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DFLI

Dragonfly Energy Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ:DFLI) has partnered with the Florida RV Trade Association (FRVTA) to conduct a training seminar on the safe installation of lithium-ion battery systems for RVs. The seminar was attended by professional RV dealers and installers, and a recording will be released publicly on Dragonfly Energy's Battle Born Academy website. The company believes that education is a cornerstone to the lithium battery industry, ensuring safe and proper installation and comprehensive knowledge across the industry.

Portfolio Pulse from Happy Mohamed

August 09, 2023 | 11:38 am

CSTE

Caesarstone has announced that its global restructuring plan is on track, which is expected to reignite long-term profitable growth for the company.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 09, 2023 | 11:15 am

LPSN

LivePerson Inc's shares surged by 13% following a Q2 FY23 earnings beat. The company reported revenue of $97.52 million, surpassing the consensus of $96.85 million. Despite a 26.4% Y/Y decline in revenue due to the exit of lower-margin and non-core lines of business, the company inked 69 deals in Q2. Adjusted operating income stood at $3.1 million, a significant improvement from a loss of $12.6 million a year ago. The company also announced that CFO John Collins will assume the additional role of interim CEO, effective August 7, 2023.

Portfolio Pulse from Lekha Gupta

August 09, 2023 | 9:58 am

NNDM

Nano Dimension Ltd. (NNDM) has highlighted that Murchinson Ltd. paid its director nominees $50,000 each, a total of $250,000, for agreeing to stand for election to Nano's Board of Directors. This payment makes the nominees beholden to Murchinson and they cannot be considered independent.

Portfolio Pulse from Charles Gross

August 09, 2023 | 9:04 am

AZN

AstraZeneca has signed an agreement with Statkraft for wind power deliveries. The deal is part of AstraZeneca's commitment to achieve zero carbon emissions from its global operations by 2025.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 09, 2023 | 7:26 am

META

TSLA

Robert Kiyosaki, author of 'Rich Dad Poor Dad', has expressed his views on the anticipated MMA fight between Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and owner of X, and Mark Zuckerberg, co-founder of Meta Platforms. The fight is seen as a symbol of their ongoing rivalry in the tech industry and is expected to raise millions for charity. Musk's recent health concerns add uncertainty to the event. The fight also represents the competition between their respective platforms, with Meta’s Threads directly challenging Musk’s X.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Neuro

August 09, 2023 | 1:12 am

NNI

GRNE Solar, a solar engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) firm, has rebranded as Nelnet Renewable Energy following its acquisition by Nelnet, Inc. (NYSE:NNI) in 2022. The company's offerings remain unchanged, and it continues to provide commercial and residential solar energy solutions across 13 states. Nelnet Renewable Energy also offers a solar tax equity co-investment platform, a sustainability literacy platform for educational institutions, and a venture capital investment team focused on renewable energy innovation.

Portfolio Pulse from Happy Mohamed

August 08, 2023 | 9:56 pm

CLW

Clearwater Paper Corporation (CLW) has appointed Sherri Baker as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective from August 14, 2023.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 08, 2023 | 9:32 pm

ACCO

ACCO Brands has announced that Thomas Tedford will be appointed as the company's CEO, effective from October 1.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 08, 2023 | 8:36 pm

AAPL

AMZN

DIS

NFLX

Walt Disney Co has formed a task force to study artificial intelligence (AI) and its applications across the company. The company is looking to develop AI applications in-house and form partnerships with startups. Disney has 11 job openings seeking candidates with AI or machine learning expertise. The company sees AI as crucial to monitor the surging costs of movie and television production. Major entertainment companies, including Netflix, Amazon, and Apple, are also hiring for positions in the AI field.

Portfolio Pulse from Anusuya Lahiri

August 08, 2023 | 7:56 pm