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Foresight Autonomous Holdings Ltd. (FRSX) has successfully completed two proof of concept projects with an unnamed Japanese vehicle manufacturer. These projects demonstrate Foresight's capabilities in the automotive technology space, potentially leading to future collaborations or contracts with the manufacturer.

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February 05, 2024 | 1:35 pm

ISPR

Ispire Technology has opened a new manufacturing facility in Malaysia that is ISO- and GMP-certified. This state-of-the-art facility is set to enhance the production of premium vaporizers, cartridges, pod systems, disposables, and batteries for the global vapor industry.

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February 05, 2024 | 1:34 pm

XTKG

X3 Holdings Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ:XTKG) announced a strategic roadmap for global expansion, targeting growth in digital technologies, bitcoin cryptomining, renewable energy, and agriculture technologies. The company plans to expand its digital trade platforms and services globally, develop bitcoin mining operations powered by sustainable energy, and pursue renewable energy projects and agriculture technologies to improve farm operations and reduce costs. CEO Stewart Lor emphasized the transformative journey and the focus on high-growth industries to drive innovation and create value.

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February 05, 2024 | 1:33 pm

ARCT

Arcturus Therapeutics announced new results for its sa-mRNA COVID-19 vaccine, showing superior immunogenicity to the Omicron BA.4/5 variant and a longer duration of immune response compared to first-generation mRNA vaccines. This follows the vaccine's approval in Japan in November 2023.

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February 05, 2024 | 1:32 pm

MCD

McDonald's Corporation (NYSE:MCD) reported mixed Q4 2023 results with adjusted EPS of $2.95, beating consensus but sales of $6.41 billion fell short. U.S. same-store sales rose 4.3%, with worldwide growth at 3.4%. International sales were impacted by Middle East tensions, particularly in the developmental licensed markets segment. The company's loyalty program and digital growth contributed positively, while charges related to software write-offs and restructuring impacted operating income.

Portfolio Pulse from Vandana Singh

February 05, 2024 | 1:29 pm

NTRA

Natera announced a new study validating its Signatera technology, showing that ctDNA positivity is a significant prognostic factor in endometrial cancer. This suggests Signatera could redefine adjuvant treatment pathways for this type of cancer.

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February 05, 2024 | 1:25 pm

TWST

Twist Bioscience Corporation (NASDAQ:TWST) announced the early access of its Twist Flex Prep Ultra High-Throughput (UHT) Kit, designed to significantly reduce costs and increase efficiency in NGS workflows, particularly in agricultural genomics. The kit features novel Normalization By Ligation (NBL) technology for self-normalizing sample inputs, enhanced multiplexing capabilities, and compatibility with automation systems. This innovation is expected to accelerate NGS adoption in AgBio by offering a scalable, streamlined, and cost-effective solution. Twist Bioscience will showcase this technology at the AGBT General Meeting in Orlando, FL.

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February 05, 2024 | 1:24 pm

SLAM

Slam Corp. (NASDAQ:SLAM) and Lynk Global, Inc. have announced a definitive business combination agreement, aiming to create Lynk Global Holdings, Inc., which will be listed on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol 'LYNK'. This merger leverages Lynk's sat2phone technology, compatible with 2G to 5G devices without modification, and aims to expand global wireless connectivity. The deal values Lynk at $800 million pre-money and is expected to close in the second half of 2024, subject to customary closing conditions and shareholder approval. The capital raised will accelerate the production of satellites and support operations, aiming to connect over two billion unconnected people worldwide.

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February 05, 2024 | 1:21 pm

RUM

Rumble, a video-sharing platform, has announced a partnership with 1775 Coffee to introduce a new coffee product. This move is part of Rumble's strategy to expand its offerings and establish a parallel economy.

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February 05, 2024 | 1:15 pm