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CGC

Benzinga has released a roundup of the latest cannabis product releases, including Wana Brands' cannabis gummies in Mississippi's medical marijuana market. Wana Brands' CFO and VP of HR & CSR will speak at the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference. Other products include 'It’s All About Choices' cannabis-infused edibles, Huxleys' gel caps and gummies, Dizzies' infused ground flowers, pre-rolls, and edibles, and Indeed Brewing Company's sparkling THC drinks. Wana Brands, in partnership with Canopy Growth Corporation (NASDAQ:CGC), has introduced its cannabis gummies through Spectrum Therapeutics, Canopy Growth's medical cannabis division.

Portfolio Pulse from Joana Scopel

August 22, 2023 | 12:16 am

IGT

International Game Technology PLC (IGT) has launched its PeakBarTop cabinet with sports betting at St. Croix Casinos in Turtle Lake and Danbury, Wisconsin. The cabinet allows patrons to enjoy IGT video poker, slots, keno games and sports betting in a bar environment. The PeakBarTop cabinet won 'Land-Based Product of the Year' at the 2022 Global Gaming Awards.

Portfolio Pulse from Happy Mohamed

August 21, 2023 | 8:35 pm

COTY

Marc Jacobs International has expanded its long-term license agreement with Coty Inc. (NYSE:COTY), bringing Marc Jacobs Beauty into Coty's portfolio. The agreement extends Coty's license with Marc Jacobs for over 15 years. The partnership has been successful, with Marc Jacobs' Fragrances becoming one of the top 10 female fragrances worldwide. The revival of Marc Jacobs' cosmetic portfolio, in partnership with Coty, is eagerly anticipated by consumers. The expansion reinforces Coty's position as a partner for global fashion houses and brands.

Portfolio Pulse from Happy Mohamed

August 21, 2023 | 8:31 pm

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SAIC

SAIC has entered into a Strategic Collaboration Agreement with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to provide services, resources, and expertise to help government customers utilize SAIC's secure cloud solutions in AWS GovCloud. The terms of the agreement were not disclosed.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 21, 2023 | 8:21 pm

BWMN

Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. (BWMN) and its partner H.W. Lochner have received an additional $4.9 million in funding from the Illinois Department of Transportation for the Phase III Route I-80 Corridor Management Program. This brings the total obligated under the agreement to $6.9 million, with a remaining $23.1 million to be authorized as determined by the department. The $1.2 billion project, funded by the Rebuild Illinois Capital Program, aims to improve old roadway infrastructure, rehabilitate bridges, and reduce congestion.

Portfolio Pulse from Happy Mohamed

August 21, 2023 | 8:11 pm

HII

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) has been awarded a $138M U.S. Air Force task order to support planning and acquisition of critical warfighting capabilities. This contract could potentially boost HII's revenues and profitability.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 21, 2023 | 7:32 pm

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CDW

CDW Corporation (NASDAQ:CDW) has entered into a four-year Strategic Collaboration Agreement (SCA) with Amazon Web Services (AWS). The collaboration aims to deliver comprehensive solutions and services leveraging AWS to help organizations harness the full potential of the cloud adoption journey. CDW will provide enhanced expertise and scale in all segments including Corporate, Small Business and Public, and will collaborate with AWS to develop new solutions across key focus areas.

Portfolio Pulse from Happy Mohamed

August 21, 2023 | 5:15 pm

JBLU

JetBlue Airways Corporation has launched its eighth Gateway development program, Gateway Rotor Transition Program (RTP), aimed at transitioning U.S. military-trained rotary wing aviators into commercial pilots. The program is in partnership with SkyWarrior Flight Training LLC. JetBlue shares were trading 0.39% lower to $6.32.

Portfolio Pulse from Shivani Kumaresan

August 21, 2023 | 3:51 pm

MRK

MRNA

Moderna Inc (NASDAQ:MRNA) and Chinese biotech CARsgen Therapeutics have partnered to investigate a combination of CARsgen's investigational Claudin18.2 CAR T-cell product candidate (CT041) and Moderna's investigational Claudin18.2 mRNA cancer vaccine. The collaboration will involve preclinical studies and a phase 1 clinical trial. Moderna has previously collaborated with Merck & Co Inc (NYSE:MRK) on an mRNA cancer vaccine that showed promising results.

Portfolio Pulse from Vandana Singh

August 21, 2023 | 3:20 pm

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Meta Platforms is preparing to launch a desktop version of Threads to compete with Elon Musk's X. Amazon has restarted its external shipping service, challenging FedEx and UPS. High-profile investors have presented a competing bid for Sculptor Capital Management. Kraft Heinz plans to offer Lunchables to school cafeterias. Medical Properties Trust's deal with Prospect Medical Holdings is on hold. Tesla has suffered a data breach affecting over 75,000 people. Old Dominion Freight Line has offered $1.5 billion to acquire Yellow Corp's terminals. General Motors' Cruise is under investigation after a collision. DuPont is in talks to sell its Delrin resins unit. Disney is in a legal battle with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Goldman Sachs faces potential lawsuits over the 1MDB scandal. Citigroup is considering splitting its largest division. Walmart and Centric Brands are examining their Cambodian supply chains. US Steel denies union veto rights in company sale.

Portfolio Pulse from Vandana Singh

August 21, 2023 | 3:17 pm