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DaVinci’s Eatery buys Lewiston’s Sonder & Dram and bon Vivant businesses

DaVinci’s Eatery has acquired two beloved Lewiston businesses, Sonder & Dram and bon Vivant. Locals can look forward to the Ash Street bar reopening under the ownership of Craig Tribuno this summer, signaling a fresh infusion of energy into the city’s nightlife.

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 DaVinci’s Eatery buys Lewiston’s Sonder & Dram and bon Vivant businesses
Payslip Secures Growth Financing to Scale AI Global Payroll Platform

Payslip, a global payroll platform, has secured growth financing to build on a decade of expansion. With a 60% compound annual growth rate and strong EBITDA, the company aims to use fresh investments to scale its AI-driven services for enterprises worldwide.

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 Payslip Secures Growth Financing to Scale AI Global Payroll Platform
BlockchainFX & Pepenode Miss Momentum While BlockDAG Turbo at $0.0005 May Become the Next Big Crypto

BlockchainFX is winding down its crypto presale, and Pepenode has raised US$2.4 million without using a burn system. Meanwhile, Turbo, launching at just US$0.0005 in ten incremental rounds, presents a fresh future for digital assets with a projected 300x return.

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 BlockchainFX & Pepenode Miss Momentum While BlockDAG Turbo at $0.0005 May Become the Next Big Crypto
Mobvista (1860.HK) Welcomes Temasek as Major Shareholder

Mobvista (1860.HK) announced that Temasek, a Singapore-based global investment firm, has taken a US$150 million stake in the company. The investment aims to boost Mobvista’s international reach, underlining its focus on global expansion.

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Octave Intelligence Plc Listed on Nasdaq Stockholm

Shareholders of Hexagon AB have received newly issued shares in Octave Intelligence plc, effectively granting them a stake in a newly listed entity on Nasdaq Stockholm. Determined by a corporate resolution in April 2026, this move expands Hexagon’s footprint and creates fresh opportunities in the business landscape.

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LSL PHARMA GROUP REPORTS RECORD REVENUES AND FIRST QUARTER 2026 RESULTS

LSL Pharma Group has reported record-breaking revenues for the first quarter of 2026, buoyed by acquisitions of Juno OTC and Du-Var. Despite a temporary production halt at the company’s Steri-Med facility, LSL Pharma swiftly resumed operations and is poised for continued growth in key segments such as eye-care and private-label products.

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 LSL PHARMA GROUP REPORTS RECORD REVENUES AND FIRST QUARTER 2026 RESULTS
LexinFintech Holdings Ltd. Reports First Quarter 2026 Unaudited Financial Results

LexinFintech Holdings Ltd. has announced its unaudited financial results for the first quarter of 2026, covering the period ended March 31. The Shenzhen-based company, recognized for its technology-empowered personal financial services, reveals key insights into its performance at a time of ongoing innovation in China’s financial sector.

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Real-Time Stakes: Spartans Casino Uses Blockchain to Power its $7,000,000 Leaderboard

Spartans Casino is tapping into blockchain technology to power its real-time leaderboard, putting a remarkable $7,000,000 prize pool on the line every month. By embracing crash crypto games and high-speed originals, the platform underscores its drive to become a leading force in crypto-driven entertainment.

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 Real-Time Stakes: Spartans Casino Uses Blockchain to Power its $7,000,000 Leaderboard
Singapore Gulf Bank Joins BNY’s Correspondent Banking Network and Fixed Income Brokerage Platform

Singapore Gulf Bank (SGB) has joined forces with BNY, enhancing its U.S. dollar clearing capabilities and exploring new fixed income offerings. This collaboration broadens SGB’s reach in real-time settlement and enables crypto-native clients to invest in traditional assets such as U.S. Treasury bills and money market funds.

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 Singapore Gulf Bank Joins BNY’s Correspondent Banking Network and Fixed Income Brokerage Platform
Top Trending Cryptos in 2026: BlockDAG, Chainlink, PAX Gold, and Bitcoin Cash – The Picks You Can’t Ignore!

Four top cryptos—BlockDAG, Chainlink, PAX Gold, and Bitcoin Cash—are capturing investor attention in 2026. Market watchers await BlockDAG’s April 8 launch, which may yield an 85x instant return on investment.

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Government of Canada inviting female business owners to take part in US trade show (Kelowna)

Canadian female business owners have an exceptional chance to network and learn at a major US trade show this June. Hosted by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council in Salt Lake City, the event promises groundbreaking opportunities for growth, with federal aid guiding entrepreneurs every step of the way.

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Ethereum News Today: ETH Foundation Lifts Staked ETH to 69,500, Nearing Treasury Goal

The Ethereum Foundation is on the brink of completing its 70,000 ETH staking goal after depositing $93 million, bringing its total staked Ether to 69,500. This progress showcases the foundation’s firm commitment to reinforcing its treasury and strengthening the Ethereum network.

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 Ethereum News Today: ETH Foundation Lifts Staked ETH to 69,500, Nearing Treasury Goal
Analyzing Market Moves: How XRP, Dogecoin, Chainlink & BlockDAG Are Becoming the Top Cryptos to Buy Today

BDAG (BlockDAG), XRP, Dogecoin, and Chainlink are emerging as top picks in the evolving cryptocurrency landscape. With BlockDAG already hitting $0.35—an 85x return on investment—observers are closely watching for the start of trading.

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 Analyzing Market Moves: How XRP, Dogecoin, Chainlink & BlockDAG Are Becoming the Top Cryptos to Buy Today
Ripple (XRP) See Regulatory Boost, Yet Taurox (TAUX) Might Deliver AI Agents Sooner After Launching Pre-KYA

Ripple (XRP) appears to be gaining traction under evolving crypto regulations, promising new momentum for its market position. At the same time, Taurox (TAUX) has unexpectedly opened its Pre-KYA Registration Table earlier than planned, giving developers, quants, and AI builders fresh opportunities to submit trading agents in advance of a formal system launch.

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 Ripple (XRP) See Regulatory Boost, Yet Taurox (TAUX) Might Deliver AI Agents Sooner After Launching Pre-KYA
Esperion Therapeutics Closes Acquisition of Corstasis Therapeutics, Expanding Its Cardiovascular Franchise with EnbumystTM (bumetanide nasal spray)

Esperion Therapeutics has completed its acquisition of Corstasis Therapeutics, bringing the FDA-approved Enbumyst nasal spray into its cardiovascular portfolio. This first-in-class nasal spray loop diuretic helps manage fluid retention for congestive heart failure, marking a new step in Esperion’s plan to address the growing global burden of cardiometabolic disease. Executives anticipate that Enbumyst will bolster the company’s commercial capabilities and revenue growth.

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 Esperion Therapeutics Closes Acquisition of Corstasis Therapeutics, Expanding Its Cardiovascular Franchise with EnbumystTM (bumetanide nasal spray)
FitLife Brands Announces Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2025 Results

FitLife Brands, a leading force in nutritional supplements, experienced a 73% jump in its fourth-quarter 2025 revenue compared to the previous year. Thanks to its recent acquisition of Irwin Naturals and strong wholesale growth, the Company posted solid gains, despite a decrease in gross margin and net income.

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 FitLife Brands Announces Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2025 Results
Money Study Reveals Consumers are Redefining the American Dream

A new study is reshaping our understanding of the American Dream by spotlighting how emerging technologies and evolving attitudes impact money habits. Sponsored by StatePoint, this research delves into how modern challenges and digital innovations are prompting consumers to reevaluate financial success.

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Uplight Announces Leadership Transition Following Strategic Investment to Accelerate Customer-Driven Grid Reliability

Uplight is undergoing a leadership transition spurred by a new strategic investment from Octopus Energy Group and Schneider Electric. The CEO, Luis D’Acosta, plans to step down on March 31, handing the reins to incoming leaders who will guide the company’s growth.

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 Uplight Announces Leadership Transition Following Strategic Investment to Accelerate Customer-Driven Grid Reliability
Health In Tech Announces Closing of $7.0 Million Private Placement

Health In Tech, Inc., an AI-enabled InsurTech platform, has finalized a $7 million private placement. The announcement underscores growing investor confidence in AI-focused insurance solutions and marks a notable step for the company’s enterprise strategy.

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 Health In Tech Announces Closing of $7.0 Million Private Placement
Scytale Expands SOX ITGC Compliance Capabilities Following AudITech Acquisition

Scytale has unveiled an expanded suite of SOX IT General Controls tools following its June 2025 acquisition of AudITech. By integrating AudITech’s user access and change management automation, Scytale is helping enterprises reduce manual effort and risk in their complex compliance programs.

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 Scytale Expands SOX ITGC Compliance Capabilities Following AudITech Acquisition
NC joins multi-state lawsuit to block $6B Nexstar merger

North Carolina’s Attorney General Jeff Jackson has joined seven other Democratic attorneys general to block a $6 billion merger between Nexstar and Tegna. The multi-state lawsuit challenges what they see as an overreach in media consolidation, raising questions about its potential effect on local broadcasting and competition.

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 NC joins multi-state lawsuit to block $6B Nexstar merger
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