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DoorDash Pays Record Fine Over City Wage Violations

DoorDash Pays Record Fine Over City Wage Violations

New York, Wednesday, 23 September 2026.
DoorDash agreed to a $131.5 million settlement with New York City for systemic wage violations, promising affected drivers up to 200% back pay for delayed or missing earnings.

Data Center Infrastructure Provider Accelevation Targets $5.4 Billion Valuation in Stock Market Debut

Data Center Infrastructure Provider Accelevation Targets $5.4 Billion Valuation in Stock Market Debut

New York, Wednesday, 23 September 2026.
Fueled by booming artificial intelligence demand, data center supplier Accelevation is pursuing a $5.37 billion valuation in its stock market launch, backed by a $1.1 billion order backlog.

Swiss Shoe Maker On Launches One Billion Dollar Share Repurchase

Swiss Shoe Maker On Launches One Billion Dollar Share Repurchase

Zurich, Wednesday, 23 September 2026.
Swiss sportswear brand On announced a $1 billion share repurchase program alongside ambitious long-term growth targets, driving its stock price up over 11% on the New York Stock Exchange.

SpaceX Targets First Orbital Achievement in Upcoming Mega Rocket Test Flight

SpaceX Targets First Orbital Achievement in Upcoming Mega Rocket Test Flight

Boca Chica, Wednesday, 23 September 2026.
SpaceX is targeting September 28, 2026, for Starship’s 14th test flight, aiming to reach orbit for the first time to expand commercial operations and support NASA’s lunar missions.

Alternative Lender Offers Small Businesses Fast Decisions Without Hard Credit Checks

Alternative Lender Offers Small Businesses Fast Decisions Without Hard Credit Checks

New York, Wednesday, 23 September 2026.
GetABusinessLoan launched a direct-funding model providing small business pre-approvals within four hours without initial hard credit checks, highlighting a growing market shift toward rapid non-bank commercial financing.

Las Vegas Aces Achieve Historic Third Consecutive Season of Sold-Out Home Games

Las Vegas Aces Achieve Historic Third Consecutive Season of Sold-Out Home Games

Las Vegas, Wednesday, 23 September 2026.
The Las Vegas Aces closed their 2026 regular season with a 68th straight sellout, demonstrating sustained commercial growth and surging fan demand for women’s professional basketball.

IBM and Marist University Launch Advanced Artificial Intelligence Research Hub

IBM and Marist University Launch Advanced Artificial Intelligence Research Hub

Poughkeepsie, Wednesday, 23 September 2026.
IBM and Marist University have launched an artificial intelligence incubator powered by a z17 mainframe, enabling students to test AI guardrails and quantum financial algorithms on enterprise-grade hardware.

Six Flags Faces Legal Crisis Over Roller Coaster Brain Injury Claims

Six Flags Faces Legal Crisis Over Roller Coaster Brain Injury Claims

Valencia, Wednesday, 23 September 2026.
Six Flags Entertainment faces mounting lawsuits and severe liabilities after over 100 riders reported traumatic brain injuries linked to the X2 roller coaster at Magic Mountain.

Aytu BioPharma Rebounds as Depression Drug Prescriptions Surpass Expectations

Aytu BioPharma Rebounds as Depression Drug Prescriptions Surpass Expectations

Englewood, Tuesday, 22 September 2026.
Aytu BioPharma reported a 6.4% fourth-quarter revenue increase to $16.1 million, fueled by its depression treatment EXXUA, which saw total quarterly prescriptions skyrocket by 138%.

Microsoft Faces Ninja Theory Closure After Failed Buyout Deals

Microsoft Faces Ninja Theory Closure After Failed Buyout Deals

Redmond, Tuesday, 22 September 2026.
Microsoft is initiating the closure of Ninja Theory after two acquisition deals collapsed, highlighting severe profitability pressures and aggressive restructuring across the gaming industry.