News•Feb 18, 2026
UK Legaltech Adeus Launches True Wills Ahead of Electronic Will Reforms
London‑based legaltech firm adeus has launched True Wills™, a service that records a cryptographic fingerprint of a will on blockchain while keeping the document off‑chain. Backed by an Innovate UK Smart Grant, the product complements traditional wet‑signed wills and is built to transition seamlessly to fully electronic wills expected to be legal in England and Wales by 2026. The platform aims to prevent loss, tampering, and disputes during probate, offering both direct consumers and professional will writers added security. Additional adeus products are slated for release in early 2026.
By Tech.eu
News•Feb 18, 2026
ECB and ONCE Foundation Launch Collaboration to Ensure Digital Euro Is Accessible for Everyone
The European Central Bank has signed a collaboration agreement with Spain’s ONCE Foundation to make the digital euro app universally accessible, especially for people with disabilities, older adults, and those with limited digital skills. The foundation will provide technical advice,...
By European Central Bank — Press/Speeches
News•Feb 18, 2026
Sweden Ranks Third in Global Military Aid to Ukraine
Sweden emerged as the world’s third‑largest donor of military aid to Ukraine in 2025, delivering roughly $4.4 billion. European nations collectively contributed $21.5 billion, a $1.5 billion increase over the previous year, with Germany and the United Kingdom ahead of Sweden. The Nordic...
By Defence Blog
News•Feb 18, 2026
Enverus Launches Marketplace for Buying and Selling Minerals, Backed by Industry-Leading Data and Analytics
Enverus unveiled the Minerals Marketplace, a secure, fee‑free platform that directly connects buyers and sellers of mineral and non‑operated interests. Leveraging Enverus data on over 250,000 owners and about 85% of U.S. royalty revenue, the service offers real‑time cash‑flow and...
By MarTech Series
News•Feb 18, 2026
Defunding the Taliban without Starving the Afghan People
The U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee approved the bipartisan No Tax Dollars for Terrorists Act, aiming to prevent American taxpayer money from funding the Taliban or affiliated terrorist groups. The legislation follows a SIGAR report indicating that roughly $3.83 billion of...
By Asia Times – Defense
News•Feb 18, 2026
Bulgaria Receives First Stryker Armored Vehicles
On Feb. 14, 2026, Bulgaria received its first batch of U.S. and Canadian Stryker armored vehicles, marking the launch of a multi‑year ground‑force modernization program. Five combat‑ready Strykers were delivered to the port of Burgas and will be assembled at...
By Defence Blog
News•Feb 18, 2026
‘Menacing’ Call of Duty TV Ad Gunned Down by Watchdog
The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has banned the TV spot for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, deeming its aggressive tone and imagery as trivialising sexual violence. The ad, featuring comedian Nikki Glaser and actor Peter Stormare as “Replacer” security officers, showed...
By DecisionMarketing
News•Feb 18, 2026
OSHA Inspector Ranks Fell Sharply Before Projected 2026 Increase, Agency Says
OSHA’s federal safety‑inspection workforce dropped sharply, falling from 812 officers at the end of fiscal 2024 to 629 by September 2025. The agency projects a rebound to roughly 1,720 inspectors in 2026, a figure that includes staff from state‑plan programs....
By Business Insurance
News•Feb 18, 2026
L3Harris Begins Work on South Korean AEW&C Aircraft, Eyes Further International Opportunities
L3Harris has begun modifying Bombardier Global 6500 jets for South Korea’s airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) program, deploying its AERIS X system. The contract, valued at roughly US $2.26 billion, was awarded in October 2025 and involves partners Bombardier, Israel Aerospace Industries, Elta...
By Shephard Media
News•Feb 18, 2026
ScribeRyte ClickNote Seamlessly Flows AI-Generated SOAP Notes Into Browser-Based EMRs
ScribeRyte AI introduced ClickNote, a free Chrome extension that automatically inserts AI‑generated SOAP notes into any browser‑based EMR. The tool leverages ambient speech technology, multilingual support, and HIPAA‑secure protocols to streamline documentation. ScribeRyte claims providers can reclaim up to ten...
By Health Tech Digital (UK)
News•Feb 18, 2026
Kipu Health Launches Elevate 2026
Kipu Health announced Elevate 2026, a three‑day customer conference in Carlsbad, California, showcasing its AI‑native Kipu Helix Intelligent Operating System for behavioral health. The event gathers executives, operators and administrators to explore AI‑driven strategies, hands‑on programming and peer insights. Kipu...
By AI-TechPark
News•Feb 18, 2026
Managing Systemic Supply Chain Risk to the U.S. Economy From Trade Concentration and Geopolitical Conflict
The RAND report examines systemic supply‑chain risks facing the U.S. economy stemming from trade concentration and geopolitical conflict. It highlights how reliance on a narrow set of foreign suppliers can magnify disruption impacts. The analysis calls for coordinated public‑private strategies...
By RAND Blog/Analysis
News•Feb 18, 2026
Glencore to Extend KCC in Land Deal with Gécamines
Glencore announced a lease agreement with DRC state miner Gécamines that secures additional land titles, extending the Kamoto Copper Company (KCC) life of mine into the 2040s and targeting 300,000 tonnes of copper output by 2028. The deal follows a...
By Miningmx
News•Feb 18, 2026
Sports, Influencer and Media Buying Capabilities to Drive M&A This Year
Moore Kingston Smith forecasts a modest rebound in UK media and marketing M&A in 2026 after a 23% drop to 301 deals in 2025, the slowest since the pandemic. Buyers are prioritising capability‑driven targets—especially sports, influencer, and media‑buying agencies that...
By VideoWeek (UK/Europe)
News•Feb 18, 2026
Middle Market Deal Terms at a Glance – February 2026
SPP Capital Partners released its February 2026 Middle Market Deal Terms snapshot, updating leverage, debt‑to‑EBITDA, and pricing metrics for senior bank cash‑flow, senior non‑bank unitranche, and junior capital across micro, small and mid‑cap segments. Compared with February 2025, leverage ratios have nudged...
By The Lead Left
News•Feb 18, 2026
MCO-Hosted FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group Event in Pictures – Inspiration-Filled Sessions, Collaborative Discussions, Valuable Networking, Exclusive Tours, and More
From February 9‑11, 2026 the Future Travel Experience Baggage Innovation Working Group convened at Orlando International Airport for three days of presentations, tours and startup pitches. Highlights included a deep‑dive into MCO’s next‑generation baggage system, a Disney‑hosted off‑airport bag‑drop showcase, and...
By Future Travel Experience
News•Feb 18, 2026
A Decade on, Lily Mine Rescue Remains Unresolved
The Lily Mine collapse in 2016 triggered a business rescue that has now stretched ten years without resolution. The mine remains closed, the three miners unrecovered, creditors unpaid, and no funding has been verified for revised rescue plans. The case...
By Miningmx
News•Feb 18, 2026
UAV Navigation & Ekolot Aerospace and Defense Partner on ZEUS VTOL Platform
UAV Navigation-Grupo Oesía and Ekolot Aerospace & Defense have forged a strategic partnership to embed high‑precision flight‑control and navigation systems into the ZEUS VTOL platform. The ZEUS family, with a maximum take‑off weight of 100‑250 kg and payload capacity of 30‑150 kg,...
By Unmanned Systems Technology – News
News•Feb 18, 2026
Pan African Dusts Off Historic Gold in Drive for Growth
Pan African Resources announced a maiden interim dividend of 12 South African cents per share, translating to a R280 million payout. The six‑month results showed earnings up 192% to US 0.073 per share, while net debt collapsed 69.3% to $46.2 million and cash...
By Miningmx
News•Feb 18, 2026
Routes Healthcare Unifies a Complex SaaS and ERP Landscape with BPA Platform to Strengthen Operations and Continuity
Routes Healthcare, a leading health and social care provider in northern England, adopted the BPA Platform to integrate its Sage 200 ERP with a wide range of SaaS applications. The low‑code integration layer unified data, automated workforce communication, recruitment, and...
By ERP News
News•Feb 18, 2026
Kuala Lumpur, Langkawi, and Penang to Shine in 2026 as Malaysia Sets Sights on Attracting 2.1 Million Indian Tourists
Malaysia’s Visit Malaysia Year 2026 campaign is targeting 2.1 million Indian visitors, a 34.6% rise from the previous year. Indian arrivals already climbed to 1.56 million in 2025, up 14.6% from 2024, underscoring growing demand. The push is backed by 238 weekly...
By Travel And Tour World
News•Feb 18, 2026
Flyadeal’s Latest Fleet Expansion with the Airbus A320neo: More Affordable Flights From Jeddah, Riyadh, and Beyond – Everything You Need...
Flyadeal, Saudi Arabia’s fast‑growing low‑cost carrier, received its first Airbus A320neo of 2026, bringing its total fleet to 45 aircraft. The new plane, named Al‑Saqr, features 186 all‑economy seats and lower fuel consumption, enhancing both capacity and sustainability. Flyadeal operates...
By Travel And Tour World
News•Feb 18, 2026
Kuwait and Egypt Forge Stronger Tourism Ties: Major Updates on Cultural Collaboration and Destination Growth
Egypt’s Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathi met Kuwait’s Minister of State for Communications Omar Saud Al‑Omar during the 52nd UN Tourism Regional Commission in Kuwait, cementing a bilateral pact to deepen cultural tourism ties. The dialogue highlighted Egypt’s...
By Travel And Tour World
News•Feb 18, 2026
SEC Moves to Toughen Standards for Philippine Corporate Directors
The Philippine Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a draft memorandum circular proposing stricter training requirements for corporate directors and senior executives. The new framework mandates a comprehensive curriculum that incorporates OECD corporate governance principles, the ASEAN Governance Scorecard,...
By Manila Bulletin – Business
News•Feb 18, 2026
Stockholm, Paris, and Venice Airports Suffer Severe Disruptions as Hundreds of Flights Are Canceled and Delayed
European hubs in Stockholm, Paris, and Venice experienced severe operational chaos on January 18, 2026, as airlines cancelled six flights and delayed more than 180 across the continent. Scandinavian Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and Air France were the primary carriers affected,...
By Travel And Tour World
News•Feb 18, 2026
Cambodia Extends Tax Incentives for the Tourism Businesses in Siem Reap, Supporting Sector Recovery, Long-Term Growth and Regional Tourism Development
Cambodia’s government has extended tax incentives for tourism businesses in Siem Reap until the end of 2026, offering income‑tax exemptions and monthly tax relief (excluding VAT and accommodation tax). The measure targets hotels, guesthouses, restaurants and travel agencies, aiming to...
By Travel And Tour World
News•Feb 18, 2026
AFP Backs Increased US Missile Deployments to Manila for Enhanced Regional Defense Posture
The Armed Forces of the Philippines publicly endorsed the United States’ plan to expand missile and unmanned system deployments following the 12th Philippines‑U.S. Bilateral Strategic Dialogue. The agreement includes the Typhon mid‑range missile launcher and the Navy‑Marine Expeditionary Ship Interdiction...
By Manila Bulletin – Business
News•Feb 18, 2026
The Biggest Supply Chain Risks of 2026 (and How to Navigate Them)
2026 opens with heightened supply‑chain volatility as markets grapple with tight capacity, an early Chinese New Year, and the Red Sea’s tentative reopening. Geopolitical fragmentation, lingering trade‑policy uncertainty and economic instability force shippers to rethink tender timing and rate‑locking strategies....
By Xeneta Blog
News•Feb 18, 2026
AboitizPower Agrees to Supply 30 Megawatts to Negros Cooperative
Aboitiz Power Corp. will supply Northern Negros Electric Cooperative (Noneco) with 30 MW of electricity, combining 10 MW of solar generation and 20 MW of baseload power. The mixed supply aims to meet rising demand in the cooperative’s franchise area while smoothing the...
By Manila Bulletin – Business
News•Feb 18, 2026
The Defense Industrial Base Is a Prime Target for Cyber Disruption
Cyber adversaries are moving beyond classic espionage to disrupt the defense industrial base (DIB), aiming to cripple production capacity and supply chains. Attackers now target everything from large primes to niche startups, especially firms with dual‑use technologies, using ransomware and...
By Help Net Security
News•Feb 18, 2026
How Japan Should Respond to Trump’s Project Vault
The Trump administration’s Project Vault earmarks about $12 billion to create a U.S. Strategic Critical Minerals Reserve, a public‑private partnership that purchases, stores and manages a diversified portfolio of essential raw materials. Japan’s current METI‑JOGMEC approach evaluates projects individually, which could...
By Asia Times – Defense
News•Feb 18, 2026
Japan to Offer Support for Exports of Flexible Perovskite Solar Cells
Japan announced a new subsidy scheme to support overseas installations of flexible perovskite solar cells, aiming to accelerate the export of its homegrown renewable‑energy technology. The program targets projects in Southeast Asia, with Indonesia and Thailand identified as early beneficiaries....
By Nikkei Asia – Economy
News•Feb 18, 2026
Why Indonesia Is All-In on Trump’s Board of Peace
Indonesia’s president, Prabowo Subianto, will attend the inaugural Trump Board of Peace meeting and has pledged up to 8,000 troops for a humanitarian peacekeeping mission in Gaza, with 1,000 ready by April and the remainder by June. The offer is...
By Foreign Policy
News•Feb 18, 2026
Allient Appoints New Director of Engineering to Support Motion Control Development
Allient has named Ben Vespone as Director of Engineering for its Rochester unit, overseeing new product development and value‑add design projects. Vespone brings a master’s degree from the University of Rochester and a track record launching complex electronic and electromechanical...
By Unmanned Systems Technology – News
News•Feb 18, 2026
From Cooking Technique to Global Platform: International Sous Vide Day Marks a Turning Point
The episode marks International Sous Vide Day, highlighting how the precision cooking method has evolved from a niche French experiment to a global operational platform across restaurants, hospitality, healthcare, and retail. Guest Miguel Franco, CCO of Cuisine Solutions, explains that sous vide’s...
By Total Food Service
News•Feb 18, 2026
SatVu Raises £30M to Accelerate Its Constellation
UK‑based thermal‑imaging firm SatVu announced a £30 million equity raise, bringing its total financing to £60 million. The funding, sourced from the NATO Innovation Fund, British Business Bank and existing backers, will accelerate the deployment of its HotSat constellation after the on‑orbit...
By Payload
News•Feb 18, 2026
NHS Business Services Authority Improves Online Baby Loss Certification
The NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) has completed a beta reassessment of its Baby Loss Certificate service, achieving compliance with all 14 government service standards. The digital service, created after the Pregnancy Loss Review, now offers bereaved parents formal recognition...
By UKAuthority (UK)
News•Feb 18, 2026
The Norwegian Group Delivers Record Results for 2025 and Increases Dividend
The Norwegian Group posted a record operating profit of NOK 3.732 billion for 2025, the highest in its history, and a NOK 21 million EBIT in Q4 after a loss the previous year. Passenger traffic rose to 27.3 million for the full year, with Norwegian’s...
By Breaking Travel News
News•Feb 18, 2026
Banco Itaú Teams Up with iCapital to Enhance Private Markets Offering with New Tech Solution
Banco Itaú International and Banco Itaú (Suisse) have expanded their partnership with fintech platform iCapital, embedding iCapital’s technology into the bank’s private‑markets offering. The integration delivers an end‑to‑end digital ecosystem covering marketing, onboarding, documentation, reporting and analytics, and introduces iCapital’s...
By Crowdfund Insider
News•Feb 18, 2026
MQ-9 Drones Sharpen US Eye on China’s Pacific Moves
The United States is deploying and upgrading MQ‑9 Reaper drones across the Indo‑Pacific, stationing them at bases in Japan, South Korea, the Philippines and other locations. The expansion creates a persistent ISR web that allies such as Japan, Taiwan and...
By Asia Times – Defense
News•Feb 18, 2026
TheKey’s CEO Plots Home Health Expansion
TheKey, a Delray, Florida‑based home‑care provider, is moving to add private‑pay nursing services in four new states, aiming for a total of six states by the end of 2026. The company is finalizing licensure for the southern half of California...
By Home Health Care News
News•Feb 18, 2026
Central Holidays Debuts Inspiring New Line of Travel Programs to Morocco
Central Holidays announced a new suite of Morocco travel programs, expanding its portfolio beyond recent Türkiye offerings. The itineraries span comprehensive multi‑city tours, relaxed city stays, and multi‑country adventures, all fully customizable for individuals, groups, or specialty segments. To drive...
By Breaking Travel News
News•Feb 18, 2026
Strong Jet Stream Pushes JetBlue Airbus A321neo To Reach Speed Of 755mph Over New Mexico
JetBlue flight 524 from Los Angeles to New York arrived 39 minutes early after a powerful jet stream boosted its ground speed to 755 mph, far above the typical 520 mph cruise. The tailwind provided a speed boost without adding aerodynamic stress, allowing the Airbus A321neo...
By Simple Flying
News•Feb 18, 2026
Ionis Paves Its Own Path as Initial Tryngolza Launch Defies Expectations
Ionis Therapeutics announced that its GSK‑partnered antisense drug bepirovirsen achieved a statistically significant functional cure rate of roughly 15‑20% in a Phase 3 trial, far surpassing the 1‑3% rate of existing hepatitis B therapies. The company also reported a strong first‑year launch...
By BioSpace
News•Feb 18, 2026
Ongoing Regulatory Uncertainty Means Innovation Is Now Higher Risk
Regulatory uncertainty is rising as the FDA shifts leadership, adopts a single‑trial approval pathway, and tightens its benefit‑risk framework. While the one‑trial standard promises faster, cheaper market entry, recent surprise complete response letters (CRLs) show that even successful Phase 3 results...
By BioSpace
News•Feb 18, 2026
Proliferating Patents, Lawsuits Stave Off Pharmas’ Generic Competitors
A new analysis in Health Affairs Scholar reveals that brand‑name drugmakers are exploiting the Hatch‑Waxman framework through serial patent litigation and continuation patents to extend market exclusivity. By filing multiple overlapping patents, companies can repeatedly sue generic challengers, triggering 30‑month...
By BioSpace
News•Feb 18, 2026
The 10-25 Unit Playbook: Scale Without Chaos
SynergySuite released an eBook titled “The 10‑25 Unit Playbook: Scale Without Chaos,” targeting restaurant groups expanding from ten to twenty‑five locations. The guide outlines practical frameworks, real‑world data, and a unified technology stack to eliminate inventory bleed, improve labor forecasting,...
By Fast Casual
News•Feb 18, 2026
Demonstrators Are No Longer Optional — They’re How Programs Stay on Track
Aerospace and defense programs are abandoning the old end‑stage validation model in favor of early demonstrators—physical or digital mockups that test designs throughout development. The Department of Defense now mandates rapid prototyping and competitive demonstration to curb cost overruns, schedule...
By Payload
News•Feb 18, 2026
The Perils of Militarizing Law Enforcement
In August 2025 President Donald Trump declared a crime emergency in Washington, D.C. and deployed the National Guard to patrol city streets, marking the first large‑scale use of federal troops for domestic policing in the United States. Similar attempts have...
By Foreign Affairs
News•Feb 18, 2026
Environmental Groups Sue DOE Over Approval of CP2 LNG Export Application
Environmental groups including the NRDC, Earthjustice and the Sierra Club filed a lawsuit challenging the Department of Energy’s approval of Venture Global’s Calcasieu Pass 2 (CP2) LNG export terminal in Louisiana. The suit alleges the DOE failed to assess how the...
By CleanTechnica