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Eros Innovation launches cultural AI platform in 34 languages
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Eros Innovation says its new Cultural AI platform is live, combining voice, identity and cultural context tools for digital characters, artists and virtual performers across 34 languages.
Dragonpass data shows GCC travelers moved Eid Al Adha trips earlier
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Dragonpass says travel across the GCC jumped before Eid Al Adha 2026, then cooled during and after the holiday week, signaling a shift in how travelers are timing peak-period trips.
Keiji Ishikawa’s Spiral of Life wins Gold A' Design Award
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Spiral of Life, a Kiriko glass tableware collection by Keiji Ishikawa, won Gold in the A’ Design Award’s Bakeware, Tableware, Drinkware and Cookware Design category.
Instant noodles market seen doubling to $157.65 billion by 2035
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The global instant noodles market is projected to grow from $83.18 billion in 2025 to $157.65 billion by 2035, driven by convenience, health-focused reformulations and e-commerce.
RobotAnno draws crowds at FAIR plus 2026 with beverage robots
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RobotAnno used the FAIR plus 2026 robotics fair in Shenzhen to showcase five AI beverage kiosks built for unmanned retail.
RegulatingAI Podcast spotlights AI healthcare rules and biosecurity risks
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On a special RegulatingAI Podcast episode, Francisco Sagasti and Dr. Ashish Jha said AI could improve healthcare access but needs stronger governance, transparency and safeguards.
Fasset raises $51 million to expand emerging-market finance network
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Fasset said it raised a $51 million Series B led by investors including SBI Group, Investcorp and Arz Portföy to expand its AI-enabled financial infrastructure across emerging markets.
Coffee machine market seen hitting $19 billion by 2035
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The global coffee machines market is projected to rise from $11.7 billion in 2025 to $19.0 billion by 2035, with smart brewing, specialty coffee demand and premium home appliances driving growth.
Microcatheters market seen reaching $2.98B by 2035
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Market Research Future projects the global microcatheters market will grow from $1.94 billion in 2026 to $2.98 billion by 2035, driven by rising stroke and cardiovascular procedures, material innovation and a shift toward outpatient care.
Howard Brown & Sons Auto Body joins Culver City Chamber
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Howard Brown & Sons Auto Body has joined the Culver City Chamber of Commerce as the family-owned collision repair shop marks more than 50 years in business in West Los Angeles.
Bile duct cancer market seen reaching $9.47B by 2035
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Market Research Future projects the global bile duct cancer market will nearly double from $4.70 billion in 2026 to $9.47 billion by 2035, driven by rising cholangiocarcinoma incidence, targeted therapy approvals and broader genomic testing.
Visa hosts sold-out AI fintech salon at Mission Rock HQ
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Visa and Marvelous brought 150 founders, payments operators and investors to Visa’s Mission Rock headquarters during Fintech Week SF to debate how AI, stablecoins and instant settlement are reshaping finance.
Halal cosmetics market seen hitting $113.8 billion by 2033
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The global halal cosmetics market is forecast to nearly double from $55.5 billion in 2026 to $113.8 billion by 2033, according to Persistence Market Research.
ButterflyMan publishes Taiwan and the Taiwanese on freedom and resilience
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ButterflyMan has published Taiwan and the Taiwanese: Freedom, Fabric, and Fragility, a 2026 book that argues Taiwan’s future depends more on civic will, institutions and social resilience than on semiconductors alone.
Polymer clay market seen reaching $458.9M by 2032
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Persistence Market Research projects the global polymer clay market will grow from about $320 million in 2025 to $458.9 million by 2032, driven by DIY crafting, education programs and demand for personalized products.
Portland sponsors back Waterfront Blues Festival 2026
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Waterfront Blues Festival announced a new round of corporate, public-sector and community support for its 2026 event in downtown Portland, including returning Airbnb sponsorship and Lithia & Driveway’s backing of the July 4 fireworks show.
Professional beauty services market seen reaching $348.4 billion by 2031
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The global professional beauty services market is projected to rise from $211.5 billion in 2021 to $348.4 billion by 2031, growing at a 4.8% CAGR. Demand is being driven by urbanization, shifting lifestyles, rising male grooming, and faster growth…
Comic book market seen reaching $31.2 billion by 2034
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Allied Market Research says the global comic book market was worth $16.8 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $31.2 billion by 2034, driven by digital access and mobile reading.
Global toothbrush market to hit $11.2B by 2033
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Persistence Market Research says the global toothbrush market will grow from $8.2 billion in 2026 to $11.2 billion by 2033, powered by rising oral hygiene awareness, preventive care, and wider adoption of electric toothbrushes.
Avio Coach Craft joins Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce
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Avio Coach Craft, a luxury collision repair shop serving Santa Monica and West Los Angeles, has joined the Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce as it looks to deepen local ties.
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