Serve Robotics to Acquire Diligent Robotics, Expanding Physical AI Platform Beyond the SidewalkThe transaction marks the first expansion of Serve’s autonomy platform into indoor environments, with hospitals as one of the most high-impact settings for robotics.Acquisition broadens Serve’s autonomous robotics platform, expanding market opportunity beyond last-mile delivery, and delivering non-organic revenueAcquisition broadens Serve’s autonomous robotics platform, expanding market opportunity beyond last-mile delivery, and delivering non-organic revenue  Diligent’s Moxi robot among the largest autonomous robot deployments in hospitals nationwide: Over 1.25 million deliveries completed by nearly 100 robots in over 25 hospital facilities, with annual sales at each hospital expected to range between $200k to...

Oklahoma energy asset acquisition, UAE digital asset mining MOU with Greenbelt Industries, and equity financing from Aegis Capital advance integrated energy and infrastructure strategy IBG and BlockFuel continue to progress toward completion of previously announced merger, expected to close by end of Q1 2026 pending Nasdaq listing approval SYDNEY, Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Innovation Beverage Group Ltd (“IBG” or “the Company”) (Nasdaq: IBG), an innovative developer, manufacturer, and marketer of a growing beverage portfolio of 60 formulations across 13 alcoholic and non-alcoholic brands, today provided a business update highlighting progress across several strategic initiatives tied to its proposed merger with BlockFuel Energy Inc. (“BlockFuel”). These developments include energy asset acquisitions, international digital...

NAARDEN, The Netherlands, Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Forbion, a leading life sciences venture capital firm with deep roots in Europe, today announces that GSK (NYSE: GSK) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Forbion Growth Fund III portfolio company RAPT Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: RAPT) in a transaction valued at $2.2 billion. RAPT Therapeutics was a recent, undisclosed investment within Forbion Growth Fund III’s public value opportunities strategy and represents the fund’s second exit. The transaction follows the acquisition of Astria Therapeutics by BioCryst for $920 million in October 2025, further underscoring the fund’s strong momentum and execution capabilities. The acquisition highlights significant strategic interest in RAPT’s lead therapeutic candidate, ozureprubart, a long-acting monoclonal antibody...

NOVI, Mich., Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vector Informatik, a leading solution provider for software-defined systems in automotive and beyond, has acquired the RocqStat software technology and the expert team from StatInf. This acquisition enhances Vector’s capabilities in timing analysis and worst-case execution time (WCET) estimation, supporting the growing demand for reliable software verification in safety-critical systems. The integration of StatInf’s experienced team ensures continuity of expertise and accelerates innovation in timing analysis, verification workflows, and advanced analytics within Vector’s code testing tool chain. Existing StatInf customers will experience full business continuity. In the medium term, Vector plans to integrate RocqStat into the VectorCAST toolchain, creating a unified environment for...

IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CIP Real Estate this month acquired an industrial project adjacent to the Jacksonville International Airport for $51.6 million. The two-building complex consists of 425,000 square feet of state-of-the-art logistics space, divisible to unit sizes of 25,000 to 225,000 square feet.  The 30.18-acre logistics center at 14825 International Airport Blvd is situated immediately adjacent to the Jacksonville International Airport. The center was developed by Pan American Company, which is owned by former Florida Lt. Gov. Carlos Lopez-Cantera, and delivered in December 2025. The buildings are equipped with four spec office suites, dock packages and ramps, excess trailer parking, 250-foot building depths, and 32-foot warehouse clear heights. “We are very excited to purchase this rare mid-bay...

Strategic Acquisition Accelerates Direct-to-Consumer Growth in Global eCommerce Logistics HARRISBURG, Pa., Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — D&H, a leading force in distribution for over a century, today announced the expansion of D&H’s SCALE division with the acquisition of Fulfillment.com (FDC), a global leader in eCommerce fulfillment. This strategic move enhances SCALE, which is D&H’s third-party logistics (3PL) and supply chain services arm, by combining Fulfillment.com’s advanced technology and international reach with D&H’s legacy of operational excellence. Designed to help businesses respond readily to client demand, SCALE develops end-to-end personalized, collaborative, and world-class omni-channel services for B2B and B2C partners. Drawing on decades of logistics and fulfilment experience, SCALE maintains...

The addition of Southern Fire Control expands Sciens’ presence in the state of Florida, further advancing its overall national footprint. SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sciens Building Solutions (“Sciens”) today announced it has welcomed Pembroke Pines, Florida-based Southern Fire Control to its growing portfolio of companies in the United States. Sciens established its Florida presence in September 2016 with its very first acquisition of WSA Systems in Boca Raton. The company has since added locations across the entire state, including Jacksonville, Tampa, Pompano Beach, Orlando, and Miami – giving the company the ability to serve customers all over Florida. With the addition of Southern Fire Control, Sciens will employ nearly 600 employees in the state. “Southern Fire Control’s 30 plus years of experience brings...

zofiQ AI agents embedded in ConnectWise PSA help IT Solution Providers resolve more tickets with the same team, deliver more consistent service, and unlock capacity for higher-value customer work TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ConnectWise, the leading software and services company dedicated to the success of IT Solution Providers, today announced it has acquired zofiQ, an agentic AI company purpose-built to automate high-volume service desk operations. With zofiQ, ConnectWise is accelerating the Age of Autonomous Service, empowering teams to scale service delivery and reduce operational strain. Already in use by ConnectWise PSA™ partners today, zofiQ is driving a 20% increase in endpoints managed per technician and enabling organizations to increase service capacity while maintaining consistent service quality....

AMHERST, N.Y. and BUFFALO, N.Y., Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Following an aggressive growth through acquisitions strategy, Minuteman Press franchise owner Wes Froebel has achieved President’s Club status. Wes first purchased Minuteman Press in Buffalo, NY in November of 2017, and has owned his second center in Amherst, NY since September of 2020. For the year ending 2025, Wes achieved over $1 million in gross sales at his Amherst location. At Minuteman Press in Amherst, Wes acquired two independent printing businesses that helped him more than double his gross sales in 2025 and reach the President’s Club mark. This included a record sales month in September of 2025 following those key acquisitions. Wes also completed another acquisition for Minuteman Press in Buffalo to further expand his footprint and grow his client base.Wes...

Expands HVAC Segment with Highly Complementary Custom Electric Heating Solutions CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SPX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:SPXC) (“SPX Technologies” or the “Company”) announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Thermolec Ltd. (“Thermolec”) for a total cash consideration of CA$ 195 million (approximately US$ 140 million). Founded in 1973, Thermolec is a Montréal-based manufacturer of custom electric duct heating and related solutions, offering a differentiated set of products across commercial, multi-family residential, and light industrial applications. With nearly 200 employees, Thermolec generates annual revenues of approximately US$ 35 million. Thermolec will become part of SPX’s HVAC segment and operate within its Electric Heat business with Marley Engineered Products (MEP)...