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Federal government shutdown enters its second week with no clear resolution in sight as bipartisan talks continue.

• The federal government shutdown began on October 1, 2025, and has entered its second week as of October 7-8, 2025, with no clear resolution in sight.
• The shutdown impasse centers on enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA/Obamacare) subsidies set to expire at the end of 2025, which could cause health insurance premiums to double or more for millions of enrollees.
• Bipartisan talks on resolving the shutdown are continuing informally or quietly, particularly around health care subsidies.

The City of Prattville hosts a statewide disaster response exercise for the Alabama Mutual Aid System.

• The City of Prattville hosted a statewide disaster response exercise for the Alabama Mutual Aid System.
• The exercise was held at Cooter's Pond Park.
• More than 175 participants took part in the exercise.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu marks the two-year anniversary of the Hamas attacks, vowing to bring hostages home.

• The second anniversary of the Hamas-led attack on October 7, 2023, was marked in Israel.
• The October 7, 2023, Hamas attack killed approximately 1,200 people in Israel.
• Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to achieve the war's goals, including the return of all hostages.

US domestic policy discussions focus on the impact of recent budget cuts on vulnerable populations.

• The U.S. federal government is experiencing an ongoing shutdown in early October 2025, which is impacting services for vulnerable populations including health programs, housing assistance, food aid, and home-based care.
• The Trump administration's One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), also referred to as the "Big Bill," includes significant cuts to Medicaid funding, reducing federal spending by $1 trillion over the next decade and affecting coverage for vulnerable populations.

The US government shutdown enters its second week, with impacts being felt across the country, including flight delays due to air traffic controller shortages.

• The government shutdown is causing flight delays at multiple US airports due to air traffic controller staffing shortages.
• The US government shutdown entered its second week on October 8, 2025.
• Air traffic controllers are required to work without pay during the government shutdown as essential federal employees.

President Trump deploys National Guard troops to Chicago, a move criticized by city and state officials.

• President Trump has deployed or authorized National Guard troops to Chicago to protect federal officers and ICE facilities.
• Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson have criticized the deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago as unconstitutional or an invasion.
• Illinois and Chicago filed a lawsuit to block the Trump administration's deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago.

The political landscape surrounding Israel and the US has been significantly reshaped following the events of October 7th.

• It is the two-year anniversary of the Hamas-led attack on Israel that occurred on October 7, 2023.
• The Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, resulted in approximately 250 people being taken hostage.
• US President Donald Trump has proposed a ceasefire plan for the Gaza conflict.

President Trump's executive orders from 2025 include measures on trade, national security, and immigration.

• The Trump administration has imposed tariffs on imports from Canada.
• The Trump administration has implemented reciprocal tariffs on various countries.
• The Trump administration has deployed or attempted to deploy National Guard troops to U.S. cities including Portland and Chicago for immigration and crime enforcement.

Gaza ceasefire talks show progress as negotiations continue in Egypt, with a potential hostage-for-prisoner exchange being discussed.

• Ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas are taking place in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt.
• US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have arrived in Egypt to join the Gaza ceasefire talks.
• Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani is joining the Gaza ceasefire talks in Egypt.

TIME reports on President Trump's comments regarding back pay for furloughed employees during the government shutdown and controversy surrounding Stephen Miller's remarks.

• The Trump administration has indicated through a memo that furloughed federal workers are not guaranteed back pay after the government shutdown ends.
• Democrats are pushing for the extension of health care subsidies or premium tax credits as part of negotiations to end the government shutdown.
• President Trump signed legislation in 2019 ensuring back pay for federal workers during government shutdowns.

Former FBI Director James Comey pleads not guilty to charges of lying to Congress.

• James Comey pleaded not guilty to charges of making false statements to Congress and obstructing a congressional proceeding.
• The arraignment took place in federal court in Alexandria, Virginia.
• Comey was indicted on two counts: making false statements to Congress and obstructing a congressional proceeding.

A significant number of US flights experienced delays as air traffic controllers, working without pay due to the shutdown, called in sick.

• Staffing shortages among air traffic controllers due to the government shutdown are causing flight delays at multiple U.S. airports.
• Air traffic controllers are required to work without pay during the government shutdown as essential workers.
• There has been an increase in air traffic controllers calling in sick since the government shutdown began.

The International Monetary Fund chief warns of economic uncertainty for 2025.

• IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva warned of economic uncertainty in a speech, stating "Buckle up" and that "uncertainty is the new normal."
• The speech by IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva occurred at the Milken Institute in Washington, D.C., on October 8, 2025.
• The IMF forecasts global economic growth of 3% for 2025.

In Steelton, police are searching for a suspect wanted for a shooting that resulted in one fatality and one injury.

• A shooting occurred in Steelton, Pennsylvania.
• The shooting resulted in one fatality.
• Steelton-Highspire schools were placed on lockdown following the shooting.

Al Jazeera reports on the US Attorney General being grilled on the Epstein case and bias claims.

• US Attorney General faced questioning in the Senate over the Jeffrey Epstein case and allegations of bias or weaponizing the Justice Department.
• US President Donald Trump has authorized or deployed National Guard troops to cities including Chicago and Illinois despite state and local opposition.
• US President Donald Trump threatens to invoke the Insurrection Act to deploy troops or National Guard to cities.

A conservative push for Charlie Kirk statues is sparking debate about memorials in the US.

• Charlie Kirk was fatally shot on September 10 at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah.
• Charlie Kirk founded Turning Point USA.
• Charlie Kirk was 31 years old at the time of his death.

The US President has threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act to give the National Guard arrest and policing powers in Chicago.

• President Trump has threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act in relation to deploying National Guard troops to cities including Chicago.
• The Insurrection Act would allow the president to deploy the military domestically and give National Guard troops powers for arrest and policing, bypassing restrictions like the Posse Comitatus Act.
• President Trump is deploying or has deployed National Guard troops to Chicago despite opposition from Illinois state and city officials.

Hurricane Milton rapidly strengthened into a Category 5 storm in the Gulf of Mexico, prompting widespread evacuations in Florida.

• Hurricane Milton was a hurricane that occurred in 2024 and impacted Florida.
• Hurricane Milton formed or strengthened in the Gulf of Mexico.

The U.S. and Pakistan have signed a deal on rare earth minerals, potentially leading to a $500 million investment in mineral processing facilities in Pakistan.

• The United States and Pakistan have signed a deal on rare earth minerals.
• The deal involves or paves the way for a $500 million investment.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated she and two ministers have been reported to the International Criminal Court for alleged complicity in genocide in connection with the war on Gaza.

• Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated that she and two of her ministers have been reported to the International Criminal Court for alleged complicity in genocide in connection with Israel's war in Gaza.
• The two ministers named in the ICC complaint are Defence Minister Guido Crosetto and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani.
• Meloni stated in an interview with Italian state broadcaster RAI that the ICC complaint also possibly names Roberto Cingolani, head of defence group Leonardo.

Renewable energy sources generated more electricity globally than coal during the first half of 2025, according to a report by Ember.

• Renewable energy sources generated more electricity globally than coal for the first time during the first half of 2025, according to a report by Ember.
• In the first half of 2025, renewable generation reached 5,072 TWh globally, while coal generation was 4,896 TWh.
• Renewable energy accounted for 34.3% of global electricity generation in the first half of 2025, surpassing coal's 33.1%.

Israeli forces killed eight Palestinians in Gaza within the past 24 hours, and at least 118 Palestinians have been killed since Friday.

• The current Gaza war began with the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks on Israel.
• Indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas for a Gaza ceasefire are ongoing in Egypt.
• Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are attending the Gaza ceasefire talks in Egypt.

Companies have warned that delays in the EU's anti-deforestation law could endanger forests.

• The EU's anti-deforestation law (EUDR) regulates commodities and products including palm oil, cocoa, coffee, soy, beef, and wood to ensure they are not linked to deforestation.
• Major companies including Nestlé, Ferrero, Mars, and others have warned that delays to the EU's anti-deforestation law (EUDR) could damage forests and undermine its objectives.
• The EU's anti-deforestation law (EUDR) has been or is proposed to be delayed by one year, until December 2026.

The World Bank released an update on Nigeria's economy, noting progress in reforms but highlighting persistent challenges such as high food inflation and poverty.

• In 2025, an estimated 139 million Nigerians live in poverty.
• Nigeria's recent economic reforms include foreign exchange liberalization and fuel subsidy removal.
• Nigeria's poverty level rose from 129 million people in April 2025 to 139 million in 2025.

The World Trade Organization (WTO) lowered its global merchandise trade growth forecast for 2026 to 0.5% but raised the forecast for 2025 to 2.4%.

• The WTO raised its global merchandise trade growth forecast for 2025 to 2.4%.
• The WTO lowered its global merchandise trade growth forecast for 2026 to 0.5%.
• The WTO's previous forecast for 2025 merchandise trade growth was 0.9% (as of August).

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva warned of increasing risks to the global economy, stating "uncertainty is the new normal".

• IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva stated that "uncertainty is the new normal" during a speech at the Milken Institute in Washington.
• The speech was delivered ahead of the IMF and World Bank annual meetings in Washington next week.
• The global economy is performing better than feared but faces ongoing risks, with growth expected to slow only slightly this year and next.

The Philippines has signed eight new Petroleum Service Contracts (PSCs) for oil and gas exploration, involving over $200 million in foreign investment to boost energy security.

• The Philippines signed or presented eight new Petroleum Service Contracts (PSCs) for oil and gas exploration.
• President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. led the signing or presentation of the eight PSCs.
• The eight PSCs involve over $200 million in investment.

A landslip in Himachal Pradesh, India, has resulted in a death toll of 16, with rescue operations ongoing.

• A landslide struck a private bus in Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
• The landslide was triggered by heavy or continuous rains.
• The incident occurred on the evening of October 7 or 8, 2025.

The International Energy Agency (IEA) reduced its forecast for U.S. renewable power capacity growth by nearly 50% compared to last year.

• The IEA reduced its forecast for U.S. renewable power capacity growth by nearly 50% compared to last year.
• Solar PV is expected to account for 80% of the global increase in renewable capacity over the next five years.
• The IEA's downward revision to its global renewable capacity forecast is primarily due to policy changes in the United States and China.

The World Bank has improved its growth forecast for sub-Saharan Africa to 3.8% for the year, citing stabilizing prices and policy easing.

• The World Bank has raised its growth forecast for sub-Saharan Africa to 3.8% for 2025, citing easing or stabilizing inflation/prices and monetary policy easing.

Global financial markets opened with caution, with gold prices surging past $4,000 per ounce for the first time amid political uncertainty.

• The gold price surge is driven by political and economic uncertainty, including the US government shutdown.
• Gold prices have surged past $4,000 per ounce for the first time, reaching a record high.
• The US government shutdown is contributing to investor concerns and delays in key economic data releases.

The European Union ambassadors have agreed on a political framework to phase out Russian oil and gas imports by 2028.

• EU ambassadors agreed on October 8, 2025, to move forward with the bloc's plan to end Russian oil and gas imports by 2028, clearing the first political hurdle before a ministers' vote on October 20.
• Nearly all EU countries have signaled support for the plan, despite criticism from Hungary and Slovakia, which maintain close ties with Russia.
• The plan would require Hungary and Slovakia, the two countries still importing Russian oil, to develop national plans to end these imports by 2028.

Greenland's Prime Minister urged closer ties with the EU on strategic minerals, highlighting the island's deposits of rare earths.

• US President Donald Trump has threatened to annex or take control of Greenland, citing its untapped mineral resources.
• Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen urged the EU to deepen ties and accelerate cooperation on strategic minerals, including rare earth deposits, during a speech at the European Parliament in Strasbourg.

Critical Metals Corp. signed a letter of intent with a U.S.-based rare earth processor for offtake from its Tanbreez project in Greenland, aiming to reduce China's dominance.

• Critical Metals Corp. (NASDAQ: CRML) signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) for a multi-year offtake agreement with REalloys Inc. for rare earth concentrate from its Tanbreez project.
• The offtake agreement with REalloys Inc. covers approximately 15% of the projected production from the Tanbreez project.
• Under the terms of the offtake agreement, Critical Metals Corp. expects to supply up to 6,750,000 metric tons of rare earth concentrate from the Tanbreez project to REalloys Inc.

The U.S. dollar strengthened to a two-month high due to concerns over the prolonged U.S. government shutdown and global risk aversion.

• The U.S. government shutdown is ongoing and prolonged, contributing to concerns about U.S. fiscal stability and investor confidence.
• The Japanese yen weakened due to political developments, including the election or leadership win of Sanae Takaichi, raising concerns about delayed Bank of Japan policy tightening.
• The euro weakened due to political instability in France, including government turmoil.

Vietnam has achieved emerging-market status, a move anticipated to attract significant foreign investment.

• FTSE Russell has upgraded Vietnam's stock market from frontier to secondary emerging market status.
• The upgrade is expected to attract billions of dollars in foreign investment to Vietnam's stock market.
• The upgrade to secondary emerging market status is effective on September 21, 2026.

The World Bank has lifted its 2025 growth forecast for the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan, and Pakistan (MENAAP) region to 2.8%.

• The World Bank has raised its 2025 growth forecast for the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan, and Pakistan (MENAAP) region to 2.8%.

Canada is launching its fifth issuance of green bonds to support projects in green infrastructure and nature conservation.

• The Government of Canada is launching its fifth issuance of Canadian-dollar-denominated green bonds in October 2025, subject to market conditions.
• The fifth green bond issuance includes a new 30-year green bond.
• The fifth green bond issuance includes a re-opening of the 7-year green bond that was issued in February 2025.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is expected to continue discussions with Kenya regarding a new funded program at its annual meetings.

• Kenya is continuing discussions with the IMF on a new funded program in Washington next week.
• CBK Governor Kamau Thugge stated that discussions on a new IMF funded program will continue next week in Washington.
• An IMF team has been in Kenya conducting initial discussions on a new supported program, with the visit concluding around early October 2025.

Analysts note a shift in the U.S. strategy for securing critical minerals, with global projects aiming to diversify away from Chinese dominance in rare earth processing.

• The U.S. is shifting its strategy to secure critical minerals through domestic production support and partnerships, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign sources including China.
• Global efforts and projects are underway to diversify critical mineral supply chains away from Chinese dominance in processing.
• China dominates global processing and refining of critical minerals, including rare earth elements.

The global economy has shown resilience despite significant shocks, including President Donald Trump's tariffs, according to the IMF.

• IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva stated “Buckle up” and “Uncertainty is the new normal” in a speech at the Milken Institute.
• The global economy has shown resilience despite shocks including US President Donald Trump's tariffs.
• Gold prices hit $4,000 an ounce for the first time.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has stated that uncertainty is the new normal for the global economy.

• IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva stated that "uncertainty is the new normal" for the global economy in a speech on October 8, 2025.
• The speech by IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva took place on October 8, 2025, at the Milken Institute in Washington, D.C.
• The IMF and World Bank annual meetings are scheduled for the following week in Washington, D.C.

The Philippines aims to reduce its dependence on imported oil through new petroleum exploration contracts.

• President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. signed eight new Petroleum Service Contracts (PSCs).
• The eight new Petroleum Service Contracts are worth $207 million.
• The new Petroleum Service Contracts aim to reduce the Philippines' dependence on imported oil or fuel.

The EU has approved a framework to end Russian oil and gas imports by 2028.

• EU ambassadors have agreed to forward a proposal to phase out Russian oil and gas imports by 2028 to EU ministers for a vote on October 20.
• The proposal aims to end all Russian oil and gas imports to the EU by January 2028.
• The phase-out plan bans new Russian gas contracts from January 2026 and phases out existing contracts by 2028.

Renewables are projected to double global power capacity by 2030, with solar PV leading the growth, according to the IEA.

• Global renewable power capacity is projected to more than double by 2030.
• Global renewable power capacity is projected to increase by 4,600 GW by 2030.
• Solar PV is projected to account for approximately 80% of the global increase in renewable power capacity by 2030.

The World Bank has raised its forecast for economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa to 3.8% for the current year.

• The World Bank has raised its economic growth forecast for sub-Saharan Africa to 3.8% for 2025.
• The raised growth forecast for sub-Saharan Africa is driven by easing inflationary pressures.

A man was killed in a subway station assault in Brooklyn, and a suspect with multiple prior arrests has been taken into custody.

• The victim, a man believed to be in his 50s, suffered a fractured skull and was pronounced dead at New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital.
• A man was beaten to death at the Jay Street-MetroTech subway station in Brooklyn.
• The incident occurred around 3 p.m. on Tuesday, October 7, 2025.

New York City public schools may lose federal funding due to policies regarding transgender students' use of bathrooms.

• The Trump administration's Department of Education is restricting or threatening federal funding to certain public school districts for policies allowing transgender students to use bathrooms aligning with their gender identity, under Title IX enforcement.
• The Trump administration's Department of Education has publicly criticized or penalized specific school districts (including in Virginia) for refusing to adopt restrictive policies on transgender students, including bathroom access.

A mother has been charged with endangering her child after her 5-year-old son was found wandering alone in Queens.

• The laundromat where the boy was found is located at 25-15 Seagirt Boulevard in Far Rockaway, Queens.
• A 5-year-old boy was found wandering alone barefoot outside a laundromat in Far Rockaway, Queens, around 5:30 a.m. on a Tuesday.
• A laundromat worker found the boy and brought him inside before calling police.

The New York City economic data indicates a strong post-pandemic recovery with record-high employment figures.

• A US government shutdown began in early October 2025, delaying the release of key economic data including the September non-farm payrolls report.
• US stock markets advanced and reached new all-time highs during the third quarter of 2025.
• US inflation remains above the Federal Reserve's 2% target in 2025.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced an increase in the maximum weekly unemployment benefit for workers in New York State.

• Governor Kathy Hochul announced an increase in the maximum weekly unemployment insurance benefit for New York workers from $504 to $869.
• The increase in the maximum weekly unemployment insurance benefit from $504 to $869 goes into effect in October 2025.
• New York State repaid nearly $7 billion in federal Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund debt as part of the FY 2026 Enacted Budget, enabling the benefit increase.

Strip District merchants are taking Pittsburgh back to court regarding a Penn Avenue bike lane project.

• The Strip District Business Association has filed a lawsuit against the City of Pittsburgh's Department of Mobility and Infrastructure to stop the Penn Avenue bike lane project.
• The Penn Avenue bike lane project in Pittsburgh's Strip District involves reducing a two-lane stretch to one lane and adding a protected bike lane between 22nd and 31st streets.
• The lawsuit by Strip District merchants claims the Penn Avenue bike lane project will cause gridlock and pose safety risks for emergency vehicles.

The first Pittsburgh mayoral debate between candidates Corey O'Connor and Tony Moreno addressed policing and finances.

• A Pittsburgh mayoral debate between candidates Corey O'Connor and Tony Moreno occurred.

Derry Township has approved a permit for a controversial solar farm project.

• Derry Township approved a permit for a controversial solar farm project.

Oakland Police Chief Floyd Mitchell announced his resignation, effective December 5, after less than two years in the role.

• Oakland Police Chief Floyd Mitchell announced his resignation, effective December 5.
• Floyd Mitchell has served as Oakland Police Chief for less than two years, appointed in May 2024.
• No reason was provided for Floyd Mitchell's resignation.

Nvidia has stated it will continue to sponsor H-1B visas and cover associated costs, despite a recent executive order imposing new fees.

• Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang stated that the company will continue to sponsor H-1B visas and cover all associated costs despite President Donald Trump's executive order imposing a $100,000 fee on new applications.
• President Donald Trump's executive order imposes a $100,000 fee on each new H-1B visa application.
• Jensen Huang sent an internal memo or email to Nvidia employees stating the company's position on sponsoring H-1B visas.

A California grant program is providing support to small, economically disadvantaged farmers facing increasing financial pressures.

• California is experiencing economic and financial pressures from rising costs and external factors like tariffs.
• Small farmers are facing increasing financial pressures due to rising production and input costs.

The manager of San Francisco's historic Condor Club was found shot and killed in Santa Rosa.

• Mark Calcagni was found shot dead in Santa Rosa.
• The Condor Club is a legendary strip club in San Francisco's North Beach neighborhood.
• Mark Calcagni was the general manager of the Condor Club in San Francisco's North Beach neighborhood.

The San Jose Sharks have announced their alternate captains for the upcoming 2025-26 season.

• The San Jose Sharks announced alternate captains for the 2025-26 season without naming a full-time captain.
• The San Jose Sharks' alternate captains for the 2025-26 season are Tyler Toffoli, Alexander Wennberg, Barclay Goodrow, Mario Ferraro, and Macklin Celebrini.
• Sharks head coach Ryan Warsofsky stated that the alternate captains bring important skillsets and character to the team and embody what it means to be a Shark.

Google releases October firmware update for Pixel devices with security patches and minor fixes.

• Google has not yet released the October 2025 Pixel update.
• Verizon has published release notes or details for the upcoming October 2025 Pixel update.
• The October 2025 Pixel update is a minor patch focused on bug fixes and stability improvements, without major new features.

Amazon announces Prime Big Deal Days event scheduled for October 7-8, 2025, offering early holiday deals.

• Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event is scheduled for October 7-8, 2025.
• The Prime Big Deal Days event is a two-day sale.
• The Prime Big Deal Days event offers early holiday deals and encourages holiday shopping.

SoftBank Group agrees to acquire ABB's industrial robots unit for approximately $5.4 billion, expanding its focus on AI and robotics.

• SoftBank Group Corp. has agreed to acquire ABB Ltd.'s industrial robotics unit for approximately $5.4 billion.
• The acquisition reflects Masayoshi Son's expansion into robotics and AI.
• ABB had originally planned to spin off its robotics unit but is now selling it to SoftBank.

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) launches new UPI-focused products, including Aadhaar-based face authentication.

• NPCI launched on-device biometric authentication for UPI payments using smartphone features like fingerprint or face unlock as an alternative to entering a UPI PIN.
• NPCI introduced Aadhaar-based face authentication for setting or resetting UPI PIN using UIDAI's facial verification.
• The on-device biometric authentication for UPI is optional, allowing users to opt in.

Core Natural Resources, Inc. has appointed its board chair, Jimmy Brock, to the additional role of chief executive officer, succeeding Paul A. Lang.

• Core Natural Resources, Inc. (NYSE: CNR) announced that its board of directors has appointed Jimmy Brock, the board chair, to the additional role of chief executive officer, effective immediately.
• Jimmy Brock succeeds Paul A. Lang as CEO, with Lang departing as CEO and board member.
• Paul A. Lang has agreed to provide transition consulting services to Core Natural Resources through the end of the year.

Solidion Technology Inc. has restructured its previous equity financing, eliminating potential dilution from warrants and derivative liabilities.

• Solidion Technology announced a strategic restructuring of its previous equity financing on October 8, 2025.
• The restructuring eliminates up to 3.4 million pre-funded warrants.
• The restructuring reduces potential dilution from warrants.

Landmark Group has announced leadership changes, with Shital Mehta taking on a broader mandate and Sumit Chandna appointed as CEO of Max Fashion India.

• Landmark Group announced leadership changes effective October 1, 2025, with Shital Mehta, Managing Director of Lifestyle International Private Limited, taking on a broader mandate leading additional businesses and group functions, and Sumit Chandna appointed as CEO of Max Fashion India.

Stellantis N.V. has announced new appointments to its Stellantis Leadership Team (SLT) as it pursues its path to recovery.

• Stellantis N.V. announced new appointments to its Stellantis Leadership Team (SLT) on October 8, 2025, ahead of its 2026 updated strategy presentation.
• Emanuele Cappellano is appointed Head of Enlarged Europe and European Brands, in addition to his current role leading Stellantis Pro One.
• Jean-Philippe Imparato will focus full-time on performance improvements at Maserati as CEO and Stellantis & You, reporting to Emanuele Cappellano.

The Campbell's Company has announced the appointment of Todd Cunfer as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.

• The Campbell’s Company announced the appointment of Todd Cunfer as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.
• Todd Cunfer succeeds Carrie Anderson, who is leaving the company to pursue new opportunities.
• Todd Cunfer served as Chief Financial Officer at Freshpet since 2022.

SoftBank Group Corp. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire ABB Ltd's robotics business for approximately $5.375 billion.

• SoftBank Group Corp. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire ABB Ltd's robotics business.
• The acquisition is for an enterprise value of $5.375 billion.
• The agreement was announced on October 8, 2025.

EvenUp secured $150 million in a Series E funding round, doubling its valuation to $2 billion.

• EvenUp raised $150 million in a Series E funding round.
• EvenUp develops AI-powered technology for personal injury law firms.
• EvenUp's valuation reached over $2 billion following the funding round, more than doubling from the previous valuation.

Meanwhile raised $82 million to expand its Bitcoin-denominated insurance products globally.

• Meanwhile raised $82 million in funding.
• Apollo participated in the funding round.
• Meanwhile offers Bitcoin-denominated life insurance, annuities, savings products, and insurance bonds.

AI2 Incubator closed an $80 million third fund to support early-stage AI startups.

• AI2 Incubator launched an $80 million fund to support early-stage AI startups

Jupiter Endovascular completed its Series B round.

• Jupiter Endovascular completed its Series B funding round.
• Jupiter Endovascular raised more than $40 million in its Series B round.
• Sonder Capital led Jupiter Endovascular's Series B funding round.

AeroRx Therapeutics secured $21 million in a Series A round.

• AeroRx Therapeutics raised $21 million in Series A funding.
• AeroRx Therapeutics develops therapies for chronic respiratory diseases, including COPD.
• AeroRx Therapeutics is based in La Jolla, CA.

ConCntric raised $10 million in a Series A funding round for its AI-powered preconstruction platform.

• ConCntric raised $10 million in a Series A funding round
• The funding is for ConCntric's AI-powered preconstruction platform
• The funding announcement was made on October 7, 2025

55 North announced the first close of its €300 million quantum technology fund, raising €134 million.

• 55 North is a new venture capital fund targeting €300 million to invest in quantum technologies.
• 55 North announced the first close of €134 million for its quantum technology fund.
• 55 North is based in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Race Rock acquired Spitzer Industries to form a national infrastructure and industrial services platform.

• Race Rock acquired Spitzer Industries.
• The acquisition of Spitzer Industries by Race Rock is intended to create a leading national infrastructure and industrial services platform.