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Astronomers spot storm on another star for first time

Astronomers revealed Wednesday they have detected a storm on a star other than our Sun for the first time, discovering an explosion so violent it could have stripped away the atmosphere of any planets unlucky enough to be nearby.

UK music industry warns growth threatened by AI, Brexit

Britain's music industry contributed £8 billion ($10.5 billion) to the UK economy in 2024, but the effects of Brexit and AI have clouded the sector's outlook, an industry report showed Wednesday.

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Catheter Precision, Inc. Announces Definitive Agreement to Acquire PeriKard, LLC

Catheter Precision, Inc. (NYSE American:VTAK), a U.S.-based innovative medical device company focused on electrophysiology products, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire PeriKard, LLC., in a transaction involving the issuance of restricted VTAK common stock for 100% of the LLC interests in PeriKard. A total of 275,000 shares of restricted common stock will be issued upon the closing. The closing of the acquisition is subject to normal closing conditions, including the approval of the NYSE/American of the listing of the shares to be issued. The closing is expected to happen by the end of this month.

TaxBandits Introduces BanditAI: The Smart AI Assistant for 1099, W-2, 94x, and ACA 1095 Filings

TaxBandits, a leading e-file provider for 1099, W-2, 94x, ACA 1095, and various other tax forms, is excited to introduce BanditAI, an intelligent AI-powered assistant designed to streamline the tax filing process for businesses and tax professionals for the 2024 tax season.

US, Japanese lunar landers set to launch on single rocket

One rocket, two missions: Lunar landers built by US and Japanese companies are poised to "rideshare" to the Moon, showcasing the private sector's growing role in space exploration.

India's Hindu pilgrims: a sea of humanity at Kumbh Mela

Millions of Hindu pilgrims are gathering in India to bathe in sacred waters for the six-week-long Kumbh Mela festival -- from the very old to babies, cave-dwelling monks to science teachers.

Blue Origin scrubs key test launch again, eyes Thursday

Blue Origin, the space company founded by billionaire Jeff Bezos, called off the inaugural launch of its huge new rocket again on Monday evening after facing weather issues.

Blue Origin eyes early Tuesday launch but weather an issue

Blue Origin, the space company founded by billionaire Jeff Bezos, hopes to launch its huge new rocket early Tuesday morning, but has flagged lousy overnight weather could mean a scrubbed lift-off for a second straight day.

Smilii Hosts Thousands of Websites Without Venture Capital - Here’s How They Did It

Bucking the Venture Capital Trend, This Family-Run Web Host Proves Personal Service Is the New Competitive Edge.

Unusual Machines Appoints Brad Mello as VP of Manufacturing to Advance Domestic Production

Unusual Machines, a leading innovator in drone technology with a current focus on U.S. based manufacturing and marketing of drone parts, is excited to announce the appointment of Brad Mello as Vice President of Manufacturing. With an extensive background in automotive manufacturing, industrial automation, and consumer products, Brad is uniquely positioned to lead the development of Unusual Machines' drone components business, driving innovation and operational excellence.

VisiRose Announces $3 Million Seed Financing Round to Advance Ocular Therapeutics

VisiRose Inc. ("VisiRose" or the "Company"), a privately-held, clinical-stage biotechnology company developing novel ocular therapeutics, today announced a $3 million seed financing round for VisiRose. The funds from this round will be directed toward advancing the Company's lead investigational program, particularly facilitating critical regulatory milestones of the clinical development of its therapies for corneal diseases and other severe ocular conditions.

WanAware Launches Next-Gen Intelligent Observability Platform to Redefine IT Infrastructure Management

The company is addressing the critical gaps left by legacy IT tools, transforming raw data into actionable insights to overcome cybersecurity risks, inefficiencies, and performance challenges.

Middle East-Based Sigma Capital Unveils $100M Fund to Accelerate Web3 Innovations

The fund will focus on DeFi, tokenization, and blockchain infrastructure by managing a portfolio of venture investments and liquid tokens.Launch highlights UAE's growing role as a global hub for Web3 investments.$100M fund will focus on early-stage Web3 Startups, liquid tokens, and fund-of-fund allocations.Led by Web3 pioneer Vineet Budki, the fund will leverage global partnerships and deep market access to support portfolio success.

US announces new restrictions on AI chip exports

The United States unveiled new export rules Monday on chips used for artificial intelligence, furthering efforts to make it tough for China and other rivals to access advanced technology in Joe Biden's final days as president.

PM vows 'pro-growth' rules to make Britain an 'AI superpower'

Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday laid out his vision to harness the power of artificial intelligence to boost Britain's flagging economy, promising "pro-growth" regulations amid concerns about the technology's unchecked use.

Blue Origin pushes back first launch of giant New Glenn rocket

Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin will have to wait a little longer for the long-anticipated maiden orbital flight of its brand-new rocket after a launch attempt dragged on for hours before being canceled due to unspecified technical issues.

Catheter Precision, Inc. Announces Initial LockeT Purchase From the University of Tennessee Medical Center

Catheter Precision, Inc. (NYSE American:VTAK), a U.S.-based innovative medical device company focused on electrophysiology products, today announced it has received its first purchase order for LockeT from the southeast region.

IGC Pharma to Participate in Fireside Chat with Ascendiant Capital Markets

IGC Pharma, Inc (NYSE American:IGC) ("IGC" or the "Company"), today announced that CEO Ram Mukunda and CCO Claudia Grimaldi will be participating in a fireside chat hosted by Ascendiant Capital Markets on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at 1:00 pm ET.

Tech sector's energy transition draws attention at Vegas show

With its focus on innovative products and cutting-edge technology, the annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) has not historically paid much attention to energy companies.

Five things to know about New Glenn, Blue Origin's new rocket

Blue Origin, the US space company founded by billionaire Jeff Bezos in 2000, is poised for a historic first: its maiden voyage into orbital space with a brand new rocket, New Glenn.

Blue Origin set for first launch of giant New Glenn rocket

A quarter of a century after its founding, Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin is finally ready for its maiden orbital voyage on Sunday with a brand new rocket the company hopes will shake up the commercial space race.

Smart glasses enter new era with sleeker designs, lower prices

Producers of hi-tech connected eyewear are multiplying their innovations with increasingly discreet models in an attempt to make a difference in a highly competitive -- and fast-emerging -- market.

AI comes down from the cloud as chips get smarter

Artificial intelligence is moving from data centers to "the edge" as computer makers build the technology into laptops, robots, cars and more devices closer to home.

Japan 'poop master' gives back to nature

When nature calls, Masana Izawa has followed the same routine for more than 50 years: heading out to the woods in Japan, dropping his pants and doing as bears do.

US Supreme Court to hear TikTok ban case

The US Supreme Court is to hear TikTok's appeal on Friday of a law that would force its Chinese owner to sell the wildly popular online video-sharing platform or shut it down.

Alyea Therapeutics to Present at Biotech Showcase 2025 During 43rd Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference Week

Finalist to present at RESI JPM IPC and attend the Nasdaq Opening Bell Ceremony on January 13

Japan startup hopeful ahead of second moon launch

Japanese startup ispace vowed its upcoming second unmanned Moon mission will be a success, saying Thursday that it learned from its failed attempt nearly two years ago.

Myanmar military adopts anti-junta fighters' drone tactics

A Myanmar military drone tracked a car carrying anti-junta forces as it drove through the contested village of Moe Bye. Moments after it parked near a house, the operator dropped an explosive.

ALT5 Sigma to Exhibit at iFX EXPO Dubai January 14-16, 2025

ALT5 Sigma Corporation (NASDAQ:ALTS), a fintech, providing next generation blockchain-powered technologies for tokenization, trading, clearing, settlement, payment, and safe-keeping of digital assets, announced its participation in the upcoming iFX EXPO Dubai.

CAGE Bio Announces Phase 2b Trial for CGB-500 (1% Tofacitinib), a Breakthrough Topical JAK Inhibitor for Moderate to Severe Atopic Dermatitis

CAGE Bio, Inc., a clinical-stage biotechnology company advancing innovative therapies for high incidence immuno-dermatological disorders, today announced the initiation of a Phase 2b dose-ranging trial for its CGB-500 product. This topical JAK inhibitor ointment, developed using CAGE Bio's proprietary ionic liquid technology, represents a potential breakthrough for low body surface area (BSA), moderate to severe atopic dermatitis (AD) condition.

US astronauts upbeat seven months into eight-day mission

Two US astronauts who have been stuck for months on the International Space Station (ISS) said Wednesday they have plenty of food, are not facing a laundry crisis, and don't yet feel like castaways.

Extreme weather, suburban sprawl fuel LA's wildfires

A prolonged dry spell combined with strong winds has created the "perfect conditions" for Los Angeles wildfires to rage out of control, even though experts say it's too soon to pinpoint exactly how much climate change contributed.

Safe from looting, Damascus museum reopens a month after Assad's fall

Syrians returned on Wednesday to the national museum in Damascus, reopened for the first time since Islamist-led forces seized the capital and ousted president Bashar al-Assad.

Indonesia upholds iPhone 16 sales ban after Apple offers $1 bn investment

Indonesia on Wednesday upheld a ban on iPhone 16 sales despite Apple's $1 billion pledge to invest in the country after a negotiation deadlock, citing the company's failure to meet domestic market requirements.

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