Month: January 2026

The success of the development phase moves the technology to operational product deployment Rehovot, Israel, Jan. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Maris-Tech Ltd. (Nasdaq: MTEK, MTEKW) (“Maris-Tech” or the “Company”), a global leader in video and artificial intelligence (“AI”) – based edge computing technology, today announced it has received a follow-on purchase order for the supply of intelligence gathering operational products, scheduled for delivery during the second quarter of 2026. The order follows the successful completion of an earlier product development engagement, during which Maris-Tech worked closely with the customer to design, refine, and mature specialized technologies for intelligence gathering applications. With development milestones achieved and validated, the customer has now transitioned the engagement...

Kfar Saba, Israel, Jan. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ParaZero Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: PRZO) (the “company” or “ParaZero”), an aerospace defense company pioneering smart, autonomous solutions for the global manned and unmanned aerial systems (UAS) industry, today announced the signing of a new reseller agreement with a prominent Western European partner. The agreement includes an initial purchase order for DefendAir training kits, marking another step in ParaZero’s strategic expansion throughout Europe, particularly within major NATO-aligned defense markets. This latest reseller partnership builds on ParaZero’s recent successes in the region, including a strategic distribution agreement with a leading Western European distributor, successful live demonstrations of the DefendAir platform for senior NATO officers from...

Alpha selected as the first Medspa platform partner given their commitment to innovation, education, and breaking through barriers NEW YORK and SACRAMENTO, Calif., Jan. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Obagi Medical, a leading innovator in physician-dispensed skincare and aesthetic solutions and part of Waldencast plc (NASDAQ: WALD) (“Waldencast” or the “Company”), today announced that it has partnered with Alpha Aesthetic Partners for the Aesthetics Leadership with Obagi‘s Hyaluronic Acid (ALOHA) Program. Alpha was selected as an ALOHA launch partner for its demonstrated commitment to innovation, education, collaboration, and advancing aesthetic medicine through scalable, high-quality care models. Through this real-world evaluation collaboration, Alpha will conduct a structured, multi-site evaluation of Obagi® saypha® MagIQ™...

Company to Centralize AI, Data, Capital Allocation, and Governance, Enabling Modular Expansion Across Its Portfolio KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Jan. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — VCI Global Limited (NASDAQ: VCIG) (“VCI Global” or the “Company”) today announced a strategic transformation into an AI-native platform, repositioning the Company to enhance scalability, capital efficiency, and execution discipline across its portfolio of businesses. Under the new model, VCI Global will operate as a centralized AI-driven platform, with subsidiaries, affiliates, and portfolio companies structured as modular business units that “plug into” shared AI infrastructure, standardized data and KPIs, and centralized capital and governance frameworks. This shift represents a fundamental evolution in how the Company governs, scales, and optimizes its operations. From...

The integration of infrastructures in trading, payment, custody, and settlement provides global customers with a seamless and near-instant payment experience through OwlPayARLINGTON, Va. and HONG KONG, Jan. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — OBOOK Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: OWLS) (“OwlTing”), a global fintech company, and Arta Global Markets Limited (“AGML”), a Hong Kong-based financial institution regulated by the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong (SFC), today announced a partnership to develop joint products and services in digital assets on/off ramp and cross-currency payments. The strategic integration of payment, trading, settlement, and custody infrastructures developed by OwlTing and AGML provides global customers with a seamless and near-instant payment experience through OwlPay, OwlTing’s proprietary payment solution. This...

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ZenaTech, Inc. (Nasdaq: ZENA) (FSE: 49Q) (BMV: ZENA) (“ZenaTech”), a technology solution provider specializing in AI (Artificial Intelligence) drone, Drone as a Service (DaaS), enterprise SaaS, and Quantum Computing solutions, today announces that it has successfully conducted advanced testing of its proprietary ZenaDrone IQ Nano indoor inventory management drones and drone swarm technology. The tests incorporated four drones configured to fly simultaneously and independently in a GPS-denied environment, each drone on a different flight path executing rapid bar code scanning of packages in a simulated warehouse environment. The successful test validates the company’s scalable, software-driven solution for addressing mission-critical defense logistics and...

SAN ANTONIO, Jan. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rackspace Technology® (NASDAQ: RXT), a leading end-to-end hybrid cloud and AI solutions company, today announced the appointment of Joseph Vito as Senior Vice President of Strategic Alliance Partnerships. In this role, Vito will lead Rackspace’s global strategy for building and strengthening technology and channel partnerships that drive innovation and deliver exceptional value to customers. Vito brings more than 25 years of experience in technology leadership, cloud transformation, and enterprise solutions across financial services, life sciences, energy, and consumer manufacturing. Most recently, he served as a Strategic Transformation Principal on the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Global Business and Advisory teams, where he guided some of the world’s largest organizations through cloud...

CORNELIUS, N.C., Jan. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Alpha Modus Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMOD), a U.S.-based AI technology fintech innovator, today announced the appointment of Ryan Sinclair as Head of Delivery for Alpha Modus Financial Services, LLC, a subsidiary of Alpha Modus Holdings, Inc. Following the announcement of the national retailer pilot for the Alpha Cash kiosk platform, and broader multi-retail expansion strategy, Mr. Sinclair will lead the delivery and operational execution of Alpha Cash for Alpha Modus Financial Services, the Company’s proprietary suite of financial products designed to connect digital engagement with seamless in-store transactions. “Ryan’s proven record of driving operational results at scale and navigating complex retail execution environments makes him a perfect fit for Alpha Cash at this stage...

NEW YORK, Jan. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — StepStone Real Estate (SRE) announced today that it has added Jennifer Jones to its team as a Partner to help launch S-Core, a platform that will increase SRE’s Core/Core+ real estate activities. Jones will be based in San Francisco and will oversee a global investment mandate. Prior to joining StepStone, Ms. Jones spent nearly two decades at UBS where she led over $20 billion in transactions and most recently was the Senior Portfolio Manager for its Global Core Plus vehicle for US Investors and for various Core+ separate accounts. She also served as Head of Real Estate Partnerships and Investments for UBS’ $100+ billion Real Estate and Private Markets team.  At SRE, Ms. Jones will be leveraging her experience to oversee the launch of S-Core, a global Core/Core+ platform. SRE has a long...