New clinical support tool translates international consensus recommendations into real-time guidance for healthcare professionals

CINCINNATI, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A new clinical support tool called Anatool aims to provide point-of-care guidance to help healthcare professionals more consistently recognize and treat anaphylaxis, a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction.

The tool was developed by FARE (Food Allergy Research & Education) in collaboration with Tim Dribin, MD, Division of Emergency Medicine at Cincinnati Children's. It is intended for professional use, not for the general public.

The tool is based on recommendations from a landmark international consensus report on anaphylaxis published in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology. Dribin co-chaired the work with Hugh Sampson, MD, of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, and Antonella Muraro, PhD, at the University of Padua. The tool translates those recommendations into an easy-to-use digital resource for busy clinical environments.

"Anaphylaxis is a medical emergency, yet many patients do not receive epinephrine promptly, even when they meet criteria for treatment," Dribin says. "One reason is that clinicians and healthcare systems have historically relied on differing definitions and treatment approaches. The international consensus report provides a common framework, and Anatool brings that framework directly to clinicians at the bedside. Our goal is simple: help ensure every patient with anaphylaxis receives timely, evidence-based care."

The tool was created to support emergency physicians, paramedics, nurses, allergists, urgent care clinicians, and other providers who may encounter patients experiencing severe allergic reactions. Anatool incorporates updated diagnostic criteria and provides practical guidance on the use of intramuscular epinephrine and intranasal epinephrine (neffy®), the first FDA-approved needle-free epinephrine treatment for anaphylaxis.

A key feature of Anatool is its emphasis on pediatric care. The tool is the first to incorporate infant-specific findings into anaphylaxis assessment and management, addressing a longstanding gap in clinical resources.

"Recognizing anaphylaxis in infants and young children can be particularly challenging because symptoms may present differently than they do in older children and adults," Dribin says. "By including infant-specific criteria, Anatool provides much-needed guidance for providers who do not routinely care for pediatric patients, helping them make confident treatment decisions when minutes matter."

The launch of Anatool comes amid growing recognition that opportunities remain to improve anaphylaxis care. Research led by Dribin and colleagues has demonstrated that epinephrine is often underused before patients arrive at the hospital. Additional work suggests that many children who receive epinephrine can be safely discharged sooner than current practice patterns often allow, potentially reducing unnecessary observation time while maintaining patient safety.

Anatool was among several new resources announced by FARE during the 2026 American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) Annual Meeting.

"Food allergy affects 1 in 10 adults in the U.S., and for those living with this life-threatening disease, the right information in the hands of a healthcare professional at the right moment can make all the difference," says Sung Poblete, PhD, RN, CEO of FARE. "Anatool helps healthcare professionals recognize and respond to anaphylaxis quickly, giving patients the safety net they need when their lives depend on it."

Healthcare professionals can access Anatool at https://anatool.foodallergy.org/.

SOURCE Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

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Performance Brokerage Services, the leader in dealership buy-sell activity, announces the purchase of Mansfield Motor Group, a three-rooftop Nissan, Honda, and Volvo dealership group, in Mansfield, Ohio, from Dirk Schulter & Brett Schulter to Penuel "Raj" Clement of Clement Auto Group.

IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Performance Brokerage Services, North America's highest volume dealership brokerage firm, is pleased to announce the sale of Mansfield Motor Group, a three-rooftop Nissan, Honda, and Volvo dealership group, in Mansfield, Ohio, from Dirk Schulter & Brett Schulter to Penuel "Raj" Clement of Clement Auto Group.

Founded in 1947 by Frank "Whitey" Schluter, Mansfield Motor Group is a family-owned dealership group with 79 years of history serving Mansfield and the surrounding Northeast Ohio communities. Originally known as Whitey's Auto Mall, the company is recognized as one of the early pioneers of the multi-franchise auto mall concept, bringing multiple manufacturers together. The Schluter family grew the business across four generations, with brothers Dirk and Brett Schluter taking ownership in 2001. Throughout their leadership, the brothers continued the family's commitment to the Mansfield community through support of local schools, nonprofits, hospitals and community organizations, including initiatives that expanded access to cancer screening.

Clement Auto Group is a first-generation automotive dealership group based in the Greater St. Louis area. Founded in 2012, the group began as a used-car dealership and expanded in 2019 with the acquisition of Clement Ford in O'Fallon, Missouri. The company continued its growth with the addition of Clement Hyundai in Wentzville, Missouri, in 2022, followed by Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram dealerships in Columbia, Illinois, and Florissant, Missouri, in 2024. The group ranked No. 6 on the St. Louis Business Journal's 2024 list of the region's largest auto dealers. Clement Auto Group enters Ohio for the first time with the acquisition of Mansfield Motor Group.

Upon the closing, Penuel "Raj" Clement, Founder, Chairman & CEO of Clement Auto Group, shared, "Performance Brokerage Services was instrumental in helping me acquire Mansfield Motor Group and establish my first dealerships in Ohio. Mark Shackelford, Sr. and Mark Shackelford, Jr. brought the opportunity to my attention and worked closely with me throughout the entire process, coordinating with the seller's broker and helping navigate the transaction from our initial conversations all the way through closing. What stood out to me was their accessibility and commitment throughout the process. They were always available when I needed them, helped keep the transaction moving forward, and were a valuable resource every step of the way."

Over the last 5 years, Performance Brokerage Services has advised on the sale of nearly 450 dealerships, making it the highest volume dealership brokerage firm in North America. Paul Kechnie, Mark Shackelford, Sr. and Mark Shackelford, Jr., the Texas & Midwest Partners of Performance Brokerage Services, were the exclusive buy-side advisors for this transaction.

"Mark, Sr. and I truly enjoyed working with Raj Clement on his acquisition of Mansfield Motor Group," Mark Shackelford, Jr. commented. "From the beginning, Raj was professional, decisive, and a pleasure to work with throughout the entire transaction. We're excited to welcome him into the Ohio automotive market and look forward to watching him build upon the strong foundation of his new Honda, Nissan, and Volvo franchises. We wish Raj and his team tremendous success and hope this is the first of many opportunities we have to work together in the years ahead."

The dealerships will remain at their current locations and will be renamed Clement Honda, Clement Nissan, and Clement Volvo Cars of Mansfield.

Penuel "Raj" Clement was represented by Chris Kuhnhein of Cors & Bassett, LLC.

Dirk Schulter & Brett Schulter were represented by Phil Nichols of Shayne Nichols, LLC and Don Hoover of Weldon Huston & Keyser, LLP. William Beck & Todd Berko of Bel Air Partners were the sell-side advisors of this transaction.

About Performance Brokerage Services

Performance Brokerage Services, Inc. is North America's highest volume dealership brokerage firm, specializing in buy-sell activity for automotive, RV, marine, powersports, commercial truck, and equipment dealerships.

With over 30 years of experience, more than 900 dealerships sold, and a 90% closing rate, the company's reputation is unmatched and governed by the utmost ethical conduct and integrity.

The company offers a unique approach by providing complimentary estimates of value with no upfront fees or retainers, no reimbursement of costs, and paid a success fee only after the transaction closes.

Headquartered in Irvine, California and supported by 12 regional offices across the United States and Canada, clients benefit from national exposure with local representation.

As trusted and respected experts in the field, the company utilizes an extensive network of industry related attorneys, accountants, hundreds of registered buyers, and longstanding relationships with various vehicle manufacturers.

For more information about the services offered by Performance Brokerage Services, visit https://performancebrokerageservices.com.

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Jesse Stopnitzky, Co-Owner

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SOURCE Performance Brokerage Services, Inc.

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Silicon Valley Leadership Group Names Tarkan Maner Chair of Board of Directors

Nutanix President, IGEL Chair, tech investor and longtime SVLG board member will help guide the organization's next phase of impact

SAN JOSÉ, Calif., Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Silicon Valley Leadership Group (SVLG) today announced that Tarkan Maner, President of Nutanix and Chair of IGEL, has been named Chair of the SVLG Board of Directors.

Tarkan's vote was officially noticed on July 23 and he was unanimously selected by SVLG's Executive Board on August 11 after a collaborative months-long process. His selection was ratified by the full Board on September 3.

Tarkan is a successful and dynamic technology leader, experienced senior executive, entrepreneur and investor, and longtime partner to SVLG, supporting the organization's work as both a member company CEO, Board Member, and investor for nearly two decades. Tarkan brings a focused, technology leadership perspective with deep roots in Silicon Valley's innovation ecosystem. Over more than three decades, he has helped build, scale, and lead technology companies at every stage of growth in every segment – from emerging companies and startups to some of the world's leading AI technology enterprises.

"Silicon Valley has always been defined by what comes next, and SVLG has an essential role to play in bringing business leaders together as a positive force to help define that future," said Tarkan Maner, SVLG Board Chair. "SVLG's ambition is clear: to help shape the outcomes that will determine California's competitiveness for generations to come. I look forward to building on our strong momentum and working with Ahmad, my fellow board members and SVLG's member companies to ensure this region remains the best place in the world to innovate, grow a company and create opportunity for all."

"I've known Tarkan for many years and have also had the good fortune to work closely with SVLG throughout my time in public service. California leads the world in technology and innovation, and our job now is to make sure that leadership translates into greater opportunity for all Californians and communities across our state. Tarkan understands both the extraordinary potential of this moment and the work required to deliver on it. I look forward to seeing what Ahmad and the SVLG team accomplish to keep California innovating, growing, and creating opportunity for all Californians," said California Governor Gavin Newsom.

"San José sits at the heart of Silicon Valley, and we want the companies and entrepreneurs shaping our future to continue building and scaling innovation here. With decades of experience building and leading technology companies, Tarkan understands the dynamic of what companies need to invest, innovate, and grow, and the importance of translating that growth into jobs, opportunity, and tangible benefits for our community," said San José Mayor Matt Mahan. "As SVLG approaches its momentous 50th anniversary next year, the organization has an important role to play in bringing business, government, and community leaders together to ensure that the next era of innovation strengthens our economy and expands opportunity across San José and our region. I look forward to working together to create jobs, attract investment, and keep our region at the forefront of innovation, that benefits all our residents."

Before joining Nutanix and IGEL, Tarkan most recently served as Chairman and CEO of Nexenta Systems, guiding the company through its acquisition by DataDirect Networks, and as President and CEO of Wyse Technology, which was acquired by Dell. He has also held senior leadership roles at Dell, IBM, and Sterling Software, and currently serves on the boards of several technology companies and nonprofit organizations. As an independent investor and advisor, he also brings a strong understanding of strategic partnerships and the transformative power of AI.

This breadth of business experience gives Tarkan a valuable perspective on what it takes for innovators at all stages to succeed and scale. His unique expertise and leadership come at an exciting moment for SVLG as it continues strengthening its role as the leading voice for innovation, business competitiveness, and economic growth in California. With the world's leading technology companies and employers already among its members, SVLG is well positioned to build on that strength by bringing in the next generation of AI leaders, technology portfolio companies, and investors helping drive the future.

"Tarkan understands the promise of Silicon Valley and the work required to sustain its innovation leadership," said Ahmad Thomas, CEO of the Silicon Valley Leadership Group. "He is truly the embodiment of what Silicon Valley makes possible. As we approach SVLG's 50th anniversary next year, we have an extraordinary opportunity to build on our legacy while continuing to evolve for the future. I'm thrilled to partner with Tarkan, our incredible Board, and our world-class member companies, to translate this momentum into even greater impact for Silicon Valley, our broader region, and California."

Tarkan will also serve as Chair of the Board of the newly launched California Innovation Foundation, which is governed by the SVLG Executive Board of Directors. Strategically aligned with SVLG, the new entity extends the organization's impact through 501(c)(3) funded research, education, and innovation-centered workforce initiatives.

Noted Silicon Valley Leaders from the Public and Private Sectors Welcomed SVLG's New Board Chair

Congressman Sam Liccardo (CA-16): "Tarkan's experience as an entrepreneur and technology leader makes him an exceptional choice to Chair the Silicon Valley Leadership Group's Board of Directors, but nobody can compete with his inspiring energy, intellect, and passion. As SVLG approaches its 50th anniversary next year, we need its strong leadership in this critical moment for our region and nation. I look forward to working together to advance innovation, expand opportunity, and drive the economic growth and competitiveness that will define our region's next chapter."

Congressman Ro Khanna (CA-17): "Our nation's leadership in global innovation depends on our ability to harness the extraordinary promise of technology to strengthen our economy and create greater opportunities for everyone. Tarkan embodies forward-looking leadership, an entrepreneurial mindset, and a strong commitment to bring business and government together around a shared purpose. I very much look forward to working with him and SVLG to ensure innovation continues to be a force for broad-based economic opportunity."

CA Senator Josh Becker: "We have an extraordinary opportunity to harness the next generation of technology to strengthen our economy, address some of our region's biggest challenges, and improve people's lives. Tarkan's experience as such a successful leader in the business world, coupled with his commitment to collaboration and positive civic impact, will be tremendous assets to SVLG. I look forward to working together to turn Silicon Valley innovation into meaningful progress and greater opportunity for all Californians."

CA Assemblymember Marc Berman: "I've known Tarkan for over a dozen years, back when I worked for an education non-profit and he served on our board. I've seen first hand Tarkan's passion, his infectious energy, and his deep commitment to everyone who lives in the Bay Area. Tarkan believes in the importance of strong collaboration between the public and private sectors to tackle the terribly complex challenges facing our region and create better opportunities for all Californians, and I look forward to working with him and SVLG to do just that."

Cynthia Teniente-Matson, Ed.D., President, San José State University: "Silicon Valley's greatest strengths are its people, talent, and entrepreneurial spirit. As an experienced entrepreneur and technology leader, Tarkan understands the critical connection between education, innovation, and the workforce of the future. As SJSU sits in the epicenter of the future, I look forward to his leadership and to strengthening the critical workforce partnerships and educational collaborations that will prepare the next generation of talent to thrive and lead in our rapidly changing global economy."

UC Santa Cruz Chancellor Cynthia Larive: "The partnership between higher education and Silicon Valley's innovation economy creates tremendous opportunities for our students, our workforce, and our broader region. Tarkan's tech industry expertise brings a deep understanding of how new ideas translate into companies and high-growth industries that can have meaningful real-world impact, particularly for our recent graduates. As a fellow SVLG Board Member, I look forward to working alongside him to deepen those connections and expand workforce opportunities for the next generation of innovators and leaders."

Peter Y. Chung, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Summit Partners: "Across our portfolio companies, we see how rapidly AI, technology, and new business models are changing the competitive landscape. Tarkan brings a combination of deep operating experience, entrepreneurial perspective, and an understanding of what companies here need to invest, grow, and compete at scale. I strongly believe his leadership will be an asset to SVLG as the organization advances its modernization plans and brings together the business community around the policies, infrastructure, talent, and innovation ecosystem central to keeping Silicon Valley and California competitive in the global economy."

Tim Guleri, Managing Partner, Sierra Ventures: "Silicon Valley's global leadership in innovation cannot be taken for granted, particularly as AI reshapes our economy and creates an extraordinary new wave of opportunity.

Global Communication Works Opens SignlLabs™, Its Proprietary AI Signaling Practice, for License to PR Firms, Ad Agencies, and Web Development Firms

Licensees gain a ready-built methodology for earning client visibility across ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, Copilot and Perplexity, without building an AI Signaling practice from scratch

NEW YORK, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Communication Works (GCW), the strategic public relations and communications agency, today announced that SignlLabs™, its proprietary AI Signaling practice, is now available for license to any organization responsible for how a brand is understood and recommended, including public relations firms, advertising agencies, web development and digital shops, marketing consultancies and in-house communications teams.

The license gives licensees a complete, tested methodology for measuring and improving how AI platforms describe, trust and recommend their clients. Clients and executive teams are asking the same question: do we show up in AI. Until now, the people being asked have had to reverse-engineer an answer or guess at one. The SignlLabs license replaces the guess with a scored instrument, and it moves the goal from being visible to being recommended.

"Any team responsible for a brand's reputation can now license SignlLabs, whether that is an agency, a consultancy or an in-house department, and give its clients or its own company a measurable path to being recommended by AI instead of trying to reverse-engineer one," said Brad Ginsburg, Partner and President at GCW. "This is not about protecting a competitive advantage. It is about setting the standard the whole industry can build on."

SignlLabs measures a brand's presence and recommendation strength across the five answer engines buyers now use to decide who to hire and what to buy: ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, Copilot and Perplexity. The practice was built from the ground up for how AI systems compose answers, rather than adapted from existing search tactics, and it has been running across GCW's own client campaigns before being opened to outside licensees.

At the center of the license is the Maturity Method™, GCW's proprietary measurement framework. It produces a Signaling Maturity Score™ from 0 to 100 across six weighted dimensions: Foundation, Endorsement, Alignment, Presence, Warmth and Constancy. Scores map to a five-stage maturity ladder that runs from Unseen to The Answer, and every engine is scored separately and never blended, because an average conceals the one platform that stopped recommending a brand.

"Every agency I talk to is getting the same question from clients: are we showing up in AI?," said Erika Hanafin Austria, lead of SignlLabs. "Most of them are guessing at the answer. Licensing SignlLabs means they stop guessing. They get a number, they get the six things that move it, and they get a re-score that proves whether the work actually worked. It took a year and five industries to calibrate this. No agency should have to repeat that."

The distinction matters because the mechanics have changed. Search engine optimization earns rankings. Answer Engine Optimization earns snippets. AI Signaling earns the recommendation itself, and the sources that drive it are overwhelmingly earned rather than owned.

Licensees receive the Maturity Method™ framework and scoring rubric, the Intent Category Framework™ that determines which buyer questions get tested, the query protocol and measurement approach, reporting templates, and team training. GCW will continue to support licensees as the AI platforms evolve, keeping the methodology current as recommendation behavior changes.

The license is available to organizations of any size and in any category. Interested parties can contact GCW directly to discuss terms.

For more information about the SignlLabs license, visit signllabs.ai or contact Erika Hanafin Austria at [email protected].

About Global Communication Works (GCW)

GCW is a strategic public relations agency serving clients across women's health, consumer packaged goods, wellness and lifestyle, real estate, law and energy. Services span earned media, crisis and reputation management, influencer strategy, film and production, events, media training and AI Signaling. For more information, visit gcw.agency.

About SignlLabs

SignlLabs™ is GCW's proprietary AI Signaling practice, built to help brands earn visibility and recommendations across leading AI platforms, including ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, Co-Pilot, and Perplexity. The practice pairs its Signaling Maturity Score™ framework with strategic growth advisory and is available for license by public relations firms, advertising agencies and web development companies for use with their own clients. For more information, visit signllabs.ai.

SOURCE GCW Partners, LLC

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Un nouveau rapport d'ABB et du BCG met en évidence le rôle grandissant des technologies à courant continu dans les réseaux électriques de demain

- L'expansion rapide de l'informatique basée sur l'IA, l'électrification croissante et l'essor des énergies renouvelables suscitent un regain d'intérêt pour la technologie à courant continu dans le cadre des futurs réseaux électriques

- Les systèmes à courant alternatif et à courant continu jouent tous deux un rôle stratégique pour répondre à la demande future en électricité

- La mise en place de normes communes et le développement de compétences spécifiques au courant continu peuvent contribuer à accélérer le déploiement

ZURICH, 9 septembre 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ABB a publié aujourd'hui un nouveau rapport intitulé The Strategic Case for Hybrid AC/DC Power: Shaping the Transition to the Next Electrical Architecture (Arguments stratégiques en faveur de l'alimentation hybride CA/CC : façonner la transition vers la prochaine architecture électrique), élaboré en collaboration avec le Boston Consulting Group (BCG). Le rapport fait valoir que la technologie du courant continu (CC) passe d'une place marginale à une place centrale au sein des infrastructures industrielles, commerciales et numériques, et que les décisions prises par les chefs d'entreprise et les décideurs politiques au cours des deux ou trois prochaines années détermineront qui façonnera cette transition et qui en héritera.

L'avenir de la distribution d'électricité ne réside pas dans un choix entre le courant alternatif (CA) et le courant continu, mais dans un système hybride combinant les atouts de ces deux technologies. Si le courant alternatif restera l'épine dorsale de la plupart des réseaux de transport et de distribution régionaux, le courant continu devrait jouer un rôle de plus en plus important au sein des installations où de nombreuses sources d'énergie et charges majeures fonctionnent déjà nativement en courant continu. Les technologies qui connaissent la plus forte croissance, notamment les systèmes solaires photovoltaïques, les batteries, les véhicules électriques, les centres de données dédiés à l'intelligence artificielle et de nombreux systèmes d'automatisation industrielle, reposent intrinsèquement sur le courant continu. À mesure que ces technologies se développent, la réduction du nombre d'étapes de conversion d'énergie entre la production, le stockage et la consommation peut améliorer le rendement, augmenter la capacité utilisable d'un raccordement au réseau existant et simplifier l'intégration.

Le rapport identifie les centres de données dédiés à l'IA comme l'un des principaux moteurs immédiats de l'adoption des centres de données. À mesure que les charges de travail liées à l'IA exigent une densité de puissance toujours plus élevée, les architectures électriques classiques atteignent leurs limites pratiques. Le rapport constate que la distribution en 800 VCC s'impose comme l'architecture de référence pour les infrastructures d'IA de nouvelle génération, permettant aux opérateurs d'optimiser la capacité de calcul dans le cadre de raccordements au réseau limités, tout en améliorant l'efficacité énergétique.

Par ailleurs, cette évolution concerne également toute une série d'autres secteurs clés, l'étude mettant en évidence plusieurs opportunités au-delà des centres de données. Les sites de production hautement automatisés, les bâtiments commerciaux et, à plus long terme, les bâtiments en général peuvent également tirer parti des systèmes ou sous-systèmes à courant continu grâce à des pertes de conversion réduites, à une intégration plus efficace des énergies renouvelables et des systèmes de stockage sur site, ainsi qu'à une flexibilité opérationnelle accrue.

« Dans un monde qui aura besoin de plus d'énergie tout en devant composer avec les contraintes des infrastructures existantes, favoriser une adoption plus large des systèmes à courant continu nécessitera une collaboration plus étroite entre les chefs d'entreprise, les décideurs politiques et les acteurs du secteur technologique, ainsi qu'une attention accrue portée au rôle que peut jouer le courant continu », a déclaré Morten Wierod, président-directeur général d'ABB. « Depuis plus de 25 ans, les solutions en courant continu d'ABB aident les clients à réduire les pertes de conversion, à améliorer le rendement du transport d'énergie et à diminuer la demande en électricité. Pour favoriser une adoption plus large là où les arguments économiques sont les plus convaincants, nous avons besoin de technologies communes, de normes harmonisées et d'un personnel doté des compétences nécessaires pour soutenir une mise en œuvre à grande échelle. Le courant alternatif et le courant continu ont chacun un rôle important à jouer, et ensemble, ils peuvent contribuer bâtir un réseau électrique plus efficace, plus résilient et prêt pour l'avenir. »

Dans le cadre de ce rapport, ABB et le BCG abordent plusieurs idées reçues tenaces qui ont freiné l'adoption du courant continu (CC), et concluent que les inquiétudes concernant l'échelle, la sécurité et la rentabilité reflètent de plus en plus des hypothèses dépassées plutôt que les capacités des technologies actuelles. Au contraire, la fragmentation des normes et la pénurie de compétences spécifiques au courant continu sont considérées comme les principaux défis auxquels il faut s'attaquer de toute urgence pour accélérer le déploiement.

ABB a été la première entreprise à démontrer le potentiel d'économies d'énergie du courant continu (CC) à bord des navires grâce à un système d'alimentation électrique embarqué fonctionnant en courant continu, qui a permis de réaliser jusqu'à 27 % d'économies de carburant. En 2022, ABB a lancé le premier disjoncteur à semi-conducteurs du secteur. Avec plus de 700 brevets liés au courant continu, ABB étend désormais la distribution en courant continu à un éventail d'applications bien plus large, notamment les transports électriques, les micro-réseaux et les centres de données. Il collabore également avec des partenaires industriels afin d'étudier comment la distribution en courant continu peut contribuer à une production d'aluminium à faible empreinte carbone et à la production d'hydrogène vert.

Le rapport complet est disponible à l'adresse suivante : 

https://www.abb.com/global/en/company/innovation/hybrid-ac-dc-power 

Leader technologique mondial dans les domaines de l'électrification et de l'automatisation, ABB contribue à un avenir plus durable et plus économe en ressources. L'entreprise mobilise ses compétences en ingénierie et transformation numérique afin d'aider les industries à fonctionner à haute performance tout en devenant plus efficaces, productives et durables en vue d'un meilleur rendement. Chez ABB, nous appelons cela « Engineered to Outrun » (« L'ingénierie du dépassement »). L'entreprise existe depuis plus de 140 ans et compte environ 110 000 collaborateurs à travers le monde. Les actions d'ABB sont cotées à la SIX Swiss Exchange (ABBN) et au Nasdaq Stockholm (ABB). www.abb.com

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Hyliion Holdings Corp. (HYLN) Shareholders Who Lost Money Have Opportunity to Lead Securities Fraud Lawsuit

BENSALEM, Pa., Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces that investors with substantial losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against Hyliion Holdings Corp.

IF YOU ARE AN INVESTOR WHO SUFFERED A LOSS IN HYLIION HOLDINGS CORP. (HYLN), CONTACT THE LAW OFFICES OF HOWARD G. SMITH BEFORE OCTOBER 27, 2026 (LEAD PLAINTIFF DEADLINE) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ONGOING SECURITIES FRAUD LAWSUIT.

Contact the Law Offices of Howard G. Smith to discuss your legal rights by email at [email protected], by telephone at (215) 638-4847 or visit our website at www.howardsmithlaw.com.

What Is The Lawsuit About?

The complaint filed in this class action alleges that between May 12, 2026 and June 23, 2026, Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, as well as failed to disclose material adverse facts about the Company's business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) in order to cause rapid price appreciation in Hyliion stock, Defendants announced a deal with an entity that was very recently formed and does not appear to have any actual business operations; (2) the Individual Defendants timed the announcement and foregoing price appreciation to insider trade; and (3) as a result, Defendants' statements about Hyliion's business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.

Contact Us To Participate or Learn More:

If you wish to learn more about this class action, or if you have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to the pending class action lawsuit, please contact:

Howard G. Smith, Esq.,

Law Offices of Howard G. Smith,

3070 Bristol Pike, Suite 112,

Bensalem, Pennsylvania 19020,

Call us at: (215) 638-4847

Email us at: [email protected],

Visit our website at: www.howardsmithlaw.com.

To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action.

This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and ethical rules.

Contact Us:

Law Offices of Howard G. Smith

Howard G. Smith, Esquire

215-638-4847

[email protected]

www.howardsmithlaw.com

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Prevent Blindness Names Reade Fahs, National Vision, as its 2027 Person of Vision Award Recipient

- Annual Prevent Blindness Person of Vision Award Gala, honoring Reade Fahs, Executive Chairman at National Vision, Inc., to be held at 2027 Vision Expo, Las Vegas -

CHICAGO, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Prevent Blindness, the nation's leading patient advocacy organization dedicated to protecting and preserving eye health, announced today that the 2027 Prevent Blindness Person of Vision Award will be presented to Reade Fahs, Executive Chairman, National Vision Holdings, Inc. ("National Vision"). The Person of Vision Award Gala will be held on March 10, 2027, at The Venetian Resort, Las Vegas, in conjunction with Vision Expo. All proceeds from the annual celebration support the sight-saving work of Prevent Blindness.

The Prevent Blindness Person of Vision Award recognizes an individual whose inspired outlook champions healthy vision and its importance for a healthy life. An all-volunteer committee selected Fahs for his leadership in the optical industry combined with a commitment to expanding access to vision care for those in greatest need.

"Reade Fahs embodies the spirit of the Prevent Blindness Person of Vision Award. Throughout his career, he has led the industry with a deep commitment to improving the lives of people across the world through the gift of sight," said Jeff Todd, President and CEO of Prevent Blindness. "As we honor Reade, we hope his example inspires others to join us in creating a future where everyone has the knowledge, support, and access to care they need to protect their sight."

Reade Fahs has been a member of the optical community in the United States and Europe for 40 years. Beginning his career in a junior marketing position with LensCrafters in 1986, he later became the Managing Director of VisionExpress UK and Ireland in 1997. In 1999, Fahs became the CEO of FirstTuesday, an early-stage European Internet start-up company.

In 2002, Fahs assumed leadership of National Vision and led the company for 23 years as CEO before becoming Executive Chairman in late 2025. Under his leadership, National Vision grew into one of the nation's leading optical retailers, with a portfolio that includes America's Best and Eyeglass World, Vista Optical and DiscountContacts.com.

In addition to his achievements in the corporate realm, Reade Fahs has been actively involved in providing eye exams and glasses to those in need around the globe. He has served on the Board of Directors of both VisionSpring and RestoringVision and served as Chairman of VisionSpring for over a decade. During his Board tenure VisionSpring and RestoringVision helped provide prescription eyeglasses to more than 50 million people worldwide.

Deb Bulken, Vice President of Field Sales, National Premium Fashion & Luxury at EssilorLuxottica, is serving as the 2027 Prevent Blindness Person of Vision Committee Chair. To date, additional committee members include Marge Axelrad, editorial director emeritus, Vision Monday (VM); Marc Ferrara, CEO, Information Services, Jobson Interactive; Jerilyn Johnson, Executive Assistant, National Vision; Alex Louw, Chief Operating Officer, DigitalOptometrics; Jim McGrann, CEO, Advancing Eyecare; Megan Molony, CEO, Europa Eyewear; Jamie Shyer, CEO, Zyloware/Kenmark Eyewear.

Recent Prevent Blindness Person of Vision Honorees in the optical industry include Jim McGrann, Advancing Eyecare; Howard Purcell, OD, New England College of Optometry; C. Edward Buffington, GPN Technologies; Megan Molony, Europa Eyewear, formerly with National Vision; Rick Gadd, Essilor of America; Marc Ferrara, Jobson Interactive; VSP Global and Michael Guyette; Glenn Ellisor, OD and Jim Greenwood, Vision Source; Sue Downes, MyEyeDr.; and Marge Axelrad, Vision Monday/Jobson Optical Group.

"I'm honored to be recognized by Prevent Blindness and humbled to join such an outstanding group of past recipients," said Fahs. "For more than 40 years, I've had the privilege of working with people who believe that better vision can open doors and improve lives. I look forward to celebrating with friends and colleagues across the industry while supporting the vital work Prevent Blindness does for people and communities around the world."

For more information, including sponsorship opportunities, tickets, Person of Vision Award committee volunteer opportunities, and more, please contact Albert Muci at [email protected], or visit PreventBlindness.org/personofvision.

About Prevent Blindness

Founded in 1908, Prevent Blindness is the nation's leading volunteer eye health and safety organization dedicated to fighting blindness and saving sight. Focused on promoting a continuum of vision care, Prevent Blindness touches the lives of millions of people each year through public and professional education, advocacy, certified vision screening and training, community and patient service programs and research. These services are made possible through the generous support of the American public. Together with a network of affiliates, Prevent Blindness is committed to eliminating preventable blindness in America. For more information, visit us at PreventBlindness.org, and follow us on Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok and YouTube.

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Pensacola Yacht Club to Host 2026 Viper 640 North American Championship

35 to 40 high-performance boats expected to compete on Pensacola Bay Sept. 30-Oct. 4

PENSACOLA, Fla., Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pensacola Yacht Club will welcome some of North America's top high-performance sailors this fall when it hosts the 2026 Viper 640 North American Championship Sept. 30-Oct. 4.

The championship is expected to draw 35 to 40 Viper 640s and sailors from across North America for five days of competitive one-design racing on Pensacola Bay. It is the biggest championship on the Viper 640 International Class Association's calendar.

"This is going to be an exciting event for both the sailors and the Pensacola sailing community," said Tom Pace, PYC Viper Regatta Chair. "The Viper 640 is a fast, responsive boat that rewards good teamwork, boat handling and tactics. With a fleet this size, the racing is going to be incredibly competitive."

The Viper 640 is a 21-foot, two- to four-person sports boat built to strict class specifications, putting the emphasis on sailors rather than boat design. Sails are the primary permitted variable, creating an exceptionally level playing field. The lightweight boats can begin sailing in winds of approximately 3 to 4 mph, while stronger conditions make them increasingly challenging to handle.

"The Viper is a unique boat because it can really come alive in relatively light wind," Pace said. "But as the breeze builds, the boat becomes a handful, which puts even more emphasis on the crew's ability to read the conditions and make the right decisions."

Racing will take place on Pensacola Bay southeast of the entrance to Bayou Chico, with the fleet competing as a single class. The first warning signal is scheduled for 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1, followed by racing Friday and Saturday beginning at 11 a.m. and Sunday at 10 a.m. Up to five races may be sailed each day, weather permitting. The championship will conclude with an awards ceremony Sunday following racing.

"Pensacola Yacht Club has a long history of competitive sailing, and we're proud to bring a championship of this caliber to our home waters," said James Simkins, Pensacola Yacht Club Commodore Emeritus. "Having these Viper teams here from Canada and all over the U.S. is a great opportunity to showcase our club, our bay and the outstanding sailing conditions we enjoy in Pensacola year-round."

More information is available at pensacolayachtclub.org.

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New Oklahoma and Texas travel centers join continued Sbarro and Bojangles growth across the company's portfolio.

LAS VEGAS, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- LV Petroleum LLC continues its nationwide expansion with two travel center acquisitions in Oklahoma and Texas, a community ribbon cutting at its Sbarro restaurant in Hillsboro, Texas, and the opening of its 12th Bojangles restaurant in Las Vegas, Nevada.

On August 11, LV Petroleum opened a TA Express in Rosenberg, Texas. Two weeks later, on August 25, the company acquired a TA TravelCenter in Coffeyville, Oklahoma. Together, the two additions strengthen LV Petroleum's travel center network and expand its ability to serve professional drivers, travelers and local communities in key markets.

"These acquisitions are about building a stronger network one market at a time," said Kris Roach, president and CEO of LV Petroleum. "Rosenberg and Coffeyville give us two more opportunities to bring dependable service and long-term investment to the people who rely on these locations every day."

On August 13, LV Petroleum celebrated its Sbarro restaurant in Hillsboro, Texas, with a ribbon cutting offering free pizza for veterans, first responders and senior citizens, creating an afternoon focused on food, appreciation and community.

LV Petroleum has reached another milestone in its partnership with Bojangles, opening its 12th Bojangles restaurant on Flamingo Road, directly across from the Rio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. The new location further expands LV Petroleum's growing multi-unit portfolio with the Carolina-born chicken and breakfast brand and reinforces the company's continued investment in bringing proven restaurant concepts to its travel and convenience platform.

"Our food growth is most meaningful when it creates a reason for people to come together," said Jeanette Davis, senior vice president of food for LV Petroleum. "The Hillsboro celebration gave us the chance to recognize veterans, first responders and seniors in the community, while our newest Bojangles allows us to bring another strong dining option to guests in our home market of Las Vegas."

These milestones reflect LV Petroleum's continued strategy of growing its travel center platform while expanding a diverse restaurant portfolio that serves both travelers and the communities surrounding its locations.

About LV Petroleum:

LV Petroleum LLC is a leading developer and operator of travel centers, convenience stores, and quick-service restaurants throughout the United States. Founded in 2014 by Guy Madmon and Val Amiel, and headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, LV Petroleum operates over 90 travel center locations and 30 convenience stores. The company also operates over 30 different franchise brands, including Arby's, Bojangles, Dunkin', and Starbucks, among others, as well as TravelCenters of America (TA) locations. LV Petroleum is committed to providing exceptional services, innovative solutions, and memorable experiences for travelers and local communities alike. For more information, visit lvpetroleum.net.

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