Fairmat to Recover Carbon Composite Panels From Airbus and Work with Several Other Fields
Fairmat announced a contract with Airbus to recycle carbon‑composite panels from the A350, using its patented Infinity cold‑plasma technology that preserves mechanical performance. The process produces virgin‑quality fibers while dramatically lowering carbon emissions compared with new material production. At JEC World 2026 the company also unveiled partnerships with Etex, Babolat, Salomon, LaunchPad O&P and Billy Footwear to bring recycled composites into construction, sports equipment and medical orthotics. These collaborations aim to create high‑performance, low‑impact products across multiple sectors.
How Can Financial Institutions Leverage eIDAS 2.0 for Strong Growth?
The EU’s eIDAS 2.0 revision introduces a mandatory European Digital Identity (EUDI) Wallet that will let financial institutions exchange verified, portable credentials instantly. Key regulatory milestones are the July 2027 AMLR harmonisation and the December 2027 wallet‑mandate, which together replace 27 national KYC...
Future Islands Sign Exclusive Global Deal with Universal Music Publishing
Universal Music Publishing Group has signed Baltimore synth‑pop band Future Islands to an exclusive global publishing deal covering their back catalogue and future works. The agreement coincides with the band’s 20th anniversary and the UK Top 10 entry of their 2024...
In the Clinic for March 12, 2026
BioWorld’s March 12, 2026 clinic roundup aggregates a suite of data snapshots and special reports spanning biopharma, medical technology, and emerging therapeutic areas. The collection links to analyses on mRNA vaccine research, China’s GLP‑1 market, CAR‑T developments, and the med‑tech outlook for...
Wider Consultations Urged on Mobile Data Rollover Bills
CitizenWatch Philippines urges lawmakers to broaden consultations on pending mobile data rollover bills, supporting the consumer‑protection goal but warning that rules designed for fixed monthly plans may not fit the country’s promo‑driven prepaid market. They highlight risks such as loss...
Time to Take Stock and Prepare
The escalating Middle East conflict is pushing crude oil toward $200 a barrel, straining global markets. The Philippines’ strategic reserves only cover about 45 days, leaving the nation exposed to price shocks. A newly mandated four‑day work week will shift...
Machines for The Moment At CONEXPO
The CONEXPO‑CON/AGG trade show in Las Vegas drew more than 140,000 construction professionals, underscoring strong demand for new equipment despite lingering tariff uncertainties. Caterpillar used the platform to launch its 19‑ton 319 excavator, creating a previously missing size class between...
SEC Issues Guidelines for New Online Lending Platforms
The Philippine SEC released draft guidelines to end the 2021 moratorium on registering new online lending platforms (OLPs). The proposal outlines prudential, disclosure and market‑conduct standards, a single entity‑level certificate of authority, and a graduated asset‑based licensing fee effective 2027....
South Dakota Lawmakers Reject Mandatory E-Verify Checks of Worker Citizenship, Immigration Status
South Dakota Senate voted down House Bill 1209, which would have mandated employers with more than 25 staff to verify new hires through the federal E‑Verify system within ten days. The measure, originally passed by the House, faced amendments and...
Tennessee Packaging EPR Bill Sidelined for 2026
The Tennessee Waste to Jobs Act, an extended producer responsibility (EPR) bill targeting packaging waste, was set aside during a committee hearing. The revised legislation lets businesses earning under $10 million and counties with fewer than 200,000 residents opt out, aiming...
When Left-Leaning Journalists Produce Right-Leaning Stories
Recent research reveals that many newspapers struggle to articulate their democratic value, using limited persuasive techniques, while donation appeals perform better. An Australian study shows sources value preparation, respect, time, and open‑mindedness in interviews, with gender gaps persisting. Comparative analysis...
Vietnam’s New Wealth: How Techcombank Is Shaping Private Banking
Vietnam’s upgrade to a secondary emerging market is spurring a surge of high‑net‑worth individuals, intensifying demand for sophisticated wealth services. Techcombank Private, crowned Global Finance’s Best Private Bank in Vietnam for 2026, leverages this trend with VND 428 trillion in assets under...
New Community Launches to Support Travel Marketers
Travel Marketing Group (TMG) launched as a new community for travel marketers across all sectors. Formed by senior professionals and merging the Chartered Institute of Marketing Travel Industry Group (CIMTIG) with the Travel Marketing Professionals network (TraMP), it focuses on...
Navy to Commission Ship Named After Medal of Honor Recipient
The U.S. Navy will commission the Arleigh Burke‑class destroyer USS Harvey C. Barnum Jr. (DDG‑124) on April 11, marking the first warship named for a Medal of Honor recipient. The vessel honors Marine Corps Colonel Harvey C. “Barney” Barnum Jr.,...
Cyber National Mission Force to Get New Commander Amid Broader Leadership Turnover
The U.S. Cyber Command’s Cyber National Mission Force (CNMF) will be led by Brig. Gen. Matthew Lennox, replacing Maj. Gen. Lorna Mahlock, who moves to the deputy chief position at Cyber Command. The change‑of‑command ceremony is set for Friday at...
Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott Expands Beyond Texas with New Flagship
Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott, the Western‑inspired lifestyle brand launched in 2023, is opening its first flagship outside Texas in Nashville, Tennessee. The 10,000‑square‑foot store will showcase curated jewelry, hats, boots, apparel, and feature a Hat Customization Atelier and the...
PDAC JV Video: Eldorado Nears Skouries Cash-Flow as Foran Buy Adds Growth
Eldorado Gold is on the cusp of cash‑flow generation as its $1 billion Skouries mine in Greece prepares for first concentrate production in early Q3 2026 and aims for commercial output by year‑end. The company is bolstering growth with a $2.2 billion...
Casual Dining Redefines Value in an Inflationary Environment
The casual‑dining segment outperformed quick‑service peers in 2025, driven primarily by Chili’s and other company‑owned chains. Overall traffic stayed flat, but a core group of brands stabilized earnings through value‑centric promotions like Chili’s 3‑for‑Me and aggressive tiered pricing. Ownership of...
Flat Conditions for Townhouse Construction
Townhouse construction in 2025 remained essentially flat, with 173,000 starts versus 174,000 in 2024. The fourth quarter saw a soft 38,000 attached starts, the weakest since early 2023, while townhouses accounted for over 17% of all single‑family starts. A one‑year...
Free Play Days Has Five Free Xbox Games to Play This Weekend
Microsoft’s Free Play Days returns this weekend, offering Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium and Essential members free access to Killing Floor 3, Bassmaster Fishing, Worms W.M.D., and Tropico 6 from March 12‑15. Diablo IV is also free for all Xbox players until March 18, though only...
When Is The Bite By Night Release Date?
Bite By Night, a Roblox‑based asymmetrical horror game inspired by Five Nights at Freddy's, is slated for an early‑to‑mid March 2024 release, though developers have not confirmed an exact day. The title pits players against animatronic hunters in a pizzeria...
‘Half Man,’ From ‘Baby Reindeer’ Creator Richard Gadd, to Launch on HBO Max in April
"Half Man," a six‑episode drama created by Richard Gadd, will debut on HBO Max in April 2026. The series, co‑produced with the BBC, streams across the U.S., Latin America, Europe, and airs on BBC iPlayer, BBC One, and BBC Scotland...
RGreen Raises Over $1 Billion for European Green Infrastructure Fund
RGREEN INVEST closed its fifth green infrastructure fund, Infragreen V, at over €900 million, surpassing the €670 million raised for the previous vintage. The fund will finance mid‑market European projects in renewable generation, energy storage, and electrification, with a strategic emphasis on...
Able Innovations Deploys ALTA Robotic Patient Delivery Platform in the U.S.
Able Innovations, a Canadian medical robotics firm, has partnered with Lahey Hospital & Medical Center to launch its ALTA robotic patient‑handling platform in the United States, marking the first U.S. deployment. The system automates lateral patient transfers, allowing a single...
WATCH: From Phone Business to Coffee Giant – How Grind Carved Out a Niche
Grind, a South London coffee brand, evolved from a family mobile‑phone shop into a multi‑channel specialty coffee business. After a government‑ordered shutdown forced the founder to start from zero, the company rebuilt with a flagship Shoreditch café and expanded into...
Helios Towers Powers Ahead for Another Five Years
Helios Towers unveiled its five‑year IMPACT 2030 strategy, targeting a tenancy ratio above 2.5× by 2030 after already surpassing the 2.2× goal in 2025. The towerco now operates 14,746 sites across eight African markets and Oman, with adjusted EBITDA projected at...
Rodent Risks in Hotels: Prevention Through Data-Driven Monitoring
Winter drives rats and mice into hotels, creating operational disruptions, costly damage, and negative guest reviews. A Rentokil analysis of 100,000 service requests shows rodent activity remains high in major urban markets such as New York, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, and...
Former Verizon CEO Joins Consello as Senior Adviser
Consello, a global advisory and investment firm, has appointed former Verizon and Ericsson chief executive Hans Vestberg as a senior operating adviser. Vestberg joins a roster of ex‑C‑suite leaders whose combined experience exceeds 150 years, covering operational transformation, capital allocation,...
Levi Strauss Picks SCAYLE as Global Ecommerce Platform Provider
Levi Strauss & Co. announced it will adopt SCAYLE as the core technology for its global ecommerce operations. The migration of Levi’s online storefronts to the SCAYLE platform will begin in 2026 and continue through 2027, covering multiple international markets....
Amount of Online Shoppers Increases in Portugal
Portugal's e‑commerce market reached 5.8 million online shoppers in 2025, a 4 percent increase year‑over‑year and representing 67.9 percent of the population. The Marktest E‑commerce Barometer found free delivery to be the most influential purchase driver, ahead of price discounts and loyalty incentives....
What Makes a Smart Community? Here’s Why Connectivity Matters
Maz Khan, president of Vitalis Smart Communities, argues that connectivity—not just isolated gadgets—is the essential foundation of a true smart community. He warns that without a robust network, IoT devices and AI applications frustrate residents rather than enhance their lives....
South Indian Bank Enables EPF Payments on Net Banking Platform
South Indian Bank launched EPF payment services on its SIBerNet internet‑banking platform on March 12, 2026, in partnership with the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation. The integration creates a direct payment channel, letting employers remit statutory contributions without leaving the EPFO portal. The...
I.S.T Introduces a New Class of Polyimide Composites at JEC World 2026
Industrial Summit Technology (I.S.T) unveiled Imidetex® Composites at JEC World 2026, expanding its polyimide‑based platform into a multifunctional material system. The new composites combine a negative coefficient of thermal expansion, zero outgassing, and high vibration damping, allowing engineers to achieve...
Leonardo to Launch Michelangelo Air Defense Dome Test in Ukraine
Leonardo announced that its Michelangelo air‑defence dome will undergo its first operational test in Ukraine by the end of 2026, followed by NATO‑wide trials in 2027 and full EU integration by 2030. The system, built around the MC5 plug‑in module,...
Strait of Hormuz Must Remain Closed as 'Tool to Pressure Enemy,' Iran's New Supreme Leader Says
Iran's newly appointed supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei called for the Strait of Hormuz to remain closed, describing it as a tool to pressure the enemy. He also demanded the immediate shutdown of all U.S. bases in the Middle East and...
How Modern Hotel Technology Solutions Create a Connected Booking Journey
Hotels are grappling with fragmented digital booking journeys as legacy systems fail to communicate, leading to brand inconsistency and lost conversions. A recent report shows 48% of hoteliers view tech integration as essential to solve these friction points. Integrating property...
Dodging LPG Crunch, Bengaluru’s Oterra Hotel Takes the E-Route
Bengaluru’s five‑star Oterra hotel has largely avoided the citywide LPG supply crunch by converting its kitchens to electric induction cooking. The hotel now relies on industrial induction cooktops powered by renewable energy, using LPG only for a pizza oven and...
The Path to Building Connected Communities
Crafton Tull planners Dave Roberts and Julie Luther Kelso, together with Laneshift founder Ryan Hale, argue that building connected communities requires both physical infrastructure and a supportive culture. They highlight walk audits and immersive experiences as tools to convert abstract...
The Week’s MPN Video Podcast: NFL Money Grab: Why the League Reopened Its $111B Deal Early
Five years into its record $111 billion TV and streaming agreement, the NFL has reopened negotiations to secure a larger share of broadcast revenue. The league’s move follows the NBA’s recent $75 billion rights deal, which set a new market benchmark. Analysts...
Bank Regulators Warn of Increased Cyber Risk From Iran War
Regulators in California and New York have issued urgent cyber‑risk bulletins as the Iran‑Israel war heightens threats to the financial sector. The DFPI and NYDFS urge banks to strengthen defenses, review incident‑response plans, and monitor supply‑chain traffic. Major institutions such as...
Uganda Welcomes WildPlaces Kulu Ora Lodge
WildPlaces Africa has opened Kulu Ora, its seventh lodge, deep within Uganda’s Murchison Falls National Park. The property features 11 canvas‑walled suites, each with a private plunge pool and Nile views, alongside a spa, pool, bar and library. Designed for...
Diatom-Based Microrobots Show Promise for Targeted Photodynamic Therapy of Glioblastoma
Researchers at China’s Shenyang Institute of Automation have created magnetically controlled microrobots from diatom frustules for glioblastoma photodynamic therapy. The robots retain natural chlorophyll, serving as a built‑in photosensitizer, and can be steered via external magnetic fields to tumor sites....
India’s Supreme Court Grants Bail to Veteran Kashmiri Separatist Shabir Ahmed Shah
India’s Supreme Court granted bail on March 12 to 74‑year‑old separatist leader Shabir Ahmed Shah after more than six years of pre‑trial detention. The bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta cited procedural irregularities, delayed witness examination, and Shah’s age and...
Richmond Council to Consider Lime’s Future in Contract Vote
Richmond council will vote next week on whether to replace Lime with Forest as the borough’s sole dockless e‑bike operator. Lime logged more than 1.5 million trips in 2025, operating a fleet of about 500 bikes. Officials recommend Forest based on...
Record Uptake for Family-Friendly Factory Project
The Ethical Supply Chain Program (ESCP) announced a record uptake of its Family‑Friendly Factory initiative. Participation surged among apparel and textile manufacturers in China and Vietnam. The 2025 Worker Well‑Being Impact Report links the program to efforts to mitigate labour...
Stanley Family Foundation Renews Commitment to Accelerate Psychiatric Research at Broad Institute
The Stanley Family Foundation has renewed its support for the Stanley Center for Psychiatric Research at the Broad Institute, bringing its cumulative investment to over $1 billion, including a fresh $280 million pledge. The funding fuels large‑scale genetic studies aimed at uncovering...
Kingshot’s First Year: $800m, 11 Months of Growth, but Backlash From Whales
Century Games’ mobile strategy game Kingshot marked its first anniversary with $811.9 million in gross player spending across Google Play and the App Store. The title posted explosive growth, rising from $5.9 million in March 2025 to a peak of $102.2 million in January 2026...
Hegseth Orders ‘Ruthless’ Review of JAGs. Some See an Attempt to Evade Accountability
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a "ruthless, no‑excuses" review of the Pentagon’s civilian and uniformed legal offices, directing a 45‑day assessment and six‑month overhaul. A memo outlines a split of responsibilities, assigning civilian general counsels business, acquisition and litigation duties...
The Ever-Growing Importance of Certifications in Hospitality
Sustainability certifications such as Green Key, LEED, and GSTC are becoming essential credibility tools for hotels, with 83% of travelers indicating that sustainable travel matters and 45% saying certifications make properties more appealing. Research by EHL Hospitality Business School found...
Elis and John Go Commercial with BBC Podcast
The Elis James and John Robins podcast will launch a commercial feed on 7 April 2026, introducing advertising while its free version remains on BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Sounds. The move follows the BBC Audio Release Policy, which permits independent producers to...