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Next Street launches research institute focused on small business economy
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Next Street on August 18, 2026 launched the Next Street Institute, a research arm aimed at helping leaders understand how AI, reindustrialization, demographic shifts and capital flows are reshaping America’s small business economy.
Venus Healthcare Homes joins Silver Economy Forum 2026 as partner
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The Global Coalition on Aging has named Venus Healthcare Homes a forum partner for Silver Economy Forum 2026, set for Nov. 11-12 in Kuala Lumpur.
Asana co-founder Justin Rosenstein set for Iceland Eclipse keynote on redesigning the economy
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Justin Rosenstein will speak at Iceland Eclipse in Reykjavik on Aug. 13, joining a moderated keynote on how economic and technology systems shape public outcomes and how democratic participation could change them.
Underground utility damage costs U.S. economy $83.2 billion a year
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Common Ground Alliance released a new report Wednesday estimating underground utility damage costs the U.S. $83.2 billion annually, nearly triple the long-cited $30 billion figure.
Elentren opens public alpha for Christian economy network
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Elentren has launched a public alpha for a new AI-powered platform that connects Christian businesses, churches, professionals, jobs, services and opportunities in one network.
Altherum launches access to private equity club deals and real-economy assets
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Altherum, built within CGPH Banque d’affaires, is opening a platform for qualified investors to access private equity club deals, venture capital, real estate, energy and other real-economy transactions.
Founders Foundation launches first Green Economy Accelerator
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Founders Foundation has launched its first Green Economy Accelerator, bringing 13 South African entrepreneurs into a nine-month programme that started with an inaugural event in Sandton on August 6, 2026. The initiative aims to help founders in…
Uzbekistan raises growth target as economy accelerates
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Uzbekistan has lifted its 2026 GDP forecast to 8.1% and President Shavkat Mirziyoyev is now aiming for 9% to 10% annual growth, a pace well above international projections.
Global Coalition on Aging, Malaysian Healthy Ageing Society to host Silver Economy Forum 2026 in Kuala Lumpur
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The Global Coalition on Aging and the Malaysian Healthy Ageing Society will bring government, business and health leaders to Kuala Lumpur on Nov. 11-12 for Silver Economy Forum 2026. The summit is designed to turn ageing populations into an…
LifeScienceHistory.com spotlights immunization history for Awareness Month
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LifeScienceHistory.com has released its August E-history Spotlight to mark Immunization Awareness Month, pairing historical vaccine milestones with current CDC data showing declining childhood vaccination rates.
Fifth Era says autonomous digital economy unicorns top 755
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Fifth Era Partners says the number of autonomous digital economy unicorns has climbed to 755, with a combined value above an estimated $8 trillion.
Florida economy tops $1.8 trillion as Vero Beach luxury market targets affluent relocations
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Florida’s economy has grown to $1.8 trillion, putting the state 14th globally and sharpening competition for high-end buyers and relocating wealth.
Globe Chaser relaunches app with Agency Cloud for live events
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Globe Chaser on August 19, 2026, relaunched its mobile app and launched Globe Chaser Agency Cloud, a web-based tool for agencies and facilitators running live team-building and outdoor experiences.
Syracuse University taps Ryan Schram to lead creator economy center
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Syracuse University has named Ryan Schram the inaugural executive director of its Center for the Creator Economy, which opened last fall and is now expanding its academic and industry footprint.
PEI adds onsemi executive Catherine Côté to its board
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The Partnership for Economic Innovation has named onsemi executive Catherine Côté to its board of directors as Arizona pushes to expand its semiconductor and technology economy.
ECCB highlights stability, reserves growth and a decade-long reform push
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The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank released its 2025-2026 Annual Report on July 22, 2026, saying the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union held steady despite global uncertainty and laid out a plan to double the region’s economy over the next decade….
Chicago independent bakeries ride the $5 treat economy
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A new MyTSV report says Chicago’s neighborhood bakeries are outperforming expectations in 2026 by pairing cultural authenticity with affordable premium treats.
Texas GOP liberty group plans delegate breakfast in Dallas
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The Republican Liberty Caucus of Texas will host a free breakfast and meet-and-greet for Republican convention delegates in Dallas on Sept. 10, with former White House economist Mike ter Maat as featured guest.
BEYOND argues compression-molded UHMWPE outperforms extrusion for marine fender facings
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A technical study from Tianjin Beyond Technology Development Co., Ltd. says compression-molded UHMWPE is better suited than extruded sheet for marine fender facings because it preserves molecular structure, improves impact resistance and reduces…
Tinsel Magazine wraps creator-economy series with platform reform push
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Tinsel Magazine has published the final installment of its four-part series on the creator economy, centering on a reform proposal from Moxie Media Marketing that targets moderation, transparency, appeals and revenue sharing on live-ranking…
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