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Sterlington advised the management team and investor group behind DMMS Purchaser, Inc. ("DMMS"), led by former IBERIABANK Corp. leaders Daryl Byrd, Mark Tipton, Michael Brown, and Scott Price, on the closing of its merger with MC Bancshares, Inc., the holding company for M C Bank & Trust Company ("MCBANK"). Upon completion of the merger, DMMS will change its name to MC Bancshares, Inc. ("MCBI").

The National Association for Veterans Rights (NAVR) today announced the launch of a new documentary-style campaign, The Right to Choose: Veterans Helping Veterans, debuting May 4 in recognition of Military Appreciation Month.

Legent Health (“Legent”), a physician-partnered owner and operator of ambulatory surgery centers (“ASCs”) and surgical hospitals focused on orthopedic and spine care, announced Brad Stoltz as their new Chief Operating Officer.

Scott Thomas has joined Dorsey & Whitney LLP as Of Counsel in the Firm’s Regulatory Affairs group in Phoenix, the international law firm announced today.

Pretium, a specialized investment firm with over $60 billion in assets under management, today announced a milestone of $3 billion in residential lending to homebuilders and multifamily developers since the launch of its residential debt platform in December 2024. In partnership with Anchor Loans, one of the Firm’s strategic real estate lending businesses, the capital provided by Pretium has supported the construction of more than 13,000 housing units to date.

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Ohio and the Southern Ohio Chamber Alliance (SOCA), along with four other chamber alliances, are celebrating the 10th anniversary of their landmark partnership, the SOCA Benefit Plan, an innovative health plan that has transformed access to affordable health coverage for small businesses across Ohio.

Quantum Leap Acquisition Corp (“Quantum Leap” or the “Company”) today announced the successful closing of its previously announced initial public offering ("IPO") of 20,000,000 units at an offering price of $10.00 per unit. The units began trading under the ticker symbol “QLEPU” on The New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”), on May 1, 2026. Each unit consists of one Class A ordinary share and one redeemable warrant. Each whole warrant entitles the holder thereof to purchase one Class A ordinary share of the Company at a price of $11.50 per share, subject to certain adjustments. Once the securities comprising the units begin separate trading, the ordinary shares and the warrants are expected to be traded on NYSE under the symbols "QLEP" and "QLEPW," respectively.

Glooko, Inc., a global digital health company focused on helping clinicians address the growing challenges of glycemic safety and diabetes management across the care continuum, today announced that Mark Clements, M.D., Ph.D., its Chief Medical and Strategy Officer, has been recognized by Becker's Healthcare as one of its 2026 'Great leaders in healthcare.'

A new study led by scientists at Northwell Health’s Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research has revealed that defects in different ribosomal proteins lead to a rare blood disorder called Diamond-Blackfan Anemia Syndrome (DBAS) through surprisingly different pathways. This discovery helps explain why patients with DBAS can experience varied symptoms and could lead to more personalized treatments.

AvionTEq has completed MRO Americas 2026 with solid booth visibility and positive vendor and client feedback plus a few amazing opportunities to connect with the aviation maintenance professionals, operators, MRO providers and industry partners.

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against FS KKR Capital Corp. (“FS KKR Capital” or the “Company”) (NYSE: FSK) and reminds investors of the July 3, 2026 deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a federal securities class action that has been filed against the Company.

Element U.S. Space & Defense, a trusted provider of testing services for the space and defense sectors, announced today that it has successfully achieved Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2, affirming its ability to safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in accordance with U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) requirements.

Publix Super Markets announced today Executive Chairman Todd Jones' intent to retire, effective May 31, 2026. He will remain actively involved in the company as chairman of the Publix board of directors.

You’re cordially invited to attend an over-the-top wedding event at Rivers Casino Pittsburgh.

BrainScope, a leader in AI-enabled brain health assessment, today announced the appointment of David Wingate as Vice President of Sales and Commercial Operations, further strengthening the Company’s leadership team as it accelerates commercial momentum and expands market opportunities.

Morgan Stanley Investment Management (MSIM) today announced the launch of the Wealth Education Center, a centralized education platform designed to help financial advisors translate growing market, tax and investment complexity into clear, practical guidance for their clients.

OCC, the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization, today announced the addition of Jeffrey S. Davis, senior vice president and senior deputy general counsel of Nasdaq, Inc., to its Board of Directors as an Exchange Director. OCC also re-elected Stephen Luparello as chairman and re-elected Andrej Bolkovic, OCC chief executive officer, as Management Director. Two Member Directors and one Public Director were also re-elected, and four Exchange Directors were reappointed to another term. The vote took place during OCC’s annual stockholder meeting on April 22, 2026.

Glenmede, a privately held and independently owned wealth and investment management firm, today announced the appointment of Andy Paterson as Managing Director and Regional Director of its Pittsburgh office, reporting to Adam Douberly, Director of Regional Markets.

Peraton today announced the appointment of Vishal Tulsian as President of the Health, State, and Local Sector. With more than 25 years of expertise in general management and a record of strong financial performance, Tulsian will help Peraton identify and address customers’ current and future mission requirements.

Robbins LLP informs stockholders that a class action was filed on behalf of all investors who purchased or otherwise acquired FS KKR Capital (NYSE: FSK) securities between May 8, 2024 and February 25, 2026. FS KKR Capital is a private credit firm, also known as Business Development Company, which specializes in making private loans to companies.

First Internet Bank announced today that Anne Sharkey, Senior Vice President and Chief Risk Officer, will speak at the Indiana Bankers Association (IBA) MEGA 2026 Conference in Indianapolis.

The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), a nonprofit scientific association committed to advancing the science of food and its application across the global food system, is focusing on the future of artificial intelligence in food. In particular, how AI is advancing health-driven food innovation while also addressing sustainability and food security. IFT FIRST Annual Event and Expo, the leading food science and innovation expo returns to McCormick Place in Chicago July 12-15 and will feature extensive programming and exhibitions focused on the next-generation of AI-supported food innovation.

KBRA assigns preliminary ratings to AB Issuer LLC (the Issuer), Series 2026-1 (AB 2026-1), a whole business securitization. AB 2026-1 represents the Issuer’s third securitization following the establishment of the master trust in 2021. In conjunction with the issuance of the Series 2026-1 Notes, KBRA is placing the ratings on the outstanding Series 2021-1 Advance Funding Facility and Series 2021-1, A-2 Notes on Watch Upgrade and anticipates withdrawing the ratings on the Series 2021-1, Class A-1 VFN and Series 2022-1, Class A-1 VFN.

Kerecis, the company pioneering the use of sustainably sourced intact fish skin in cellular therapy and tissue regeneration, will play a prominent scientific and educational role at the EWMA‑DEWU 2026 Conference, taking place May 6–8 at the Messe & Congress Centrum Bremen in Bremen, Germany.

Today, employees across Fifth Third Bank’s (Nasdaq: FITB) U.S. footprint will celebrate the 35th annual “Fifth Third Day” through service activities to help fight food insecurity and expand financial access within their local communities.

Gateway Fiber announced today that construction is officially underway on its new 100% fiber internet network in Bismarck, bringing residents and businesses access to fast, reliable connectivity designed to meet today’s growing online demands. This expansion builds on the company’s existing footprint in Fargo.

Despite growing awareness, mental health concerns remain difficult to navigate and often lead to avoidable crises, costly emergency room visits, and long-term strain on individuals, families, and an already overburdened healthcare system. With nearly one in five Americans experiencing a diagnosable mental health condition each year, the need for funding and systemic improvement has never been greater.

Deep Fission Inc. (“Deep Fission”), an advanced nuclear energy company developing small modular pressurized water reactors installed one mile underground, will host a community town hall meeting on Monday, May 11th from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM CDT at the Parsons Municipal Building. The event is open to the public and will provide an opportunity for residents to learn more about Deep Fission’s work and engage directly with company leadership and academic experts.

Coastal States Bank (“CSB”) has announced its 48-Hour Small Business Loan Program, a streamlined lending solution designed to provide qualified small businesses with loan approval decisions in as little as two business days.

CTIBIOTECH™, a pioneering Contract Research, Development, and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO) and global leader in 3D bioprinting of human tissues, today officially announces the launch of its North American subsidiary, CTIBIOTECH USA™. The official launch took place today at the prestigious SelectUSA Investment Summit in Washington, D.C.

VantageScore today announced the results of an analysis demonstrating that VantageScore® 4.0 outperforms FICO 10T. In a first-of-its-kind analysis, VantageScore 4.0 delivers broader consumer coverage, greater transparency and a proven track record in real-world lending environments. Our head-to-head study confirms that VantageScore 4.0 is more predictive than both FICO 10T and Classic FICO. Mortgage lenders are encouraged to explore the benefits of VantageScore 4.0 by visiting the VantageScore Mortgage Resource Center. Lenders and partners interested in adopting VantageScore models or participating in pilot programs can contact their credit bureau representatives.

Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP (“GPWR”), announces that it has filed a class action lawsuit in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, captioned Stuart v. FS KKR Capital Corp., et al., Case No. 2:26-cv-02969, on behalf of persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired FS KKR Capital Corp. (“FS KKR Capital” or the “Company”) (NYSE: FSK) securities between May 8, 2024 and February 25, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”). Plaintiff pursues claims under Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”).

AdvoCare International, LLC, a leader in health and wellness products, is excited to unveil Spark® Chamoy Mango, a bold limited‑time flavor that delivers feel‑good energy with a kick. Inspired by the iconic chamoy‑dipped mango treats loved across generations, this new flavor will go fast.

The Cyber AB, the official accreditation body for the Department of War’s Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Program, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mathew Newfield as its new Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Boston Scientific Corporation (“Boston Scientific” or the “Company”) (NYSE: BSX) and reminds investors of the May 4, 2026 deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a federal securities class action that has been filed against the Company.

The Real Estate Technology & Transformation Center (RETTC) today announced the OPTECH 2026 co-chairs: Jason Gherardini, Senior Vice President of Technology at Sares-Regis Group; Janine Jovanovic, Chief Executive Officer of LeaseLock (also sitting RETTC Tech Vice Chair); and Whitney Kidd, Senior Vice President of Innovation and Technology at Preiss.

Leixir Dental Laboratory Group, announces the launch of two new specialty laboratories – SimplyARCH Studio and Signature Esthetic Studio. These two laboratories advance innovation, excellence within dental restoration techniques, and clinical partnerships. These new laboratories are designed to meet the growing market for highly specialized solutions in full-arch restorations and premium esthetic dentistry.

KBRA assigns preliminary ratings to 10 classes of mortgage-backed notes from New Residential Mortgage Loan Trust 2026-NQM6 (NRMLT 2026-NQM6), a $490.1 million non-prime RMBS transaction sponsored by Rithm Capital Corp. (formerly New Residential Investment Corp.), a publicly traded (NYSE: RITM) real estate investment trust (REIT). The underlying mortgages in the subject pool were primarily originated by NewRez LLC (62.7%). In addition, all loans will be serviced by NewRez LLC.

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Aquestive Therapeutics, Inc. (“Aquestive” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: AQST) and reminds investors of the May 4, 2026 deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a federal securities class action that has been filed against the Company.

KBRA assigns preliminary ratings to four classes of notes (the “Notes”) issued by Kapitus Asset Securitization VI LLC, Series 2026-1.

Star One Credit Union today announced that its president and CEO, Minal Gupta, has been recognized as a 2026 Women of Influence honoree by Silicon Valley Business Journal, recognizing her leadership, industry impact and commitment to the community.

The Schwab Trading Activity Index™ (STAX) decreased to 50.10 in April, down from its score of 56.04 in March. The only index of its kind, the STAX is a proprietary, behavior-based index that analyzes retail investor stock positions and trading activity from Schwab’s millions of client accounts to illuminate what investors were actually doing and how they were positioned in the markets each month.

Axos Bank (“Axos”) today announced its recognition of National Small Business Week, held this year from May 3–9, 2026, celebrating the entrepreneurs and business owners who power communities, create jobs, and strengthen the economy.

A majority of U.S. contractors are bracing for negative impacts from economic and policy pressures, yet nearly three-quarters (74%) remain optimistic about their business performance in 2026, according to a new study from Dodge Construction Network in partnership with CMiC.

98th Annual AAAE Conference & Exposition — As airports face rising passenger demand and ongoing frontline staffing strain, Voncierge, an AI-powered, human-augmented customer service platform for high-traffic environments, today announced the launch of its AI concierge for the U.S. market in partnership with Autonomous Alliance, a consortium advancing autonomous and AI-driven solutions for airports and public venues. Already deployed at Singapore Changi Airport, the platform absorbs routine traveler needs so staff can focus where human help matters most.

Fathom, a leader in autonomous medical coding, has announced a strategic investment from CVS Health Ventures, the venture capital arm of CVS Health. The funding reflects growing demand from both payers and providers for enterprise AI that delivers measurable financial and operational impact across revenue cycle management.

Today, OpenEvidence and American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG) announced a strategic collaboration to expand access to ACOG’s evidence-based clinical guidance and develop insights to help inform the future of ob-gyn care and women’s health.

Deepwatch, the leading autonomous SOC platform built on more than a decade of real-world security operations data, today announced the appointment of Brian Dhatt as Chief Executive Officer. Dhatt succeeds John DiLullo, who will remain with the company as an advisor.

Lorenz Private Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment of Heidi Bitterman, J.D., C.T.F.A., as a Private Trustee serving clients across Washington, Oregon, and California. Bitterman, a licensed California attorney who maintains her bar status as part of her commitment to professional excellence, brings nearly two decades of experience in trusts and estates, fiduciary administration, and multigenerational wealth advising.

The National Football League (NFL) and the NFL Players Association (NFLPA) released the annual Helmet Laboratory Testing Performance Results, and Certor Sports, parent company of Schutt and VICIS, was once again the top-performing helmet manufacturer for NFL player protection.

The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz reminds investors of the upcoming May 5, 2026 deadline to participate as a lead plaintiff in the securities fraud class action lawsuit filed on behalf of investors who acquired Eos Energy Enterprises (“Eos Energy” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: EOSE) securities between November 5, 2025 and February 26, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”).

IVI RMA North America, a leader in fertility care and assisted reproduction, today announced that Dr. Brent Hanson, a reproductive endocrinologist and former Jefferson-RMA fellow, has joined the RMA Northern California clinical team. Board-certified in both obstetrics/gynecology and reproductive endocrinology and infertility, Dr. Hanson is now scheduling new patients for telehealth and in-person appointments at RMA Palo Alto, located at 1900 University Ave., Suite 101 in East Palo Alto and RMA San Francisco, located at 150 Spear St., Suite 500. He was previously part of the RMA San Diego clinical team.

The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz reminds investors of the upcoming May 5, 2026 deadline to participate as a lead plaintiff in the securities fraud class action lawsuit filed on behalf of investors who acquired Nektar Therapeutics (“Nektar” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: NKTR) securities between February 26, 2025 and December 15, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”).

The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz reminds investors of the upcoming May 5, 2026 deadline to participate as a lead plaintiff in the securities fraud class action lawsuit filed on behalf of investors who acquired Soleno Therapeutics, Inc. (“Soleno” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: SLNO) common stock between March 26, 2025 and November 4, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”).

Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP, a leading national shareholder rights law firm, announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired SES AI Corporation (“SES AI” or the “Company”) (NYSE: SES) securities between January 29, 2025 and March 4, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”). SES AI investors have until June 26, 2026 to file a lead plaintiff motion.

Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP reminds investors of the upcoming June 23, 2026 deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the class action filed on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Globant S.A. (“Globant” or the “Company”) (NYSE: GLOB) common stock between February 15, 2024 and August 14, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”).

Global analytics software leader FICO (NYSE: FICO) is elevating findings from a newly released white paper by independent actuarial firm Milliman, which found that FICO® Score 10T is the most predictive credit score for evaluating mortgage default risk. The analysis was performed across all mortgages, including Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac and FHA mortgages, with consistent results across each population.

Eyelit Technologies (Eyelit), a leader in optimized planning, scheduling, and execution systems for manufacturers, today announced its joint presentation with Microsoft at the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo in Orlando, Florida. The session, titled “AI Assisted MES Integration with Microsoft and Copilot,” features Salil Jain, Chief Technology Officer at Eyelit Technologies, and Morten Hannibal Madsen, Senior Quantum Engineer at Microsoft. The presentation highlights Microsoft’s development of an MCP server that integrates Copilot with the Eyelit MES platform in an advanced semiconductor fabrication environment.

mBIOTA Labs, an emerging medical food company revolutionizing medical nutrition for the management of gastrointestinal (GI) conditions, announced today that two abstracts featuring mBIOTA Elemental™ Diet are being presented at Digestive Disease Week 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. These abstracts demonstrate the clear effectiveness of mBIOTA Elemental as a therapeutic tool for patients living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and explore the mechanism by which the mBIOTA elemental diet modulates the microbiome in overgrowth conditions.

Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) are investigating the proposed sale of Esperion Therapeutics, Inc. (NasdaqGM: ESPR) to funds managed by ARCHIMED. Under the terms of the proposed transaction, shareholders of Esperion will receive $3.16 per share in cash and the right to participate in contingent milestone payments for each share of Esperion that they own. KSF is seeking to determine whether this consideration and the process that led to it are adequate, or whether the consideration undervalues the Company.

In support of small-business owners challenged by rising operational costs, ComEd is celebrating an important milestone: More than 100,000 small businesses across northern Illinois have participated in free facility assessments that identify opportunities to save both money and energy.

Ocean Bank announced today total assets increased by $98 million in the quarter ended March 31, reaching a record $7.54 billion.

Aspen Power, a leading distributed generation platform building the clean energy future, today announced the acquisition of two operating rooftop solar projects totaling 6.44 megawatts direct current (MWdc) from multigenerational real estate developer The Avidan Group. The projects, located in PSE&G territory in New Jersey, have operated for more than a decade and produce over 7 million kilowatt-hours annually, equivalent to the annual electricity use of more than 1,000 homes or charging nearly 400 million smartphones each year.

Panthalassa, a renewable energy and ocean technology company, today announced $140 million in Series B financing led by Peter Thiel, with participation from new investors John Doerr, Marc Benioff’s TIME Ventures, Max Levchin’s SciFi Ventures, Susquehanna Sustainable Investments, Hanwha Group, Anthony Pratt, Fortescue Ventures, Future Positive, WTI, Nimble Partners, Super Micro Computer, Sozo Ventures, Dylan Field, Planetary VC, Leblon Capital, Resilience Reserve, Portland Seed Fund, and the Intrepid Oregon Fund. They are joined by returning investors Founders Fund, Gigascale Capital, Lowercarbon Capital, Unless, and WovenEarth.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is calling on fans to sip, savor and celebrate the most delicious month of the year, National Barbecue Month! With graduations, Mother’s Day, Teacher Appreciation Week, Memorial Day, National Brisket Day and more all on the calendar, May is full of moments made for gathering, raising a (new) cup and enjoying barbecue done right.

Aimbridge Hospitality, the world’s leading third-party hotel management company, today announced the appointment of Colin J. Parris, Ph.D., to its Board of Managers, effective immediately. Parris brings acclaimed expertise in artificial intelligence, digital transformation and enterprise technology strategy, with a strong track record of driving technology adoption at scale across multiple global industries.

Graylog, the AI-powered SIEM built for lean security teams, today announced the general availability of Graylog 7.1. The Spring 2026 release delivers two capabilities lean security teams have struggled to get from a single platform: behavioral detection that catches what rules miss, and investigation workflows that remove manual case assembly entirely.

In honor of Military Appreciation Month and ahead of Memorial Day, Nicokick and Northerner, leading online retailers of nicotine pouches for adults 21 and over, are announcing a 35% bonus discount for verified GOVX members. The limited time offer builds on the retailers’ year-round GOVX savings program for eligible adults.

UBS today announced that Harlan S. Levinson and Louis F. Vargas have joined the firm as Financial Advisors. The Levinson Vargas Group joins the UBS Manhattan Market, led by Market Executive Kellie Brady, and is based in the firm’s 299 Park Avenue location. They report to Market Director Demie Kommatas.

LibreMax Capital, LLC (“LibreMax”), an asset management firm specializing in securitized products and asset-backed finance, today announced the launch of the LibreMax Asset-Backed Income Fund (“LMIFX” or the “Fund”), its first interval fund that provides investors with access to private asset-backed finance (“ABF”) and traded structured credit opportunities.

Smartsheet today announced the appointment of Josh Schauer as its Chief Financial Officer. Schauer joins Smartsheet with deep financial expertise, most recently having served as Chief Financial Officer at insightsoftware. Prior to insightsoftware, he held significant financial roles at Longview Solutions and Verisae.

Infios, a global leader in intelligent supply chain execution, today announced that it has been recognized as a Leader in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) for the eighth consecutive year.

Arete Health announced today the acquisitions of Virginia Rehabilitation & Wellness, with locations in Chantilly and Fairfax, Virginia, and Summerville Physical Therapy & Balance for Adults in South Carolina.

Information Services Group (ISG) (Nasdaq: III), a global AI-centered technology research and advisory firm, will ring the closing bell at the Nasdaq MarketSite in New York’s Times Square tomorrow to mark the 20th anniversary of the firm’s founding in 2006.

A U.S. District Court judge ruled that Navigators Specialty Insurance Company was not entitled to require its policyholder, SVO Building One LLC, to reimburse it for over $5 million for attorney’s fees and costs incurred in its defense. (Navigators Specialty Insurance Company v. SVO Building One, LLC, Case No. 22-cv-07102-AMO, U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, April 30, 2026)