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Providence Equity Vows Support for Wasserman Agency Amid Sale

Founder Casey Wasserman to depart after revelations in Epstein files

Nuvalent Outlines FDA Timelines for ROS1, ALK Drugs as $1.4B Cash Fuels Global Launch Plans

Company highlights regulatory milestones, commercialization strategy, and pipeline progress during investor conference.

Sol Sister Sport Expands to North America and Europe as Skirted Leggings Gain Popularity Among Women 40+

The women-owned activewear brand reports growing demand for its signature performance leggings with integrated skirts.

Instacart Shares Surge 14% on Strong Earnings as CEO Downplays Grocery Delivery Competition

Instacart CEO says concerns over mounting competitive pressures are "overblown" as the company reports robust Q4 results.

Aurora Innovation Highlights Driverless Trucking Expansion in Q4 Earnings Call

The autonomous vehicle company reports rapid progress in commercial operations and plans to scale driverless trucks in 2026.

Viking Therapeutics Reports Q4 2025 Earnings, Highlights Obesity Pipeline Progress

Company provides updates on VK2735 dual GLP-1/GIP agonist and plans for Phase 3 obesity trials

Cineverse Acquires Connected TV Monetization Platform IndiCue

The $22 million deal aims to bolster Cineverse's technology ecosystem and content distribution capabilities.

Levelpath Appoints Charles Giardina as VP of Engineering After Breakout Year

AI procurement leader reports 4X growth, major product innovation, and organizational expansion as it strengthens executive leadership.

Levelpath Appoints Charles Giardina as VP of Engineering After Breakout Year

Levelpath, an AI procurement leader, reports 4X growth, major product innovation, and organizational expansion as it strengthens executive leadership.

Former Facebook Co-Founder Now Leads Streaming Platform Philo

A day in the life of Andrew McCollum, CEO of Philo, balancing work and family in San Francisco

QuantumScape Highlights Solid-State Battery Progress in Q4 Earnings Call

Company touts Cobra manufacturing process, QSE-5 cell development, and expanded partner and customer base

RevHub Center Receives SoCalGas Grant for Ignite Impact Program

Funding will cover all participant costs for 11-week ideation program supporting early-stage OC founders.

Aurora Innovation Highlights Driverless Trucking Milestone in Q4 Earnings Call

Company reports rapid expansion of autonomous operations and commercialization plans for 2026 and beyond.

Vroozi Recognized in Ardent Partners' 2026 AP Automation Report

AI-powered procurement provider Vroozi included in annual industry analysis

Netflix Co-Founder Gives 'Tough Love' Advice to Aspiring Writer

Marc Randolph encourages writer to stop waiting for an agent and start creating.

AnaptysBio Outlines Plans to Split Into Royalty and Biopharma Firms

Company flags upcoming catalysts for Jemperli and pipeline programs

Plein Air Secures Investment from Coral Tree Partners

The partnership will fuel Plein Air's continued expansion, technology innovation, and delivery of high-touch services to its growing roster of restaurant and retail clients.

Green Rain Energy Launches EV+ Unit, Plans Dividend

Planned stock dividend for holders as of Mar. 31, 2026 comes as Green Rain Energy builds out EV+ charging in five states and negotiates Chronical EV deal.

Presidio Bay Ventures proposes over 1,000 new homes in Menlo Park

Developer plans to replace downtown parking lots and federal buildings with residential projects.

Dubai-Based GeoSpur Raises Seed Funding to Scale Commission-Free Service Discovery

GeoSpur's intent-based platform aims to replace traditional search with direct connections between consumers and service providers.