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Intel has announced its support for an open platform for enterprise artificial intelligence (AI), aiming to foster innovation and ease of use in AI technologies. This move is expected to enhance Intel's position in the competitive AI market by promoting interoperability and collaboration among developers and businesses.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

April 16, 2024 | 4:04 pm

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YOLO

At Benzinga's Cannabis Capital Conference, Dustin Milner, CEO of Talarya Brands, discussed M&A strategy, emphasizing that until there's more investor interest and capital inflow, funds will be prioritized for operations over acquisitions.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

April 16, 2024 | 3:58 pm

BA

Boeing Co (NYSE:BA) has announced its largest annual purchase of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), totaling 9.4 million gallons, to support its 2024 U.S. commercial operations. This purchase, which is over 60% higher than the previous year, will aid the Boeing ecoDemonstrator program and its U.S. commercial flights. The SAF consists of 30% waste by-products and 70% conventional jet fuel. Boeing also plans to buy CO2 emissions reductions for 5.4 million gallons of SAF through a book-and-claim process. EPIC Fuels and Avfuel will supply the SAF, with contributions from Neste.

Portfolio Pulse from Shivani Kumaresan

April 16, 2024 | 3:40 pm

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Kineta, Inc. has been granted a U.S. patent titled 'Proteasome activity enhancing compounds (including methods for treating cancer or tumors)'. This patent could potentially bolster Kineta's position in the oncology market by providing new avenues for cancer treatment.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

April 16, 2024 | 3:35 pm

SPT

Sprout Social shares are trading lower following the announcement of a CEO transition.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

April 16, 2024 | 3:16 pm

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MSOS

At Benzinga's Cannabis Capital Conference, Cresco Labs' EVP John Sullivan highlighted the changing perceptions towards cannabis over the last three years. He emphasized the need for continued advocacy to push legislators for further progress, acknowledging that cannabis often gets sidelined and Cresco Labs is not yet at the forefront of the industry.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

April 16, 2024 | 2:52 pm

MSOS

At Benzinga's Cannabis Capital Conference, Trulieve's Executive Director of Government Relations, Lauren Niehaus, emphasized the need for constant education of Congress on cannabis issues, highlighting the slow but ongoing progress in the sector.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

April 16, 2024 | 2:50 pm

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YOLO

At Benzinga's Cannabis Capital Conference, Tahira Rehmatullah from Highlands Ventures expressed a preference for the private sector over public companies in the cannabis industry, citing the complexity of running a public company as akin to managing two separate entities. She also noted that many companies are not adequately prepared for the public market.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

April 16, 2024 | 2:34 pm

BA

Boeing has announced its largest purchase of blended sustainable aviation fuel, acquiring 9.4 million gallons for its 2024 U.S. commercial operations. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

April 16, 2024 | 2:02 pm