General News

New Delhi – October 05, 2026 -- The Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute (SWFI) has launched the inaugural I20 Summit, a five-day invitation-only event in Miami from 11-15 December 2026 targeting US$5 trillion in institutional capital deployment into the United States.

I20 Summit runs alongside the G20 Leaders' Summit in Miami

The event will take place at Trump National Doral, parallel to the official G20 Leaders' Summit. The program opens with a welcome dinner on 11 December, proceeds through specialized investor days, and closes on 15 December with Global Leaders Day and the GOOD Fellows Awards.

Minneapolis – October 05, 2026 -- apg Solutions has appointed Cassandra Sink as Vice President of Human Resources, tasking her with leading people strategy across the company's global workforce.

Sink brings 25 years of HR leadership across manufacturing and consumer sectors

Sink's background spans manufacturing, distribution, technology and consumer products. She most recently served as Vice President of Human Resources at ILLUME and Good Chemistry, with earlier leadership roles at Shippers Supply and Würth Industry USA.

CEO cites talent development focus as key to organizational growth

"Cassandra's experience, leadership style and passion for developing talent will be invaluable as we continue to build a high-performing organization," said Heather Stewart, CEO of apg Solutions. Stewart added that Sink will strengthen company culture and support employees internationally.

Pretoria – October 05, 2026 -- The 8th RD20 Conference will convene in Pretoria, South Africa, from October 19-23, 2026, marking the first time the international clean energy research initiative has held its annual gathering on the African continent.

CSIR Hosts First African Edition With AIST of Japan as Co-Organizer

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) will host the event at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria, with Japan's National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) serving as co-organizer. RD20 (Research and Development 20 for Clean Energy Technologies) was launched in 2019 under Japanese leadership to coordinate R&D collaboration among research institutions from G20 countries toward carbon neutrality.

Conference Theme Targets Africa-Specific Energy Access and Critical Minerals

Under the theme "Accelerating Clean Energy Innovation: From Africa to the World,

Willoughby, Ohio – October 05, 2026 -- Alexy Metals, a Northeast Ohio manufacturer of brazing alloys and precision preforms, posted 125% revenue growth over three years, earning it the No. 2,580 spot on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private U.S. companies.

Three-year growth hits 125% as manufacturer expands capacity

The Willoughby-based company's ranking reflects expansion across four operating lines: brazing alloy manufacturing, precision laser-cutting, ring manufacturing and precious-metal refining. The growth period measured by Inc. covers the three years preceding the 2026 ranking.

Washington – October 04, 2026 -- Shanghai Media Group staged a cultural and investment outreach event on the National Mall on October 3, 2026, drawing nearly 100 political, business, technology and cultural figures from China and the United States to promote the city as an international economic and trade hub.

Event doubles as investment pitch under China International Import Expo banner

Dubbed "Future Resonance — ShanghaiEye Night," the gathering formed part of the "Shanghai Let's Meet" city promotion campaign and a wider China-U.S. people-to-people exchange series. Shanghai Media Group President Song Jiongming and Maryland Secretary of State Susan Lee delivered remarks, with Chinese Ambassador to the United States Xie Feng also in attendance.

Fremont, Calif. – October 04, 2026 -- Power Knot LLC's regional arm, Power Knot Middle East (PKME), has been named a THE BIZZ 2026 Winner by the World Confederation of Businesses (WORLDCOB), recognizing its food waste management work across the UAE and wider Gulf region.

PKME's biodigester converts food waste to wastewater within 24 hours

The company's LFC biodigester uses microorganisms and oxygen to break down organic waste on-site, eliminating the need for storage, collection, and off-site disposal. The automated system targets commercial kitchens and facilities seeking to cut waste-handling costs and improve hygiene standards.

WORLDCOB evaluates winners across five criteria spanning 130-plus countries

THE BIZZ Awards assess business leadership, management, quality, innovation, and corporate social responsibility. PKME's win places it among a global network of companies recognized for operational excellence in 2026.

Long Island, N.Y. – October 03, 2026 -- Clearview AI and the National Child Protection Task Force (NCPTF) located 34 children and teens reported missing to police across Nassau County, Suffolk County, and Queens through a multi-day rescue operation.

Operation recovers minors aged 7 to 18 across three New York counties

The Long Island Missing Child Rescue Operation was coordinated by NCPTF in partnership with the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services Missing Persons Clearinghouse and the Office of Children and Family Services. The multi-day effort combined local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies with nonprofit organizations and private technology partners to review case notes and pursue new investigative leads.

New York – – October 03, 2026 -- The American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) will honor 16 chemical engineering leaders with its 2026 Institute and Board of Directors' Awards, the organization's highest professional recognition, at the AIChE Annual Meeting in Minneapolis, Minnesota, November 8-12.

Industry and academic sponsors back top honors

Dr. Nicholas Peppas of The University of Texas at Austin will receive the Van Antwerpen Award for Service to AIChE, sponsored by Dow. Dr. Liang-Shih Fan of The Ohio State University earns the Founders Award for lifetime contributions to the field. Dr. Rong Yang of Cornell University will receive the Allan P. Colburn Award, sponsored by DuPont de Nemours, for publications by a young member.

Dallas – – October 03, 2026 -- Sky Elements launched 71,207 drones over three consecutive nights in Blue Ridge, Texas, breaking the Guinness World Records title for most drones flown in a single week and surpassing the prior mark of 55,939.

Sky Elements flies 11,000 drones in single show, largest ever staged in America

Working with Damoda America, the company flew six 10,000-drone shows and one 11,000-drone show between Sunday, Sept. 27 and Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026, with crews recharging and relaunching the fleet between performances. An official Guinness World Records adjudicator verified each flight.

Mythical creature formation of 10,183 drones shatters prior record by more than 4x

The team also claimed the record for largest aerial display of a mythical creature, flying 10,183 drones to beat the previous benchmark of 2,247. The two titles mark Sky Elements' 18th and 19th Guinness World Records.

Scottsdale, Ariz. – October 02, 2026 -- equipifi has grown BNPL transaction volume on its platform by 128% year over year while nearly doubling its headcount following a Series B raise earlier this year.

equipifi earns fourth consecutive Best Places to Work finalist nod

equipifi, a bank-led Buy Now, Pay Later provider, has been named a finalist for the Phoenix Business Journal's Best Places to Work in the Valley for the fourth consecutive year. The company placed second in the Extra Small category last year and will compete in a larger size category next year due to its rapid growth.