Federal Circuit’s Holding on Patent Eligibility for Engineered Host Cells Dovetails With PERA
The Federal Circuit ruled in REGENXBIO v. Sarepta that a host cell engineered to contain an AAV capsid gene plus a heterologous non‑AAV sequence is patent‑eligible under 35 U.S.C. §101. The opinion leans on the Chakrabarty precedent and distinguishes Myriad by emphasizing the material transformation of two distinct nucleic‑acid sequences into a single, non‑natural construct. The decision dovetails with the Patent Eligibility Restoration Act of 2025 (PERA), which seeks to codify clearer statutory exclusions for natural products. Sarepta has filed an en banc petition challenging the ruling, underscoring ongoing uncertainty in biotech patent law.
Deals in Brief: Three Singapore Startups Raise AI Funding; SC Ventures Leads Keyrock’s Series C Round; Six China Investments; and...
Singapore’s AI ecosystem saw a flurry of capital this week, with Muun AI closing a $700,000 pre‑seed round, OnSite raising $1.3 million seed funding for its construction‑focused communication platform, Injewelme securing $1.2 million to broaden contactless health‑monitoring capabilities, and NeuBird AI attracting...
The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania Narrows Who May Seek Recourse Through the Workers’ Compensation Act’s Fee Review Process
On March 16, 2026 the Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court ruled that Scomed Supply, a durable‑medical‑equipment distributor, is not a “health care provider” under the Workers’ Compensation Act and therefore lacks standing to challenge payment amounts in the fee‑review process. The decision...
Hot Flashes, New Laws: The Rise of State Menopause Protections
State-level momentum is reshaping workplace protections as Rhode Island became the first U.S. state to explicitly ban menopause discrimination and mandate reasonable accommodations. The law fills a gap left by federal statutes, which only offer indirect recourse through sex, age,...
Guard Leaders Tell Congress the Air Force Needs 100 New Fighters a Year
National Guard adjutants general from 22 states sent a letter to Congress urging multiyear funding for the Air Force to acquire 72 to 100 new fighter jets per year, focusing on the F‑35A Lightning II and F‑15EX Eagle II. The...
Apac (Ex Japan) Investment Banking Fees Fell 5% in Q1 as ECM Fees Grew 62%: LSEG
LSEG data shows APAC (ex‑Japan) investment‑banking fees fell 5% YoY to $5.3 billion in Q1 2026. Despite the decline, equity capital markets (ECM) fees surged 62%, driven by Hong Kong activity. Conversely, M&A fees plunged 47% across the region. The mixed results highlight...
ACM CRC Backs Manufacturing Project to Develop Smart Surfboard Fins Aimed at Reducing Shark Attack Risks
The Australian Composites Manufacturing CRC is funding a research initiative to create smart composite surfboard fins that embed miniaturised sensors, electromagnetic deterrents and illumination directly into the fin structure. Led by Gowing Bros in partnership with UNSW Sydney and the...
Alzheimer's May Be Multifactorial End‑Stage, Not Single Cause
Absolutely astounding that two of the most interesting candidates for lowering Alzheimer’s risk in the last decade came accidentally: GLP-1 drugs and the shingles vaccine. Really suggests Alzheimer’s has no true “cause”, but is the end stage of a long, complex...
Pokémon Unite Articuno Guide: Best Builds, Held Items, Moveset and Gameplay Tips
Articuno joins Pokémon Unite as a Defender‑type champion that excels at crowd control through freeze and slow effects. The guide outlines its free event acquisition, core abilities, and the Blizzard → Ice Beam combo that instantly freezes opponents. Recommended held items focus on sustain...
MODEX 2026: Automha and Comau Showcase Integrated Logistics Automation Technologies
At MODEX 2026, Automha and Comau unveiled a 360° integrated logistics automation portfolio that spans inbound handling, intelligent storage, ASRS, order preparation and synchronized shipping. Automha introduced NOVA AI, an AI‑driven assistant embedded in its warehouse management system that delivers...
Telecom News: Vodafone Idea, BSNL–Vodafone Idea, Capex Optimization
Vodafone Idea (Vi) is accelerating its network transformation by deploying over 117,000 new broadband sites to strengthen 4G coverage and lay the groundwork for a focused 5G rollout in high‑revenue urban circles. The operator is also modernizing legacy systems, which...
Sprintex Secures Bangladesh Distribution Deal for Jet Blowers
Sprintex (ASX:SIX) signed an exclusive three‑year distribution agreement with Kingsley Engineering Service Corp to sell its G‑Series jet blowers in Bangladesh’s wastewater aeration market. The deal starts with an initial order of about AU$71,000 (≈US$47,000) and sets minimum purchases of...
MODEX 2026: Locus Robotics Launches Locus Array
Locus Robotics unveiled Locus Array at MODEX 2026, a fully autonomous fulfillment system that merges mobile robots, an integrated picking arm, and AI‑driven perception. Early adopters such as DHL Supply Chain report up to 90% labor reduction and 24/7 high‑density...
M&A Boom in Japan Is Fuelling Record Corporate Bond Sales
Japan's corporate bond market is set to break records as M&A activity drives unprecedented funding demand. Yen‑denominated issuance surged 94% year‑over‑year in March, and Daiwa estimates total sales will reach ¥16.5 trillion (about $110 billion) this fiscal year, up from ¥15.9 trillion last...
Telecom News: UCSAF, Orange, MasOrange, Turkcell, ZTE, Netas
Tanzania’s Universal Communications Service Access Fund has deployed 758 new telecom towers and expanded fibre, aiming to close the digital divide in rural areas. In Europe, Orange secured EU approval to acquire the remaining 50% of MasOrange in a €4.25 billion...
Murdoch Beats Trump's Suit on WSJ's Epstein Exposé: What's Next?
A federal judge dismissed former President Donald Trump’s defamation lawsuit against Rupert Murdoch’s media empire over the Wall Street Journal’s exposé of Trump’s contribution to Jeffrey Epstein’s birthday book. Judge Darrin Gayle ruled the article met journalistic standards and gave...
Bank Earnings: Goldman Sachs Sets the Tone, But Can JPM and Others Surprise?
Goldman Sachs kicked off the U.S. bank earnings season with a near‑record profit, reporting $5.33 billion in equities revenue, a 27% year‑over‑year rise, while its FICC revenue fell 10%. The bank’s investment‑banking fees surged 50% to $2.84 billion, but the stock slipped...
Supernatural Reunion: Jensen Ackles And Jared Padalecki Help The Rookie Hunt Demons
ABC’s procedural *The Rookie* aired a documentary‑style episode featuring *Supernatural* stars Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles playing themselves as expert demon‑hunters. The plot follows rookie officer Nolan investigating the suicide of former LAPD officer Rich, who was obsessed with demons...
CIA Recap: FBI's Maggie And Isobel Help Track A Bomb Suspect In High-Stakes Crossover Case
The latest "CIA" episode teams up with "FBI" stars Missy Peregrym and Alana De La Garza for a high‑stakes crossover. A bomb threat at an international soccer match turns out to be a fake, leading agents to uncover a North Korean black‑ops unit (Unit 124)...
Telecom News: RUCKUS Networks, Nokia, Telecom Italia (TIM), Jio, Airtel, Vi, BSNL
RUCKUS Networks and Nokia have introduced an early‑access Wi‑Fi 7 solution paired with Nokia’s fiber optical LAN, managed via the AI‑driven RUCKUS One platform, targeting enterprises and service providers. The integrated offering promises multi‑gigabit speeds, low latency, and plug‑and‑play deployment, with...
Industry Fears News Consolidation Turning CNN Into Fox
"They're also very concerned about the consolidation of the news. They look at what has happened at CBS—and many of them have said, is CNN going to turn into Fox News?" https://www.status.news/p/hollywood-actors-directors-david-ellison-paramount-warner-bros-merger
Nollywood Needs to Get on the Microdrama Train Now
Microdramas are exploding worldwide, with China’s revenue soaring from $500 million in 2021 to $7 billion in 2024 and global earnings projected at $9.5 billion by 2030. The United States alone generated $800 million in 2024, while Nigeria’s Nollywood cinema made a modest $10 million...
Telecom News: CESNET, Ribbon Communications, Telit Cinterion, Lenovo, NVIDIA, Lidl, 1GLOBAL
CESNET and Ribbon Communications demonstrated a quantum‑secured optical network using Quantum Key Distribution, proving near‑zero latency encryption can be integrated into live fiber links. Telit Cinterion showcased its deviceWISE Industrial Active Intelligence platform at Hannover Messe 2026, leveraging Lenovo edge...
Preventing Revenue Gaps Between Case Completion and Payment
Law firms are losing cash flow as revenue sits in “lockup” for an average of 110‑140 days after a matter is completed. Delayed invoicing, unclear payment terms, and manual processing cause final invoices to age, reducing collectability. Structured billing workflows,...
Eversheds Sutherland’s International Arm Makes up 25 Partners
Eversheds Sutherland International promoted 25 lawyers to partner, with 16 based in the UK and a heavy emphasis on corporate finance and litigation. Women account for only 40% of the new partners, a drop from the previous four years when...
West Coast Chases Deeper Silver at Elizabeth Hill
West Coast Silver (ASX:WCE) has launched a diamond drilling campaign of up to 1,500 m across six holes at its Elizabeth Hill project in Western Australia. The program focuses on testing depth extensions of high‑grade silver mineralisation along the Munni Munni...
A Cross-Country Trio of Appellate Decisions Tackles Novel LLC Disputes
Three recent appellate decisions illuminate how courts resolve novel LLC disputes across state lines. The Montana Supreme Court affirmed that an operating agreement can contain parallel amendment mechanisms—one requiring a super‑majority vote and another allowing unanimous written consent—thereby rejecting a...
Market Retrospective: The Pakistan Army’s Light Armoured Vehicle (LAV) Program Circa 2007-2026
Between 2007 and 2026 the Pakistan Army moved from sporadic MRAP imports to a structured, HIT‑centric wheeled‑vehicle strategy. Early purchases relied on U.S. MaxxPro and Turkish Kirpi units with no technology transfer. A 2024 memorandum of understanding between Thailand’s Chaiseri...
Brain Fog Affects Two-Thirds Going Through Menopause
A new Lancet review finds that more than two‑thirds of women experience memory lapses and reduced concentration during the menopause transition, a condition often labeled “brain fog.” The study notes that while these cognitive symptoms remain within normal performance ranges...
CATL, Wuling Partner on Under-10-Minute EV Fast Charging
Chinese battery leader CATL and SAIC‑GM‑Wuling (SGMW) have sealed a strategic partnership to co‑develop ultra‑fast charging technology that can boost EV batteries from 10% to 80% in under ten minutes. The deal makes CATL the core battery supplier for SGMW’s...
Fever-Tree Launches New Flavour Into Its Adult Soft Drink Category
Fever‑Tree has introduced a Lemon, Lime & Bitters adult soft drink in Australia, expanding its premium non‑alcoholic portfolio. The beverage uses natural Sicilian lemons and Mexican limes, contains 19 calories per 100 ml and no artificial flavours or sweeteners. It is...
14th & Howell Mill Needs Pedestrian Scramble to End Delays
The intersection of 14th Street and Howell Mill Road could use an all-way crossing phase for pedestrians (also called a "scramble"). I hope someone at @atldot is working on that. The situation is rough; plus, the light phases last so...
Silicon Test Data: From Byproduct to Cost Driver
#Technology #Thread #Semiconductor #Manufacturing #Data The Semiconductor EPDT Article On Silicon Test Data Cost: 1/ - Published In Electronic Product Design And Test (EPDT), My Latest Article Explains How Silicon Test Data Has Evolved From A Byproduct Of Manufacturing Into A...
Pointerra Wins Major Three-Year Western Power Digital Twin Contract
Pointerra Limited (ASX: 3DP) secured a three‑year contract with Western Power to deploy its Pointerra3D digital twin platform across 50 transmission substations in Western Australia. The agreement is valued at a minimum of A$413,442 (about $273,000 USD) and is designed...
Samarth Biorigins Expands Capabilities to Meet Demand for Better Bioavailable Ingredients
Samarth Biorigins, a Bangalore‑based specialist in liposomal and microencapsulation technologies, has opened a new GMP‑compliant manufacturing facility in Tumkur, Karnataka. The plant can produce up to one ton of bioavailable nutraceutical ingredients per day and includes an application lab for...
Danish Giant Sells Giga-Scale Battery as Project Readies to Hit the Grid
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) has sold its 240 MW/960 MWh Summerfield battery in South Australia to Intera Renewables, the local arm of Palisade Investment Partners. The project, which cost roughly AUD 250 million (about USD 165 million), is construction‑complete and slated to energise the grid in...
Beware: QR Code Texts Mimic Traffic Tickets
A new phishing scam using QR codes in text messages, pretending to be traffic or toll violations.
Join OARSI PTOA Meeting: Updates & Involvement Opportunities
Join us for the annual @OARSInews PTOA Discussion Group Meeting on Friday 24 April @ #OARSI2026 We will be sharing updates from our PTOA research priority setting, definition & prevalence working groups - lots of opportunities to get involved https://t.co/AlrAwcrhRb
Amazon Nears Deal for Globalstar in Push to Rival Musk’s Starlink
Amazon.com Inc. is in advanced talks to acquire satellite operator Globalstar Inc., a move that would accelerate its Project Kuiper satellite broadband rollout. The deal, expected to be announced as early as Tuesday, would give Amazon access to Globalstar’s low‑Earth‑orbit...
Renewables Reach 80% in Australia's Coal‑Heavy Grid
Renewables hit 80 pct share in Australia’s most coal dependent grid for first time #energysky -- via Renew Economy: https://t.co/Dk0QZ7Vq1w https://t.co/yNYoXCh4hA
Iran Delegation Lacks Authority, Stalling US Talks; Thursday Negotiations Possible
Vance says talks with Iran stalled because its delegation didn't have authority to deal. Saudi is pressing the US to resume talks A new round of negotiations between the US and Iran may be held on Thursday
Consumer DRAM Price Surges in March Amid Limited Capacity, Order Shifts
TrendForce reports that consumer DRAM contract prices are set to surge 45‑50% QoQ in Q2 2026 as Taiwanese manufacturers curtail capacity for legacy nodes and shift production toward DDR4. In March, DDR4 4‑Gb chips jumped over 20% MoM, while DDR3...
Private Credit Defaults Far Lower than Market Fears
Goldman's David Solomon providing some much needed rational thought around private credit: - GFC saw defaults peak at 10% - recoveries were 50% - trough cumulative loss of 5%-6% vs coupons of 9%-10% For context, listed BDCs are currently pricing in defaults of more...
Sportico Editor Mislabels SBJ Story as Original Scoop
In today’s example of outlets failing to cite others we have the editor of @Sportico calling a story SBJ broke a “SCOOP.” https://t.co/8VsJF10epD
School Districts Can Be Vicariously Liable When Students Are Sexually Abused by Their Employees
On March 11, 2026 the New Jersey Supreme Court ruled in *Hornor* and *Simpkins* that school districts can be held vicariously liable for sexual abuse by employees, even when the conduct occurs outside the scope of employment. The decision interprets the 2019 amendment...
Visa Backs BTS Comeback as Worldwide Sponsor of ‘ARIRANG’ Tour
Visa has become the worldwide tour sponsor for BTS’s ARIRANG comeback tour, linking its payment network to 82 shows across 34 regions. The partnership will give Visa cardholders chances to win tickets in eight Asia‑Pacific cities and feature on‑site merchandise...
EV Charging Network Sees 54 per Cent Leap in Customer Numbers as Electric Interest Surges
Jolt, one of Australia’s largest public EV charging networks, reported a 54.4% month‑on‑month rise in new driver registrations for March, coinciding with a record share of EV sales nationwide. A Jolt survey found that 70% of EV owners are motivated...
Ditch Bananas For This Hydrating Liquid Containing 600 Mg Of Potassium
Coconut water delivers up to 690 mg of potassium per cup, surpassing the roughly 450 mg found in a medium banana. The beverage is positioned as a convenient electrolyte source for post‑exercise recovery, offering a natural alternative to traditional sports drinks. Health...
Ennostar Showcases Micro LED Optical Communication Technology with AUO and Tyntek
Ennostar Corp. unveiled a GaN‑based Micro LED optical communication solution at Touch Taiwan 2026, co‑developed with AUO and Tyntek. The system pairs a Micro LED transmitter with Tyntek’s micro photodetector inside AUO’s co‑packaged optics (CPO) module, targeting ultra‑short‑reach links under...
Toronto’s Former Planner to Build Mass Timber Block Over Car Wash
Former Toronto chief planner Jennifer Keesmaat’s firm Collecdev Markee has filed a development application for an eight‑storey mass‑timber tower on the former Classic Coin Car Wash site at 1280‑1286 College Street. The prefabricated building, designed by Batay‑Csorba Architects and backed...