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Joiin adds Stripe, FreeAgent, MYOB and Zoho Books integrations
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Joiin expanded its reporting platform on Aug. 19, 2026, with new integrations for Stripe, FreeAgent, MYOB and Zoho Books.
100 U.S. forensic labs now use STRmix for complex DNA cases
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One hundred U.S. forensic laboratories now use STRmix probabilistic genotyping software to interpret mixed or degraded DNA profiles that were once considered too complex to read.
Globe Chaser launches rebuilt adventure app and Agency Cloud
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Globe Chaser has rolled out a rebuilt mobile app and a new Agency Cloud workspace for team-building providers and event organisers.
Airtripmaker expands premium-cabin flights for corporate and group travelers
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Airtripmaker is broadening its U.S. and Canada booking platform with premium economy, business class and first class flights for companies, corporates and groups.
Fire Factory Australia expands nationwide supply of ActivFire certified extinguishers
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Fire Factory Australia is broadening access to ActivFire certified extinguishers across Australia, targeting contractors, building managers and purchasing teams that need compliant fire safety equipment delivered ready for installation.
GSTX backs Section 232 action as it pushes a 10 GW wafer plant plan
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Graphene & Solar Technologies Limited says the White House’s Section 232 move on polysilicon imports strengthens the case for domestic solar materials manufacturing.
Five Chinese aluminum boat builders target global export demand
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Chinese shipyards are expanding their role in the global aluminum boat market, with Qingdao Dookyu Crown Marine and four other builders supplying yachts, workboats, ferries and fishing vessels to export buyers in 2026. The market is being shaped…
Sophiie AI raises A$5 million seed round and launches AI operating system for trades
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Sophiie AI has raised A$5 million in seed funding at a A$30 million valuation as it rolls out a new AI operating system for trades and service businesses.
iMocha partners with Lightcast on skills taxonomy
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iMocha said it has partnered with Lightcast to power its Skills & Work Intelligence platform with Lightcast’s continuously updated skills taxonomy.
Ignition named Xero Global Practice App of the Year finalist
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Ignition has been named a finalist for Global Practice App of the Year in the Xero Global App Awards 2026, putting its AI billing and revenue automation tools in the spotlight ahead of Xerocon Denver.
Top 10 China Christmas Butter Cookie Suppliers for 2026
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A new supplier roundup highlights 10 China-based manufacturers positioned for 2026 Christmas butter cookie orders across retail, gift and foodservice channels.
Five Chinese butter cookie makers to watch in 2026
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Rising demand for premium butter cookies is putting more attention on Chinese manufacturers with strong food safety systems, export readiness and flexible private-label services.
Deckard Technologies wins 2026 AI Solution Provider award
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Deckard Technologies was named 2026 AI Solution Provider of the Year in the PropTech Breakthrough Awards for its property-oversight software for local governments.
Maya Merhige completes Gibraltar swim, sixth Oceans Seven crossing
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Nineteen-year-old marathon swimmer Maya Merhige crossed the Strait of Gibraltar on Aug. 11, completing her sixth Oceans Seven channel swim and moving closer to a record as the youngest person to finish the series.
Gentell pushes Manuka honey wound care in US market
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Gentell is expanding Manuka honey wound care products in the U.S. after buying New Zealand’s ManukaMed and rebranding it. The company is leaning on clinical research, Medicare reimbursement and a set of claimed healing advantages to position the…
JUARA lands on Nordstrom.com as spa expansion widens
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JUARA has launched on Nordstrom.com while expanding spa partnerships across luxury destinations in Indonesia and New Zealand.
PractiTest adds AWS hosting region in Australia
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PractiTest said Aug. 13 it is opening a new AWS hosting region in Australia, giving customers another option for where testing data is stored.
Australian Wildflower explains why its Jarrah honey label stops at TA35+
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Australian Wildflower says its flagship Jarrah honey is labeled TA35+ because Australian accreditation rules will not certify a higher number, even though an independent lab recorded a 53.8 Total Activity reading.
Global brands are eyeing Australia as Launch Story spotlights market entry opportunity
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Launch Story says Australia is drawing more international brands and suppliers across retail, food, beauty and lifestyle categories, driven by demographics, consumer spending and local demand.
SKOVN tops 2026 organic modern furniture ranking
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A new 2026 ranking puts SKOVN ahead of four other DTC furniture brands on solid-wood construction, delivery transparency, and whole-home breadth.
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