestone with deliveries in fiscal 2026.

Unusual Machines Inc. Promotes Stacy Wright to Executive Vice President of Revenue as Company Scales U.S. Footprint and Prepares for Accelerated Growth

ORLANDO, FL / ACCESS Newswire / July 7, 2025 / Unusual Machines, Inc. (NYSE American:UMAC), a leader in drone technology and component manufacturing, has promoted Stacy Wright to Executive Vice President of Revenue. In this expanded role, she will lead revenue strategy and performance across all business units as the company accelerates growth, expands U.S. manufacturing, and increases domestic hiring.

BRICS nations to gather without Xi, Putin

BRICS leaders will meet in Rio de Janeiro from Sunday, with the bloc depleted by the absence of China's Xi Jinping, who is skipping the annual summit of emerging economies for the first time in 12 years.

Swiss Alps hits annual glacier tipping point weeks early

The snow and ice accumulated in the Swiss Alps over the winter has already melted away, a monitoring service said on Friday, marking the second earliest arrival of a tipping point known as "glacier loss day".

Rio to host BRICS summit wary of Trump

A summit of BRICS nations will convene in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday and Monday, with members hoping to weigh in on global crises while tiptoeing around US President Donald Trump's policies.

Roman bigfoot? UK archaeologists probe 'unusually large' shoes

A stash of "unusually large" 2,000-year-old shoes dug up at a Roman site in northern England has left archaeologists searching for an explanation, they told AFP on Thursday.

Third-ever confirmed interstellar object blazing through Solar System

Astronomers on Wednesday confirmed the discovery of an interstellar object racing through our Solar System -- only the third ever spotted, though scientists suspect many more may slip past unnoticed.

Possible interstellar object spotted zooming through Solar System

An object that appears to be from beyond our Solar System has been spotted hurtling towards the Sun, which if confirmed would be the third visitor from the stars ever detected, the European Space Agency said Wednesday.

Why is there no life on Mars? Rover finds a clue

Why is Mars barren and uninhabitable, while life has always thrived here on our relatively similar planet Earth?

Nazi-sympathising singer's huge gig to paralyse Zagreb

A concert by a singer known for pro-Nazi sympathies will draw a record-breaking 450,000 fans to Zagreb this weekend and Croatian authorities on Wednesday warned people to steer clear as the event jams its streets.

ALMA lets astronomers see building blocks of early galaxies

Chile's ALMA observatory, which houses some of the world's most powerful telescopes, has captured its most detailed images to date of the building blocks of the early universe -- primarily cold gases, dust and stellar light in 39 galaxies.

Online memorial for children dead in Hiroshima, Nagasaki

A Nobel Prize-winning anti-nuclear group launched an online memorial Tuesday for the 38,000 children who died in the US atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, ahead of the 80th anniversary next month.

ZTEST Electronics Inc. Announces Transition to the OTCID Market

NORTH YORK, ON / ACCESS Newswire / July 1, 2025 / ZTEST Electronics Inc. ("ZTEST" or the "Company") (CSE:ZTE)(OTCID:ZTSTF) is pleased to announce that it will be moving from the OTC Pink Sheets to the newly established OTCID market on the OTC Markets Group platform effective July 1, 2025. The Company will continue to trade under the symbol ZTSTF.

VelaFi Launches as the Next Evolution of TruBit Business, Powering Financial Infrastructure

Backed by over two years of development and 500+ global institutional clients, VelaFi enters the market with mature infrastructure and proven scale.With operations across LATAM, the U.S., Asia, and expanding into EMEA, VelaFi delivers modern infrastructure for businesses navigating complex financial environments.

ALT5 Sigma Corporation Added to the Russell Microcap Growth Index, Russell 3000E Index and Russell 3000E Growth Index

LAS VEGAS, NV / ACCESS Newswire / July 1, 2025 / ALT5 Sigma Corporation (NASDAQ:ALTS)(FRA:5AR1) ("ALT5 or the "Company"), a fintech company providing blockchain-powered payment and trading infrastructure for global merchants and financial institutions, has announced today that it has been added as a member of the Russell Microcap Growth®, Russell 3000E® and Russell 3000E Growth® Indexes, as part of the 2025 Russell indexes reconstitution. The Company had previously been included in the Russel Microcap® Index since June of 2024.

CCI Systems Inc. Announces Acquisition of Total Site Services

IRON MOUNTAIN, MI / ACCESS Newswire / June 30, 2025 / CCI Systems Inc. is pleased to announce that it has acquired Total Site Services, a leading provider of Tower site acquisition, engineering design, and construction management services. This strategic acquisition strengthens CCI Systems' position in the wireless industry, enhancing our capabilities and accelerating our market expansion.

ALT5 Sigma Corporation's Crypto-as-a-Service Platform Enables Stablecoin Management, Integration, and Utility Across All Leading Blockchains

Regulated entities can streamline stablecoin operations - permissioned or permissionless - using ALT5 Sigma's Crypto-as-a-Service platform, fully compatible with proprietary and third-party assets.

Amaze Taps VisitIQ to Power Audience Intelligence Across 13M Creators and 200M Global Fans

New Integration Delivers Real-Time Fan Insights and AI-Powered Segmentation to Drive Growth in the Rapidly Expanding Creator Economy

Amaze Surpasses 200 Million Storefront Visits, Solidifying Leadership in Rapidly Expanding Creator Economy

Fueled by Over 13 Million Global Creators, Milestone Reflects Platform Growth, Strategic Positioning, and Accelerating Creator Monetization

Unusual Machines Inc. Joins Russell Microcap Index Amid Strategic U.S. Expansion

New index inclusion aligns with company's domestic growth strategy, including new facility and increased hiring

'Science refugees': French university welcomes first US researchers

Eight American researchers have arrived at a university in southern France, as the country pushes to offer "science asylum" to US academics hit by federal research spending cuts under Donald Trump.

St. Bernards romp at unique Swiss theme park

Syrah walks slowly and deliberately on a treadmill submerged in a large water tank, as two therapists help keep her steady, and a crowd looks on in awe.

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