Industry Blogs and Articles

After BuzzFeed, Byron Allen Sets His Sights on Starz – Merger Arbitrage Mondays
BlogMay 18, 2026

After BuzzFeed, Byron Allen Sets His Sights on Starz – Merger Arbitrage Mondays

Byron Allen’s investment firm, Allen Family Capital, purchased a 10.7% stake in Starz for roughly $25 million, prompting the streaming company to adopt a poison‑pill rights plan that activates at 17.5% ownership. Allen, fresh from acquiring a 52% controlling stake in...

By Inside Arbitrage – Blog
The Rise and Fall of Safer Supply Programs in Canada
BlogMay 18, 2026

The Rise and Fall of Safer Supply Programs in Canada

Safer supply programs, introduced in Canada in 2017, aimed to curb opioid overdose deaths by providing pharmaceutical‑grade alternatives to street drugs. By 2022, provincial roll‑outs spanned six provinces with roughly CAD 150 million (≈US 110 million) in federal funding, and early data showed a...

By Science Briefing
Santa Nata Celebrates 10 Million Pastel De Nata Sales as It Prepares to Open First Overseas Bakery in Hong Kong
BlogMay 18, 2026

Santa Nata Celebrates 10 Million Pastel De Nata Sales as It Prepares to Open First Overseas Bakery in Hong Kong

Santa Nata, the London‑based Portuguese bakery chain, celebrated its 10 millionth pastel de nata sale, a milestone achieved within seven years of its 2019 launch. The company now runs six bakeries in London and one in Oxford and is preparing to...

By The UpComing (Film)
Cyprus April 2026: Hyundai Tucson #1, Kia Stonic #1 YTD
BlogMay 18, 2026

Cyprus April 2026: Hyundai Tucson #1, Kia Stonic #1 YTD

Cyprus’ passenger‑vehicle market expanded 8.1% year‑on‑year in April 2026, reaching 1,185 units, though the year‑to‑date total remains 13.5% below the previous year at 4,799 units. Kia surged 78.9% to retake the top‑brand spot, while Hyundai climbed 42.5% into second place....

By Best Selling Cars Blog
Podcast Trailer: A Guide to Drive Growth in 2026
BlogMay 18, 2026

Podcast Trailer: A Guide to Drive Growth in 2026

Podcast trailers are shifting from simple announcements to core performance assets that drive listener conversion before a show’s first episode airs. A well‑crafted 30‑90 second trailer functions like a compact ad, influencing click‑through, follows, and paid‑media efficiency across platforms such...

By Podmuse – Podcast Industry Insights
Student Demand Outpaces Campus Counseling Availability
BlogMay 18, 2026

Student Demand Outpaces Campus Counseling Availability

TimelyCare’s new report, based on a survey of more than 130 campus counseling leaders, reveals that student mental‑health demand is outpacing the capacity of university counseling centers. Roughly 80% of respondents report staff‑to‑student ratios of 1:500 or higher, and 38%...

By Inside Higher Ed – Learning Innovation (column)
The Night Ukrainian Drones Exposed Gaps in Moscow’s Defenses and State TV Gave It 60 Seconds
BlogMay 18, 2026

The Night Ukrainian Drones Exposed Gaps in Moscow’s Defenses and State TV Gave It 60 Seconds

Ukrainian long‑range drones struck four targets in the Moscow region on May 16‑17, including the OFAC‑sanctioned Angstrem semiconductor plant and three oil‑related facilities. Russian air defenses claimed to have downed over 120 drones, but open‑source imagery showed fires, smoke plumes...

By ComplexDiscovery
UK F-35 Fleet Stretched by Combat Operations and Upgrade Delays
BlogMay 18, 2026

UK F-35 Fleet Stretched by Combat Operations and Upgrade Delays

The UK has taken delivery of all 48 F‑35B jets ordered, but only 47 are operational after a lost aircraft, and daily mission‑capable numbers hover around ten. A surge of combat operations in the Middle East – dubbed Operation Luminous –...

By Navy Lookout
Best Ways a San Diego Bankruptcy Lawyer Can Help
BlogMay 18, 2026

Best Ways a San Diego Bankruptcy Lawyer Can Help

A San Diego bankruptcy lawyer guides clients through Chapter 13 filings, helping them keep homes, cars, and other assets while establishing a court‑approved repayment plan. The attorney reviews income, debts, and expenses, streamlines document collection, and explains alternatives such as...

By Container News
Healthcare ‘Quality’ Is Broken. Here’s How to Fix It.
BlogMay 18, 2026

Healthcare ‘Quality’ Is Broken. Here’s How to Fix It.

Healthcare quality in the U.S. is widely perceived as poor, with 56% of Americans rating it fair or worse and 90% feeling they overpay. The article argues that the disconnect stems from industry‑centric metrics that ignore patient outcomes, experience, and...

By The Health Care Blog (THCB)
FedEx Freight (Spinoff) IPO Deck
BlogMay 18, 2026

FedEx Freight (Spinoff) IPO Deck

FedEx Freight, the North American less‑than‑truckload (LTL) carrier, is slated to become a standalone public company after a planned spinoff from FedEx Corp. The IPO deck released on May 18, 2026 outlines the carrier’s extensive network, time‑definite service offering, and its role...

By IPO Candy
Maersk Halts Middle East Bookings, Adds $3,800 Fee
BlogMay 18, 2026

Maersk Halts Middle East Bookings, Adds $3,800 Fee

Maersk announced a suspension of new bookings for several Middle Eastern countries and key Persian Gulf ports amid escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. The carrier also introduced an emergency surcharge of up to $3,800 per container for hazardous,...

By EcomCrew
A Memorandum Is Not a Strategy: What the Iran MoU Must Contain to Be More Than a Deferral
BlogMay 18, 2026

A Memorandum Is Not a Strategy: What the Iran MoU Must Contain to Be More Than a Deferral

The U.S. is drafting a one‑page memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Iran following a recent de‑escalation, but Congress warned that without a clear theory of victory the agreement could merely postpone core issues. Testimony from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and...

By Small Wars Journal
Be Careful What You Wish For: Method of Treatment Claim for an Antibody Genus Found to Satisfy Both Written Description...
BlogMay 18, 2026

Be Careful What You Wish For: Method of Treatment Claim for an Antibody Genus Found to Satisfy Both Written Description...

The Federal Circuit reversed a district‑court JMOL and upheld a jury verdict that Teva’s method‑of‑treatment claims covering any humanised anti‑CGRP antagonist antibody satisfy both the written‑description and enablement requirements. The court drew a clear line between claims to a functional...

By The IPKat
Saying Goodbye to Minute Maid and Its Frozen Can of Nostalgia
BlogMay 18, 2026

Saying Goodbye to Minute Maid and Its Frozen Can of Nostalgia

Coca‑Cola announced that Minute Maid will cease production of its frozen juice concentrate this spring, ending an 80‑year‑old product line that began as a World War II army supply. The concentrate, once a breakfast staple, has lost relevance as consumers gravitate...

By The Dieline
Waymo Reaching 11 Cities & 1,400 Square Miles As World Cup Approaches
BlogMay 18, 2026

Waymo Reaching 11 Cities & 1,400 Square Miles As World Cup Approaches

Waymo announced that its autonomous ride‑hailing service now operates in 11 U.S. cities, expanding its coverage to roughly 1,400 square miles. The rollout adds new service zones in Miami, Austin, Atlanta, Houston and the San Francisco Bay Area, timed for...

By CleanTechnica – Electric Vehicles
ZIM Deal Shock: Is $4.5B Too Late?
BlogMay 18, 2026

ZIM Deal Shock: Is $4.5B Too Late?

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services’ proposed sale to Hapag‑Lloyd/FIMI appeared finalized after 97% shareholder approval and a binding agreement. However, a consortium led by Haim Sakal surfaced with a $4.5 billion cash offer—roughly $300 million above the agreed price—plus a $250 million employee bonus...

By Maritime Analytica
DOJ Antitrust Division’s Reported AI Use Raises the eDiscovery Bar for HSR Responders
BlogMay 18, 2026

DOJ Antitrust Division’s Reported AI Use Raises the eDiscovery Bar for HSR Responders

The U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division has confirmed it is using artificial‑intelligence tools to detect and investigate anticompetitive conduct, extending its AI focus from rhetoric to operational practice. The disclosure arrives as the RealPage consent judgment, which requires the...

By ComplexDiscovery
Why Are Oil Prices So Low?
BlogMay 18, 2026

Why Are Oil Prices So Low?

Brent crude settled near $111 per barrel in early July, far below levels suggested by the near‑certain closure of the Strait of Hormuz. A simple regression linking Brent to the closure odds and the Caldara Geopolitical Risk‑Action index explains only...

By Econbrowser
New ‘9H’ Holds Targeting Importers at US Customs
BlogMay 18, 2026

New ‘9H’ Holds Targeting Importers at US Customs

U.S. Customs has introduced the “9H” hold, an Automated Commercial Environment code that flags importers rather than individual shipments. Unlike the earlier “5H” inspections, which relied on physical checks of goods, 9H triggers when the consignee’s credentials, EIN, address, or...

By EcomCrew
Eleventh Circuit Review—Reviewed: Mandatory Detention
BlogMay 18, 2026

Eleventh Circuit Review—Reviewed: Mandatory Detention

In May, the Eleventh Circuit split on the meaning of 8 U.S.C. § 1225(b)(2)(A), with a majority affirming habeas relief for two unlawfully present aliens detained without bond. The majority read “applicant for admission” differently from “seeking admission,” concluding the statute does not...

By Notice & Comment (Yale Journal on Regulation)
Why Old Plants Hate Modern PLCs?
BlogMay 18, 2026

Why Old Plants Hate Modern PLCs?

Old manufacturing plants view modern PLCs as disruptive rather than beneficial. Decades‑old controllers have proven reliability, and teams rely on undocumented tweaks and hands‑on expertise. Introducing networked, software‑centric PLCs uncovers hidden wiring flaws, forces IT collaboration, and raises cybersecurity worries....

By Instrumentation Tools
All Those A.I. Note Takers?
BlogMay 18, 2026

All Those A.I. Note Takers?

AI‑powered note‑taking tools that automatically transcribe video‑call meetings are raising alarm among corporate lawyers. The transcripts capture every remark, including jokes and off‑the‑cuff statements, and can be stored by default in platforms such as Zoom or Teams. Lawyers warn that...

By beSpacific
The Multifamily Operations Daily Huddle: How Occupancy Hides the Real Story
BlogMay 18, 2026

The Multifamily Operations Daily Huddle: How Occupancy Hides the Real Story

A 96% occupancy rate can mask underlying weakness, as shown by a property with a 54% renewal rate that later fell to 81% occupancy. The article argues that occupancy is a lagging metric, while renewal rates, resident satisfaction, leasing speed,...

By Multifamily Collective (Apartment Hacker)
Iran War Economic Toll Deepens as Global Oil Stocks Near Exhaustion
BlogMay 18, 2026

Iran War Economic Toll Deepens as Global Oil Stocks Near Exhaustion

The Iran‑U.S. conflict is deepening its economic toll, with more than 23,000 Iranian factories hit and over one million jobs lost, while the UNDP warns up to 4.1 million more citizens could slip into poverty. At the same time, global oil...

By investingLive – Asia-Pacific News Wrap
Texas Weekly Deal Highlights
BlogMay 18, 2026

Texas Weekly Deal Highlights

This week Texas‑based firms generated a wave of public‑market capital, with twelve offerings spanning IPOs, SPACs and private rounds. The headline was Houston’s Fervo Energy, whose $1.89 billion upsized IPO became the largest clean‑energy listing ever and pushed its market value...

By Texas CEO Magazine
JetBlue Retreats in Newark and Cuts Flights to Aruba, Cancún, Punta Cana, Tampa, and More
BlogMay 18, 2026

JetBlue Retreats in Newark and Cuts Flights to Aruba, Cancún, Punta Cana, Tampa, and More

JetBlue Airways announced the cancellation of eight routes, notably from Newark Liberty International Airport to Caribbean destinations and Tampa, effective July 8. The airline cited poor performance of these routes, while United Airlines continues to dominate Newark with roughly 73%...

By The Bulkhead Seat
More Q1 '26 Foundry/OSAT Earnings
BlogMay 17, 2026

More Q1 '26 Foundry/OSAT Earnings

The first‑quarter 2026 earnings for major foundry and OSAT players show mixed performance across the semiconductor supply chain. SMIC posted $2.505 billion in sales with $197 million profit and 93% fab utilization, while Hua Hong reported $660.9 million revenue, $20.9 million profit and near‑full...

By Semiecosystem
Blind Spots
BlogMay 17, 2026

Blind Spots

Planet Labs, a leading commercial satellite operator, announced a multi‑stage suspension of imagery over the Gulf, Iran and allied bases after the U.S. government requested the hold to prevent adversaries from exploiting the data. The pause began on March 6, was...

By GovLab — Digest —
Supply Chain Technology: Types of Practical Supply Chain Tech
BlogMay 17, 2026

Supply Chain Technology: Types of Practical Supply Chain Tech

Supply chain technology now spans AI‑driven forecasting, IoT sensors, barcode tracking, 3D printing, cloud SaaS, advanced analytics, digital twins, robotics and digital procurement platforms. The article uses Aerflo’s portable carbonation business to illustrate how each tool improves visibility, cuts lead...

By eCommerce Fastlane
You Can’t Play In United MileagePlus Without A Credit Card Anymore, Fortunately They’re Offering Up to 110,000 Miles Right Now
BlogMay 17, 2026

You Can’t Play In United MileagePlus Without A Credit Card Anymore, Fortunately They’re Offering Up to 110,000 Miles Right Now

United has made a co‑branded credit card mandatory for MileagePlus members to earn miles, launching new bonus offers that top out at 110,000 miles and higher accrual rates for cardholders. The Quest, Explorer, Gateway, Club and Business cards each require...

By View from the Wing
Shopping With AI: Where Brands Win Or Lose In The Modern Purchase Journey | Yotpo
BlogMay 17, 2026

Shopping With AI: Where Brands Win Or Lose In The Modern Purchase Journey | Yotpo

The article illustrates how modern shoppers discover products through real‑world moments and AI‑driven platforms, using a personal example of buying sneakers after a Google Lens scan. It highlights that 71% of consumers read reviews, 72% intend to use AI‑enabled search,...

By eCommerce Fastlane
Cheryl Miller Emotional After Brother Reggie Welcomes Her to NBC
BlogMay 17, 2026

Cheryl Miller Emotional After Brother Reggie Welcomes Her to NBC

NBC has re‑entered the WNBA broadcast arena with a new 10‑year media rights agreement that runs from 2026 to 2036, marking the network’s first WNBA game on its flagship channel in more than two decades. The league’s launch broadcast featured...

By Awful Announcing
Moderna Began Developing a Bundibugyo Ebola mRNA “Vaccine” Just 4 Months Before WHO Declared a Global Emergency
BlogMay 17, 2026

Moderna Began Developing a Bundibugyo Ebola mRNA “Vaccine” Just 4 Months Before WHO Declared a Global Emergency

In January 2026, CEPI granted $26.7 million to Moderna and the University of Oxford to start mRNA and viral‑vector vaccine work against the Bundibugyo ebolavirus as part of a multivalent filovirus platform. Four months later, the WHO declared a Public Health...

By FOCAL POINTS (Courageous Discourse)
NFL: Broadcast Partners Had ‘No Hesitation’ Loading Lions with Primetime Games
BlogMay 17, 2026

NFL: Broadcast Partners Had ‘No Hesitation’ Loading Lions with Primetime Games

The NFL awarded the Detroit Lions eight national television windows for the 2026 season, including four primetime games, despite the team finishing last in its division last year. Lions senior vice president of broadcasting Mike North said broadcast partners showed...

By Awful Announcing
American Airlines to Extend Tel Aviv Suspension Until January 2027… More Than Three Years Since It Served Israel
BlogMay 17, 2026

American Airlines to Extend Tel Aviv Suspension Until January 2027… More Than Three Years Since It Served Israel

American Airlines announced that its flights to Tel Aviv, Israel, and Doha, Qatar, will remain suspended until January 5 2027, extending a hiatus that began in October 2023. The carrier cited ongoing Middle‑East security concerns and the lack of a durable peace agreement...

By Paddle Your Own Kanoo
How Critical Minerals Are Reshaping America’s Industrial Future
BlogMay 17, 2026

How Critical Minerals Are Reshaping America’s Industrial Future

The article argues that America’s critical‑minerals crisis stems not only from lacking rare‑earth sources but from the loss of the full supply‑chain—including chemical, metallurgical and manufacturing capabilities—required to produce permanent‑magnet electric motors. It highlights China’s coordinated buildup of these capabilities...

By Jack Lifton @ InvestorNews (Critical Minerals & Rare Earths)
CEO Interview with Adi Gelvan of Speedata
BlogMay 17, 2026

CEO Interview with Adi Gelvan of Speedata

Speedata, led by veteran CEO Adi Gelvan, has launched the world’s first Analytics Processing Unit (APU), a silicon‑engineered chip that accelerates SQL‑heavy analytics and AI data‑preparation workloads. The APU promises up to 100× speed gains versus CPUs and GPUs and...

By SemiWiki
I'll Be Speaking At Temple University of Japan May 21, 6:30 PM
BlogMay 17, 2026

I'll Be Speaking At Temple University of Japan May 21, 6:30 PM

The speaker will present at Temple University Japan on Thursday, May 21, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Seats are limited, and attendees must reserve a spot by emailing Robert Dujarric. The event is exclusive to paid subscribers and will be held...

By Japan Economy Watch
This Week’s Top Stories: Canada Sees Vacant New Homes Pile Up, Real Estate Demand Hits 1995 Lows
BlogMay 17, 2026

This Week’s Top Stories: Canada Sees Vacant New Homes Pile Up, Real Estate Demand Hits 1995 Lows

Canadian developers now hold a record 19,536 completed but unsold homes, a 36% year‑over‑year increase, while 375,000 more units remain under construction. Home prices edged up 0.3% to $666,400 CAD (about $493,000 USD) despite the weakest demand balance since 1995...

By Better Dwelling
Emirates Boeing 777-300 Declares ‘Mayday’ For Low-Fuel in Miami After the Pilots Had to Abandon Two Landing Attempts
BlogMay 17, 2026

Emirates Boeing 777-300 Declares ‘Mayday’ For Low-Fuel in Miami After the Pilots Had to Abandon Two Landing Attempts

Emirates Flight EK‑213, a Boeing 777‑300ER carrying up to 328 passengers, declared a low‑fuel Mayday after two missed approaches at Miami International Airport. The 17‑hour‑16‑minute flight was extended by strong Atlantic headwinds and Miami windshear, forcing the crew to divert...

By Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Australia's Bushmaster Gets a Dutch Encore After Proving Itself in Ukraine
BlogMay 17, 2026

Australia's Bushmaster Gets a Dutch Encore After Proving Itself in Ukraine

Australia is selling Bushmaster protected mobility vehicles to the Netherlands, though the exact number and price remain undisclosed. The sale coincides with a larger Australian commitment of AUD 1.2 billion (about US $800 million) to produce 268 new Bushmasters, upgrade army trucks, and continue...

By Eyes Only with Wes O'Donnell
WorldStarHipHop Gets Section 230 Dismissal–Eizenga V. MediaLab
BlogMay 17, 2026

WorldStarHipHop Gets Section 230 Dismissal–Eizenga V. MediaLab

A federal court dismissed the defamation suit against WorldStarHipHop, holding that the platform’s repost of a viral video – with only minor caption tweaks and tags – does not breach Section 230 immunity. The plaintiff alleged the video falsely portrayed...

By Technology & Marketing Law Blog
Mountains of Luggage Pile Up at Heathrow Airport As Passengers Slam British Airways For Chaotic Response to Baggage Breakdown
BlogMay 17, 2026

Mountains of Luggage Pile Up at Heathrow Airport As Passengers Slam British Airways For Chaotic Response to Baggage Breakdown

British Airways experienced a multi‑hour baggage‑system failure at Heathrow’s Terminal 5 on May 15, forcing planes to depart without any checked luggage and creating a massive backlog of delayed bags. The malfunction stemmed from Heathrow’s aging conveyor infrastructure, but BA remains responsible...

By Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Passenger Spots Loose Wing Part On Boeing 737 — Forcing Airline To Pull Jet From Service
BlogMay 17, 2026

Passenger Spots Loose Wing Part On Boeing 737 — Forcing Airline To Pull Jet From Service

A passenger on Shenzhen Airlines flight 9804 photographed a detached flap‑rail fairing on the right wing of a Boeing 737‑800 on May 13. The crew escalated the image to the cockpit, prompting an immediate landing in Shenzhen and removal of the aircraft...

By View from the Wing
Why Your Strip Center Won't Appraise for What You Think It's Worth
BlogMay 17, 2026

Why Your Strip Center Won't Appraise for What You Think It's Worth

The post warns strip‑center owners that appraisals are driven by actual income, not personal price expectations. Appraisers apply a capitalization rate to net operating income, so vacancy, short lease terms, and below‑market rents can dramatically lower the value. Owners are...

By Own Your Bldg | G.L. Mittin
SAX/SAECS/SRX Service Adds Algeciras Northbound Call
BlogMay 17, 2026

SAX/SAECS/SRX Service Adds Algeciras Northbound Call

The joint SAX/SAECS/SRX service, operated by Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk and Ocean Network Express, has added a northbound call at Algeciras. The revised rotation now runs London Gateway → Rotterdam → Bremerhaven → Algeciras → Ngqura → Durban → Cape Town →...

By Container News
CLEAR Launches at Northwest Arkansas National Airport
BlogMay 17, 2026

CLEAR Launches at Northwest Arkansas National Airport

CLEAR has launched its biometric identity verification service at Northwest Arkansas National Airport (XNA), introducing CLEAR+ lanes, automated eGates and a premium concierge offering. The new eGates can confirm a traveler’s identity in under five seconds, allowing members to proceed...

By The Bulkhead Seat
What Contracting with Epic for an EHR License Really Involves: License Structure, Module Pricing, Affiliate Rights, Hosting, Termination Economics, and...
BlogMay 17, 2026

What Contracting with Epic for an EHR License Really Involves: License Structure, Module Pricing, Affiliate Rights, Hosting, Termination Economics, and...

Epic’s EHR License and Support Agreement is widely regarded as the most one‑sided contract in healthcare IT. The agreement outlines a tiered license structure, per‑module pricing, strict affiliate rights, mandatory hosting on Epic’s cloud, and steep termination penalties. Because Epic...

By Thoughts on Healthcare Markets & Tech