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MSAI

Infrared Cameras Holdings, Inc. has officially changed its name to MultiSensor AI Holdings, Inc. (MSAI) to better reflect its evolution into a SaaS leader in industrial predictive maintenance. This change is part of a broader transformation that includes a successful NASDAQ listing in December 2023, enhancements to its software platforms, and a new visual identity. The company's NASDAQ ticker symbol, MSAI, remains unchanged.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

February 12, 2024 | 1:33 pm

AWH

Aspira Women's Health Inc. (NASDAQ:AWH), a company specializing in women's health diagnostic tools, announced a late-breaking poster presentation at the 71st Annual Scientific Meeting for the Society for Reproductive Investigation in Vancouver, Canada. The presentation will showcase foundational data for Aspira's EndoCheckSM, a noninvasive diagnostic test for endometriosis, specifically focusing on endometriomas. The event is scheduled for March 15, 2024, and involves collaboration with the Oxford Endometriosis CaRe Centre.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

February 12, 2024 | 1:15 pm

UL

Unilever Plc (NYSE:UL) CEO Hein Schumacher, supported by billionaire Nelson Peltz, is committed to revitalizing the company through a strategic focus on its top 30 brands, streamlining its workforce, and executing a growth action plan. Despite investor skepticism and a history of underperformance, Schumacher is optimistic about the future, emphasizing systematic marketing and operational efficiency. The company has initiated a €1.5 billion share buyback and reported a 7.0% underlying sales growth in FY23. Unilever also plans to sell its Elida Beauty Business to Yellow Wood Partners LLC.

Portfolio Pulse from Vandana Singh

February 12, 2024 | 1:15 pm

BMR

NVDA

Beamr Imaging announced its collaboration with NVIDIA to present joint research on automated video modernization at the ACM Mile-High-Video 2024 Conference. This partnership highlights the integration of Beamr's technology with NVIDIA's advanced computing platforms to enhance video processing capabilities.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

February 12, 2024 | 12:01 pm

TSLA

Gary Black of Future Fund criticized Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) for not advertising during the Super Bowl, arguing the potential for significant follow-up interest outweighs the cost. Tesla opted to cut the price of Model Y by $1,000 in the US instead, spending $40M for a month. Black advocates for advertising to educate on EV benefits, despite Tesla's historical direct sales model preference. Tesla's absence from the Super Bowl is defended by supporters, noting the brand's strong presence and the spike in popularity when rivals advertise EVs during the event.

Portfolio Pulse from Shanthi Rexaline

February 12, 2024 | 8:25 am

SEALSQ

SEALSQ enters the AI chip market with an advanced AIoT strategy, combining AI and IoT technologies into a fully integrated platform. This move aims to revolutionize digital transformation and innovation for its customers through a foundation of semiconductors, smart sensors, IoT systems, AI technologies, and an expansive data cloud.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

February 12, 2024 | 7:08 am

BTCUSD

President Joe Biden's post on X featuring 'laser eyes', a popular meme among Bitcoin supporters, has sparked discussions in the cryptocurrency community. The gesture, following the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl victory, is seen by some as a nod to Bitcoin. The 'laser eyes' meme, symbolizing enthusiasm for Bitcoin, has been adopted by various celebrities and even President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador. BTC's price saw a slight increase of 0.12% in the last 24 hours.

Portfolio Pulse from Mehab Qureshi

February 12, 2024 | 6:39 am

TSLA

The Dawn Project launched a Super Bowl ad campaign targeting Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) for safety issues with its self-driving software. The ads, featuring real crash footage, urge a boycott of Tesla, highlighting the company's inaction following fatal crashes and the NHTSA's calls for a ban on the software. This campaign is part of ongoing efforts to raise safety concerns about Tesla's Full Self-Driving software.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Neuro

February 12, 2024 | 6:10 am

BTCUSD

Edward Snowden, known for his critical views on privacy and government surveillance, expressed his interest in the Bitcoin market over the Super Bowl LVIII, highlighting his focus on the cryptocurrency's chart. This year's Super Bowl lacked advertisements from major crypto firms, a departure from previous years. Jack Dorsey, co-founder of Twitter and Block Inc, made a subtle nod to Bitcoin by wearing a 'Satoshi' sweatshirt at the event. Bitcoin's value saw a significant increase, reaching over $48,000, coinciding with the Lunar New Year celebrations in Asia. The cryptocurrency market has seen a surge in investment, particularly in BTC Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), which have attracted over a billion dollars, indicating a rising demand for Bitcoin. Notably, U.S. Spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced a substantial influx of funds, contrasting with the reduced outflows from GrayScale's Bitcoin Trust.

Portfolio Pulse from Mehab Qureshi

February 12, 2024 | 3:58 am

BTCUSD

SQ

During Super Bowl LVIII, no crypto firms advertised, marking a shift from previous years. Block Inc's CEO, Jack Dorsey, was seen wearing a 'Satoshi' sweatshirt, highlighting his support for Bitcoin. Crypto exchanges like Kraken and Coinbase are diversifying their marketing strategies and focusing on global outreach and lobbying for crypto-friendly laws in the U.S., respectively. Major financial firms like BlackRock and Grayscale also opted out of Super Bowl ads despite recent approvals for Bitcoin Spot ETFs. Bitcoin's price saw a slight increase.

Portfolio Pulse from Mehab Qureshi

February 12, 2024 | 3:12 am