CRM As Your Next Influencer Database: Using First-Party Data Inside an Influencer Marketing Platform
Brands are cutting influencer spend as costs rise and trust falls. The article proposes using CRM first‑party data to build an always‑on creator pool, turning loyal customers into authentic influencers. It outlines a Creator Potential framework—affinity, advocacy, reach—and behavior‑triggered recruitment. Connecting CRM insights to influencer platforms can lower acquisition costs and boost long‑term revenue.
Passenger Transport: Maharashtra Pauses New Rickshaw, Taxi Permits; E-Rickshaws and E-Bikes to Require Licences
Maharashtra has temporarily halted issuance of new auto‑rickshaw and taxi permits while requiring e‑rickshaws and e‑bikes to obtain licences. The move seeks a uniform regulatory framework for all passenger‑transport vehicles, including electric models. Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik announced a forthcoming...
Dubai's Low-Paid Workers on Edge as Mideast War Hits Tourism
Dubai’s tourism sector has ground to a halt as the Iran‑Israel conflict drives visitors away, leaving iconic sites like JBR and Ain Dubai empty. Low‑paid expatriate workers are missing salaries and struggling to cover rent, while the industry, which contributed...
Kia Explains Why The 2027 Telluride No Longer Has A V6
Kia announced that the 2027 Telluride will drop its 3.8‑liter naturally aspirated V6 in favor of a 2.5‑liter turbocharged four‑cylinder, adding a hybrid option as well. The new turbo I4 produces 311 lb‑ft of torque at 1,700 rpm, surpassing the V6’s 262 lb‑ft...
Federal Court of Appeal Affirms Denial of Insurance Benefits to Worker Refusing COVID-19 Vaccine
The Federal Court of Appeal affirmed the denial of Employment Insurance benefits to a British Columbia health worker who refused a COVID‑19 vaccine. The court held that the employee’s refusal constituted misconduct under the Employment Insurance Act, and it rejected...
RideCo Technology Helping to Improve Dispatch Experience for Transit Operations
RideCo showcased its Solver technology in a March 11 webinar, highlighting how advanced dispatch platforms can replace legacy, manual dispatch rooms in public‑transit agencies. The company argues that traditional dispatchers juggle scheduling, GPS, and communications manually, leading to slower disruption response,...
Ongoing Tariffs, Iran War Weigh on Aluminum Prices
U.S. Section 232 tariffs on aluminum and tinplate steel remain at 50%, despite a Supreme Court ruling that struck down broader trade measures. The Midwest Premium for aluminum broke the $1‑per‑pound barrier in January 2026, pushing input costs for metal‑packaging producers...
NJ Transit, Amtrak Host Inaugural Ride on New Portal North Bridge Ahead of Launch
NJ Transit and Amtrak held an inaugural ride on the new Portal North Bridge in Kearny, New Jersey, marking the first track’s entry into passenger service on March 16. The two‑track, 50‑foot high‑level bridge replaces a 116‑year‑old swing bridge, eliminating delays...
Hitachi Rail Unveils Next-Generation Fare Validator Designed for Sustainability and Maintainability
Hitachi Rail introduced the BV700, a next‑generation fare validator that expands on the BV600 platform deployed in 10 countries. The new device comes in 5‑inch and 7‑inch touch‑screen formats and supports contactless cards, QR codes, ultra‑wide‑band and facial‑recognition ticketing. Its...
Ex-Justice Minister Alan Shatter Sues TD Paul Murphy over Epstein Claims
Former Irish Justice Minister Alan Shatter has launched a High Court defamation lawsuit against People Before Profit TD Paul Murphy over an X post that falsely claimed Shatter met convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The allegation originated from a misread...
Tolar Manufacturing Delivers New Transit Shelters, Benches to Ark-Tex Council of Governments
Tolar Manufacturing completed delivery of 28 Niagara Series non‑advertising transit shelters and loop‑arm benches for the Ark‑Tex Council of Governments, covering stops in Texarkana and Paris, Texas. The five‑year contract, awarded in September 2024, saw 16 shelters installed in April...
Military Hospitals, Clinics Resume Billing Civilians Following 3-Year Pause
The Defense Health Agency will resume billing civilians for care at military treatment facilities after a three‑year pause, affecting an estimated 137,000 non‑beneficiary patients who received emergency or trauma services since June 21 2023. A new Military Health System Modified Payment and...
Xinjiang Textile Production Surging, Official Claims
Xinjiang’s textile sector reported a sharp expansion in 2025, with yarn output climbing 20% and fabric production jumping 36%. The surge generated roughly 46,800 new jobs, according to senior regional official Wang Kuiran. The growth occurred despite ongoing U.S.-led sanctions...
Broker’s Call: Muthoot Finance (Hold)
Muthoot Finance, India’s largest gold‑loan NBFC, posted a 20.34% Q3 FY26 loan yield, buoyed by one‑off NPA recoveries. Management raised FY26 gold‑loan growth guidance to 45%, while the loan book expanded across 7,541 branches. Despite beating estimates, the stock faces...
Lotus Names New Managers for Seattle Stations
Lotus Communications announced leadership changes for its Seattle radio portfolio. Andrew Adams, formerly of Stephens Media Group, has been named general manager overseeing KVI-AM, all‑news KNWN-AM/FM, and country outlet KPLZ-FM. Simultaneously, Jeff Connell, previously regional program director for KPLZ and...
American Securities Association Urges Tweaks to FINRA Elder‑fraud Proposal
The American Securities Association (ASA) has sent an open letter to FINRA urging refinements to its proposed elder‑fraud rules, which would amend Rule 4512, revise Rule 2165, and add Rule 2166. ASA supports short transaction delays and an emergency‑contact option but warns against...
Battlefield 6 Misses BAFTA Multiplayer Nomination Despite Massive Launch
The 2026 BAFTA Game Awards announced their nominees, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading the pack. Notably, EA's Battlefield 6, a high‑profile 2025 multiplayer shooter, was omitted from the Multiplayer category despite strong sales and critical praise. The nomination slate also highlighted 17 first‑time...
AF Week in Photos
U.S. Air Force showcased a week of diverse operations, from F‑35A combat missions in the Middle East supporting Operation Epic Fury to Arctic F‑22 sorties defending North American airspace. Joint exercises highlighted B‑2, Navy F‑35C and F/A‑18E maritime strikes, while...
Bank of America Reports 30 Billion Digital Client Interactions in 2025 as AI and Mobile Usage Grow
Bank of America announced that its digital banking platforms logged roughly 30 billion client interactions in 2025, encompassing logins, AI‑driven solutions, and automated alerts. This volume marks a 14% rise from the prior year, underscoring accelerating adoption of mobile and AI...
Radio — the New Boutique Business?
At the NAB Show, Radio World will host a session on April 19 that frames radio‑station ownership as a boutique‑business opportunity for Gen‑X and Millennial professionals. Engineers Andy Gladding and Bud Williamson will discuss how owning a small‑market station can deliver community...
WoodSpring Suites Opens in St. Peters, MO
WoodSpring Suites opened its new extended‑stay hotel in St. Peters‑O’Fallon, Missouri, under Aimbridge Hospitality’s management. The property targets travelers on multi‑week assignments, such as healthcare professionals, project workers and relocators, offering full kitchens, noise‑reducing construction, and on‑site laundry. Additional amenities...
Ultragenyx’s Gene Therapy Hits Key Endpoint in Phase 3 Trial for Blood Ammonia Disease
Ultragenyx announced that its investigational gene therapy for ornithine transcarbamylase (OTC) deficiency met a primary endpoint in a Phase 3 trial involving 37 patients. The study demonstrated a statistically significant reduction in blood ammonia levels, the key marker of disease...
Daimler Truck 'Well Positioned for Defense Growth,' CFO Says
Daimler Truck Holding AG announced its strategy to capitalize on rising European defense spending, aiming to double its defense segment by 2030. CFO Eva Scherer highlighted the company's capability to quickly scale production, leveraging its experience managing cyclical markets. The...
NAB 2026: Harmonic Takes Wraps Off Spectrum X Plus Media Server
At NAB 2026, Harmonic unveiled Spectrum X Plus, the latest iteration of its Spectrum X media server line. The new platform doubles channel density, handling up to eight HD or two UHD channels per chassis while cutting rack space and...
An iHeart FM Ready To Cheer ‘¡Viva La Revolución!’
The New England Revolution has partnered with iHeartRadio’s Rumba 97.7 FM to broadcast all 17 home matches in Spanish for the 2026 MLS season, beginning with the March 15 clash against FC Cincinnati. The deal also names Rumba 97.7 as the official radio partner...
Pentagon: Iran's Missiles, Not Mines, Pose Main Threat to Hormuz Shipping
The Pentagon has concluded that Iran’s missile arsenal, rather than naval mines, represents the chief danger to commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Analysts note that Iran’s short‑ and medium‑range ballistic missiles can reach vessels transiting the narrow waterway,...
How to Equip Decorations in Monster Hunter Stories 3
Monster Hunter Stories 3 lets players enhance weapons and armor by slotting decorations. Decorations are obtained from chests, quests, or purchased from Melynx using Bronze, Silver, or Gold points. Collecting duplicate decorations automatically upgrades them, delivering significant power spikes. Additional decoration...
IHeartMedia to Present 2026 iHeartPodcast Awards
iHeartMedia will present the 2026 iHeartPodcast Awards during SXSW in Austin, staged at ACL Live at the Moody Theatre. Comedian Ego Nwodim has been tapped as emcee, with Will Ferrell opening the ceremony and Holly Frey serving as winners correspondent....
Victory Cruise Lines Invests $5M in Fleet Upgrades
Victory Cruise Lines announced a $5 million investment to upgrade its two flagship vessels, Victory I and Victory II, during the 2026 layup period. The program covers major engine overhauls, crane recertifications, drydock work, exterior repainting, and extensive interior refurbishments,...
Six Confirmed Deceased in Loss of U.S. KC-135 Over Iraq
A U.S. Air Force KC-135 aerial refueling aircraft crashed over western Iraq on March 12, 2026, killing all six crew members. The loss occurred during Operation Epic Fury and was confirmed not to be the result of hostile or friendly fire. The...
NAB 2026: Net Insight Introduces Nimbra 520 Media Processing Node
At NAB 2026 Net Insight unveiled the Nimbra 520, a high‑density media processing node designed for live contribution and distribution. The node handles multi‑channel HEVC and AVC, UHD, 10‑bit video and low‑latency workflows while delivering up to 50 % bandwidth savings versus legacy...
Public Banks And Municipal Bonds
The article critiques the notion that municipal governments can substantially expand fiscal space by having local public banks purchase their own bonds. It argues that a new bank must first raise equity, limiting its initial balance sheet, and that banks...
Pokemon Pokopia - Sparkling Skylands Interactive Map
GameRant released an interactive map for Sparkling Skylands, the final region in Pokemon Pokopia. The map catalogs every collectible, gate, and golden Pokeball, allowing players to toggle categories and track progress. Launched alongside the game's March 5, 2026 release, the...
Rolls-Royce to Lead Powertrain Development for MGCS in Important Step for the Programme
Rolls‑Royce Power Systems has been appointed general contractor to develop the drive system for the Franco‑German Main Ground Combat System (MGCS). The contract pairs its 1,400 kW MTU199 ten‑cylinder engine with ZF’s eLSG5000 electrified powershift steering transmission, creating the world’s first...
Doctors at Irish Hospital Accidentally Operated on Patient’s Wrong Testicle During Surgery
Doctors at three Irish acute hospitals performed four wrong‑site surgeries in the past two years, including an operation on the wrong testicle. The incidents involved a testicle, a leg, oral structures and another genital organ, prompting criticism from patient advocates....
Colorado Considers Legislation to Tax Phantom Income
Colorado’s HB 1221 would overhaul the state’s alternative minimum tax and net operating loss rules, effectively taxing income that has not yet been realized. The bill proposes repealing the AMT credit, creating double taxation on accelerated depreciation and incentive‑stock‑option gains. It...
CD Projekt Red Has Bad News for Fans Waiting on 'Secret New DLC' For Cyberpunk 2077
CD Projekt Red announced it will not release any new DLC or expansions for Cyberpunk 2077, confirming that the last major add‑on was 2023’s Phantom Liberty. The studio’s denial follows a series of substantial patches, including the 2.3 update in mid‑2025,...
Parasect | Pokémon Guide
Parasect is a Bug/Grass Pokémon from the original Kanto roster, evolving from Paras at level 24 and serving as the final stage of its line. It carries a modest 60 HP, high Attack (95), and low Speed (30), with abilities like Effect...
Study Shows 77% of Mobile Gamers Spend $100 or More per Month on Online Purchases
A new AppLovin report finds that 77% of U.S. mobile gamers spend $100 or more per month on online purchases, while 70% play daily, making the medium a high‑frequency touchpoint for brands. Nearly 40% of surveyed gamers bought a product...
Regions Accelerates Plan to Build 150 New Branches
Regions Financial is accelerating its branch rollout, targeting 135‑150 new locations in Florida, Georgia and Tennessee over the next five years, down from a seven‑year horizon. The bank will close a comparable number of under‑performing sites, leaving its overall branch...
Coast Hotels Debuts Coast Edson Hotel
Coast Hotels Limited, a subsidiary of APA Hotel Canada, has opened the Coast Edson Hotel, marking its seventh property owned by Mundi Hotel Enterprises in Alberta. The 69‑room hotel sits on the Yellowhead Highway, catering to business travelers, outdoor enthusiasts,...
Evil Plate Game Code March 2026
Roblox’s Evil Plate Game released two fresh redemption codes: 600K awards 3,000 shards, while 500K provides 6,000 shards plus a player title. Players claim these rewards by interacting with the “Codes” NPC near the shop area. The article also highlights...
AI Hiring Is Now a Legal Risk. Are You up to Speed?
A proposed class‑action lawsuit in California accuses Eightfold AI of using hidden candidate scores that violate consumer‑protection and fair‑employment laws. The complaint alleges the algorithm relied on sensitive data—social media, location, device activity—without informing or allowing candidates to contest the...
The Podcast Show Appoints Steve Ackerman as Non-Executive Director
The Podcast Show announced that Steve Ackerman has been appointed as a non‑executive director on its board. Ackerman brings more than three decades of audio, entertainment and digital content experience, most recently leading Sony Music’s global podcast division. His mandate...
EU Cybersecurity Proposals Pose Significant Risks for Ireland and Irish Businesses – Digital Business Ireland
Digital Business Ireland (DBI) warns that the EU’s proposed Cybersecurity Act revision, known as CSA2, could expose Ireland and its businesses to broad, undefined compliance obligations. The draft grants the European Commission power to label entire third‑country suppliers as "high‑risk"...
The Clark Howard Show Partners with Airwave
Airwave has signed an exclusive distribution, monetization, and marketing agreement with The Clark Howard Podcast, one of the longest‑running personal‑finance shows. The partnership gives the podcast access to Airwave’s full‑service network, which supports over 180 podcasts and generates more than...
New Soulsvania Game on Steam Feels Like Hollow Knight: Silksong Meets Sekiro
Indie studio Doodal is set to release Solateria on Steam on March 12, 2026. The game mixes the hand‑drawn Metroidvania style of Hollow Knight with Sekiro‑style timing‑based parry combat. Players control a fire‑warrior exploring a non‑linear world, customizing with 40...
How Colorectal Cancer Treatment Is Evolving in 2026
Colorectal cancer remains a major global health burden, with over 1.9 million new cases and 900,000 deaths in 2022, placing it high on biotech priorities. Treatment has shifted from surgery‑centric approaches to a blend of refined chemotherapy backbones and biomarker‑driven targeted...
Frequency Matters, Mar 13: T&M/C&C Issue, Industry News/Events
Microwave Journal’s Media Director Pat Hindle hosts the March "Frequency Matters" episode, centering on the Test and Measurement (T&M) sector. The show reviews key takeaways from DesignCon and Mobile World Congress Barcelona, offering listeners concise industry insights. Sponsored by RFMW,...
From Large Language Models to Learning Languages - Seven More Fabulous Fireside Chats From PGC London 2026
PGC London 2026 hosted a series of seven fireside chats that gathered top voices from the mobile‑games ecosystem, including Duolingo, 52 Entertainment, Finz Games, Studio Atelico, Zaibatsu Interactive and TapNation. The conversations explored how Duolingo applies game‑like core loops to language learning, how monetisation now...