WS Amati Global Innovation Fund, managed by a UK-based equity management firm from AMAti Global Investors, released its second quarter 2026 investor letter. A copy of the letter is available to download here. Financial market performance in the second quarter was dominated by geopolitical conflict and enthusiasm for AI. Significant investments across all elements of AI resulted in exceptional growth for related companies, ranging from chip producers to companies constructing data centres. The fund outperformed the MSCI ACWI benchmark due to its diversified exposure beyond headline AI firms, with semiconductor and equipment suppliers being major contributors. At the same time, software and IT services faced investor skepticism due to fears of automation despite long-term potential. The firm is confident in the innovation frontiers to capture long-term growth opportunities in automation, semiconductors, and advanced technologies. In addition, please check the Strategy's top five holdings to know its best picks in 2026.
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, WS Amati Global Innovation Fund highlighted Globant S.A. (NYSE:GLOB). Globant S.A. (NYSE:GLOB), a technology services company that provides digital transformation, AI, and software development solutions, detracted from the Fund's performance during the quarter. On July 24, 2026, Globant S.A. (NYSE:GLOB) closed at $31.30 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $1.35 billion. Globant S.A. (NYSE:GLOB) posted a one-month return of 9.72%, while its shares lost 64.62% over the past 52 weeks.
WS Amati Global Innovation Fund stated the following regarding Globant S.A. (NYSE:GLOB) in its Q2 2026 investor update:
"Although both companies weighed on performance, the largest single detractor was Globant S.A. (NYSE:GLOB), the US listed IT services and digital engineering business. It too was a casualty of the excessive extrapolation we believe investors are currently making and we have been gently adding on weakness to all three names."
Globant S.A. (NYSE:GLOB) is not on our list of 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds Heading Into 2026. According to our database, 25 hedge fund portfolios held Globant S.A. (NYSE:GLOB) at the end of the first quarter, compared to 33 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the potential of Globant S.A. (NYSE:GLOB) as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.

#fund #amati #global

Coming off a walkthrough on Monday, the New England Patriots turned the tempo and intensity up a notch on Tuesday. The two-hour session behind Gillette Stadium was the most competitive so far this training camp, and quite an eventful one.
To recap the action, please head over to the latest version of our Patriots training camp notebook. For who caught our eye, please keep reading.
WR Kayshon Boutte: Boutte continues to make big plays on a daily basis. On Tuesday, his biggest moment came when he caught a deep touchdown from Drake Maye during 11-on-11s. Lining up in his typical spot as an X-receiver, the fourth-year man was able to get a step on safety Kevin Byard on a go route and showed some tremendous ball tracking and concentration skills to complete the over-the-shoulder catch for a score of 40-plus yards.
It was not Boutte's only reception on the day. He also caught a throw from Maye over the middle during 7-on-7s and added pair of catches when backup Tommy DeVito targeted him on out routes. It was an active day for a player who, through four practices, has been New England's most impactful wide receiver.
QB Drake Maye: The Patriots' quarterback started a bit slowly and his connection with A.J. Brown remains a work in progress, but he overall had a good day — an encouraging development after struggling with accuracy during the last full-speed practice on Sunday. Maye got into a rhythm during 11-on-11s, finding Boutte on his long touchdowns and also connecting with Hunter Henry and Rhamondre Stevenson for long completions.

#maye #Patriots #boutte #please

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Seahawks fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.
The Seattle Seahawks don't have a starting quarterback debate right now. What a relief to finally say that after enduring "Geno Smith vs. Drew Lock and "Can Sam Howell be the guy?" in those first three post-Russell Wilson seasons. This is Sam Darnold's team until further notice.
But this week's Seahawks Reacts survey question and poll is all about second-year quarterback Jalen Milroe, whose rookie season intrigue fizzled out by Week 5 after an ill-fated option play led to a turnover. The former Alabama star was restricted to third-team offense throughout training camp and preseason, slotting in as the third-string quarterback behind Darnold and Drew Lock.
Sam Darnold's continued success lessens the quarterback worries for now, but it's still fair to wonder how Milroe's development will come along. Is he somehow going to make enough strides to be QB2 over veteran Drew Lock and his expiring contract? Or will he once again be QB3 and subject to some healthy scratches? Could he be QB3 but still feature in the offense more often? Worst case scenario (for him): Is his Seahawks tenure already in jeopardy?
Vote in the poll below! What lies ahead for Milroe entering Week 1? Note that "starting QB" is not an option because we live in the real world and it would take extraordinary circumstances for him to earn the starting spot this year.

#lock #fans #year #milroe

Through the summer, we will be counting down the Jets roster player by player. We continue the series by discussing Anez Cooper.
Name: Anez Cooper
Number: 72
Year With Jets: 1st
Projected Role: Developmental guard

#cooper #year #projected #developmental

It wasn't that long ago that Denzel Mims was a more highly-regarded WR prospect than George Pickens. Their careers have gone very different directions, with Pickens playing 2026 on the franchise tag and Mims coming off a two-year stint in the UFL. While likely not to the same degree, can the Cowboys help Mims' career as they did Pickens' last year?
Years in NFL: 4*
Acquired by: Free agency (2026)
Mims was a second-round pick by the Jets in 2020, part of a loaded WR class that included CeeDee Lamb, Justin Jefferson, Brandon Aiyuk, Jerry Jeudy, and several others who've found steady, contributing roles in the NFL. But on top of entering the league during COVID, which that entire class had to overcome, Mims also missed most of his rookie training camp to injury. He didn't play until Week 7, but still had what ended up being his most productive season with 23 catches for 357 yards in nine games.
In Mims' second season, the Jets went from offensive-minded head coach Adam Gase to Robert Saleh, who brought in Matt LaFleur as a new offensive coordinator. This regime change, plus his own issues, hurt Mims' development and footing with the team. He went from eight starts as a rookie to just three in 2021. Mims requested a trade ahead of the 2022 seasons but was denied, and again was limited to a minor role in the WR rotation.
The Jets did finally trade him away in the 2023 offseason to the Lions, but he was waived/injured by Detroit midway through the preseason. He spent about two months on the Steelers' practice squad but didn't make it to their training camp the following year. The Jaguars gave him a look during their camp in 2024, but released him before final cuts.

#second

The Philadelphia Eagles are back together, and preparations for the 2026 season have officially begun.
Players reported to the Jefferson Health Training Complex on Tuesday for the opening of training camp. The Eagles' social media team released photos and a video offering fans their first look at the team's arrival. Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley and DeVonta Smith were among the offensive stars shown entering the facility. Lane Johnson, Jordan Mailata, Tank Bigsby, Will Shipley and Andy Dalton were also included in the team's arrival gallery.
The defensive group featured Jalen Carter, Cooper DeJean, Nolan Smith, Marcus Epps, Moro Ojomo and offseason addition Riq Woolen. Carter reported on the same day Philadelphia announced his four-year extension through the 2031 season, providing another significant development as camp opened.
The arrivals also offered an early glimpse at newcomers preparing for their first training camp with Philadelphia, and were buoyed by Jalen Carter's historic contract extension. Saquon Barkley, Jake Elliott, Hurts, Andy Dalton and Cooper DeJean were among the players photographed entering the facility.
Reporting day marks the transition from offseason projection to on-field evaluation. The Eagles must begin installing Sean Mannion's offense while determining how the receiving targets will be distributed around Smith. Philadelphia also has competitions to resolve throughout the secondary and at several depth positions.

#Eagles

The latest Brotherhood Podcast is out, and this time, Cayden Boozer interviews new ***** istant KJ Conklin.
He talks about his path to Duke, which includes some interesting stops before he got to the San Antonio Spurs, where he worked as ***** istant coach and director of player development for the Austin Spurs, their NBA G League affiliate. Here's a bit of what he had to say about his path and what he's learned:
"I think every, I think the biggest lesson I've learned is is everywhere I've went, I've made very meaningful relationships. And most of all, and it's what I really appreciate about this place is the people make the place.
I mean, we obviously here, we're extremely fortunate with the things we get on the day to day. And then we get to, I've experienced a lot of things as a part of the Duke brand and the standard that we have here. But the people and the meaningful relationships that you make along the way is what you remember the most."
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Sarepta Therapeutics has found the leader it hopes can engineer a desperately needed turnaround.
The company on Monday announced that Michael Severino, an executive with leadership experience at startups as well as large drugmakers, will become its next CEO effective July 28. He'll replace longtime leader Doug Ingram, who in February announced plans to retire after a tumultuous run.
Severino has been working in the biopharmaceutical industry for more than two decades, including stops at AbbVie and Amgen. At AbbVie, Severino helped bring to market multiple drugs for psoriasis, arthritis, cancer and hepatitis C. At Amgen, he oversaw research and development as the company's senior vice president of development and corporate chief medical officer.
In 2022, Severino left AbbVie to run Tessera Therapeutics, a buzzy "gene writing" startup backed by Flagship Pioneering. Tessera recently brought its first drug prospect, a gene editing treatment for alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, into clinical testing. Last week, Tessera announced that Severino had joined a "commercial stage" biotech company and that former Merck & Co. executive Joseph Romanelli would serve as its next leader.

#abbvie #tessera #biopharma #amgen

Micron Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:MU) stock gained by more than 3% during Monday's premarket session as risk appetite improves alongside a firm overnight tape. Nasdaq futures are up 1.57% while S&P 500 futures have gained 0.93%.
The broader market rally coincided with a major development in the global memory-chip industry that could reshape long-term competitive dynamics.
ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT), China's leading DRAM maker, made a blockbuster stock market debut that underscores Beijing's push to build a domestic memory champion.
While the listing highlights rising competition in commodity memory, ***** ysts believe Micron remains well positioned in the faster-growing AI memory market.
CXMT raised 57.92 billion yuan, or $8.55 billion, after pricing its IPO at 8.66 yuan per share. The stock surged more than 531% to about 54.60 yuan, valuing the DRAM maker at roughly 3.68 trillion yuan and making it China's most valuable listed company.

#memory

Boston Celtics big man Neemias Queta will be suiting up for his Portuguese National Team in FIBA World Cup play this summer in the qualifier window games set to go down in Europe, according to new reporting from Eurohoops Dot Net contributor Stefan Acevski.
Per the Eurohoops Dot Net reporter, Portugal finished their slate of games in the initial phase of the qualifier games with an overall record of 3-3, and is now waiting for the start of the second round of FIBA World Cup qualifying play. In the first segment of that play, they will take on the Spanish National Team on August 28 and play host to the Georgian National Team this August 31.
"The roster of 16 players for these matches has now been announced, with the standout name being Neemias Queta, who recently extended his contract," adds Acevski.
Coming off a season that saw the Lisbon native have the best regular season of his NBA career to date, only to stumble in postseason play, more high-leverage action for Queta ahead of Boston's looming 2026-27 regular season can only help his development.
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#season #eurohoops

Former Carolina Panthers star Luke Kuechly is set for a new sports media role heading into the 2026 NFL season.
The retired All-Pro linebacker figures to appear on phone and television screens this fall after reportedly landing a high-profile commentating gig. However, Kuechly's role doesn't appear to have him covering NFL games every week.
MORE: Philadelphia Eagles, Jalen Carter reach historic NFL contract extension
The Athletic's Andrew Marchand reports that Kuechly is set to become the lead **** yst for Netflix's gameday NFL coverage. This comes as a massive development nearly a week before Kuechly is inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
The 36 year old earns his 2026 Hall of Fame induction on Aug. 8 in Canton, Ohio alongside a star-studded group. Kuechly is joined by Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald, Adam Vinatieri and Roger Craig.

#role #appear #former #panthers

Local backlash and reliability concerns are challenging the vision of an AI boom built quickly using large off-grid data centers.
Why it matters: If giant projects stumble, trillions of dollars in AI investment and the industry's plans to rapidly expand data centers could be at risk.
The big picture: In an effort to speed AI development, some companies are building data centers powered mainly by onsite generation rather than waiting years to connect to the electric grid.
There are 59 data centers with a combined capacity of about 90 gigawatts that plan to build their own power "behind-the-meter" using sources like gas turbines, generators and fuel cells, according to a report from research firm Cleanview.
A smaller subset is trying to run large campuses mostly on behind-the-meter power as a way to move more quickly than the local utility and the grid can.

#centers #large #power

Liverpool's planning at centre-back has taken an uncomfortable turn after Joe Gomez suffered an injury in the pre-season friendly against Sunderland, a development that further narrows Andoni Iraola's options before the new season begins.
As reported by BBC Sport, Gomez went off after only eight minutes and was then absent from training in Chicago on Sunday. There is still no confirmed timescale on the issue, but the immediate picture is clear enough. Liverpool are short in a key area of the pitch, and that shortage is sharpening the focus on both recruitment planning and existing contingency measures.
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At present, Virgil van Dijk stands as the only fit senior centre-back available. For a side preparing for another demanding campaign, that is far from ideal. Van Dijk's status as captain and defensive leader remains central, but relying so heavily on one established figure at this stage of pre-season leaves little margin for error.
The problem has been compounded by the unavailability of summer arrivals Jeremy Jacquet and Giovanni Leoni. Jacquet's issue is understood to be minor, yet the timing leaves Iraola with an undeniably thin group in central defence. It is the sort of situation clubs prefer to avoid in July and August, because even short absences can disrupt rhythm, partnerships and tactical work.

#season #centre #short

Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:META, XETRA:FB2A, SIX:FB) and BlackRock Inc (NYSE:BLK) have formed a joint venture to develop and operate a large-scale artificial intelligence data center campus in El Paso, Texas, as Meta looks to expand the infrastructure supporting its AI ambitions.
The venture will develop and own the data center campus, which is currently under construction and is expected to provide 1 gigawatt of compute capacity when it begins coming online in 2028. The project represents a total development cost of approximately $14 billion, including buildings and long-lived power, cooling and connectivity infrastructure.
Under the agreement, funds managed by BlackRock will own an 80% interest in the venture, while Meta will retain a 20% stake. The companies will fund their respective portions of the development costs, with BlackRock making an initial cash contribution of approximately $4.9 billion and Meta contributing land and construction-in-progress ****** ets valued at about $2.3 billion.
Meta will lease the entire campus from the venture and will remain the sole occupant upon completion. The company will provide construction management, administrative and property management services for the facility.
Meta founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg wrote that the partnership would allow the company to scale its AI infrastructure efforts more quickly.

#meta #venture #scale #data

Cecilia Cavallin has renewed her contract with Juventus until 2029, and will spend the 2026/27 season on loan with Parma.
The 21-year-old forward joined Juventus in January 2025, and spent the remainder of that 2024/25 campaign on loan with H&D Chievo Women.
In 2025/26, she continued her development with another loan spell at Bologna, and she will return to Emilia-Romagna for another year, though this time in Serie A Women with Parma.
Good luck for the season to come, Cecilia!

#women #year #january

Caleb Williams has quickly emerged as a clutch quarterback after one special season with the Chicago Bears. That trait has carried him into elite NFL quarterback territory. Yet there is still much more room for him to grow.
In a recent article, Mike Pendleton takes a look at Caleb Williams' game following his special 2025 season. Here is what he had to say:
"One of the biggest impressions that Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams made during his standout sophomore campaign was his clutch performance, earning himself the nickname of "The Iceman" as he captivated the NFL audience and ***** ysts alike.
Williams, who orchestrated an NFL record seven comebacks for the Bears last season, still has shown there are areas in which he needs to progress his development and going into his second year under Ben Johnson. If he can make those leaps, he'll continue to turn heads."
Caleb Williams will be feared in games late by opponents because of the rare clutch gene he has. If he takes another step in improving his all-around game as a quarterback, the Bears will have something truly special on their hands. Caleb Williams' clutch ability saves all of his weaknesses, and that was evident in many games last season. As not attainable as 6 game-winning drives seems, Caleb Williams will need to improve so another trait of his can be the reason the Bears win games. If Caleb can do that, the Bears will be able to withstand anything with Williams at the helm, and Williams will be viewed in a totally different regard.

#bears #quarterback

The final few weeks of the summer transfer window will be busy for Real Madrid, with signings and exits expected. In terms of incomings, Yan Diomande and Rodri are wanted, while there are several first team players that have been earmarked as candidates to leave before the end of next month.
Raul Asencio, Eduardo Camavinga and Franco Mastantuono (loan) are players that Real Madrid want to move on, while they could also be convinced to sell Gonzalo Garcia amid strong interest from Alvaro Arbeloa's Fulham. The La Fabrica graduate would bring in much-needed funds in the event that Diomande and Rodri are signed, although head coach Jose Mourinho would prefer him to remain at the Bernabeu.
Mourinho considers Gonzalo to be a differential option in attack. He's the closest thing that Real Madrid have to a target forward, and if the decision is eventually made for him to stay, it could mean that a different attacking player departs in his place.
That player could be Endrick. Despite reports earlier in the summer that Mourinho wanted to keep the Brazil international in his squad for the 2026-27 season, Marca have reported that Real Madrid are now considering whether to loan him out again.
Real Madrid see Endrick as one of their biggest stars for the future, but right now, his chances of regular playing time look slim – especially if Diomande joins, as expected. There are fears that his development will be stunted if he does not feature prominently, which is why club bosses are considering whether to send him on loan for the second successive transfer window.

#diomande #endrick #transfer

According to Ferran Correas of SPORT, FC Barcelona have placed their full trust in the development of teenage midfield prodigy Guille Fernandez, with the club's sporting department mapping out a specific, multi-stage blueprint to secure his long-term future at the club.
The Blaugrana sporting department is working intensively to conclude a comprehensive contract renewal for the 18-year-old midfielder before actively sanctioning a temporary loan move to guarantee him regular first-team minutes.
The decision to prioritise Guille's contract extension reflects the immense regard in which he is held by the technical staff.
Having progressed rapidly through the ranks of La Masia, the midfielder made waves across Spanish football by breaking several long-standing youth records, including eclipsing Lamine Yamal to become the youngest debutant in Barça Atletic history at just 15 years and 9 months.
Guille Fernandez (R) is rated highly at Barcelona. (Photo courtesy: X/FCBarcelonaB)

#Barcelona #fernandez #midfielder

Roda JC Kerkrade has announced the signing of highly-rated 1.FC Köln talent Funny Schenten ahead of the 2026-27 season.
The 18-year-old striker joins the second-division Netherlands club on a one-year loan to continue his development.
Despite making 7 appearances in the Bundesliga off the bench last season, Köln know Schenten requires more game time.
After the deal was agreed, Kerkrade's technical director Rob Servais is delighted that Schenten will now be playing for his club:
"Fynn is a talented attacker who comes from an excellent football academy.

#schenten #year #roda #netherlands

On Sunday, we discussed the potential of the 2026 Detroit Lions offense. Almost everyone agrees that it will be a top-10 unit in the NFL this season, and per the poll we ran on this site, 90 percent of our audience believes the Lions will have a top-five offense.
I'm guessing Lions fans will be a little less optimistic about the other side of the ball.
The Lions defense has been an issue for most years under Dan Campbell. While they've been able to add some blue chip players like Aidan Hutchinson, Jack Campbell, Kerby Joseph, and Brian Branch, the unit hasn't been able to put together a full season of strong play. Sometimes, it's been injuries. Other times, it feels like Detroit is being overcoached. Certainly the lack of a pass rush has been culpable at times. Regardless of the reasoning, the defense has regularly let the Lions down.
But could 2026 bring some extra hope? Detroit finally invested in their defensive line, and the players along that front are entering training camp healthier than ever. Additionally, Detroit has fortified their depth at linebacker and safety. And young players like Tyleik Williams, Jack Campbell, and Ennis Rakestraw could elevate their games and jump in their development.
That said, there are huge questions about health and starters in the secondary, and Detroit still needs to show they can account and adjust to the losses of DJ Reader, Roy Lopez, Al-Quadin Muhammad, Alex Anzalone, and Amik Robertson. And defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard has a lot to prove in his second season at that position.

#detroit #players #offense

Tottenham Hotspur say they are "disappointed" by a high court decision to block plans for their new women's and girls' training centre.
The judge ruled that councillors were "misled" and said Enfield Council's decision to approve the plans "could well have been different" had all the relevant information been available.
"We are disappointed by today's High Court judgment concerning the planning permission for our proposed Women's and Girls' Training Centre at Whitewebbs.
"The court's decision concerns the legal process followed by Enfield Council in granting planning permission, rather than the planning merits of the proposed development itself.
"We continue to believe the proposals would deliver significant benefits for Enfield by safeguarding Whitewebbs as a green ***** e, improving access to nature, restoring important heritage ***** ets, creating new facilities for local residents, community groups and sports clubs whilst delivering a lasting legacy for women's and girls' sport.

#girls #court

Hey Commanders fans, what do you know about Robert Henry Jr?
With the Washington Commanders rookies having already reported for the 2026 training camp, let's learn about Henry. Initially, it is perfectly understandable if no one in the Commanders fan base knew of Henry in his first two years of college. You see, he played for Jones College in Ellisville, Mississippi, a junior college in 2021 and 2022. Henry then transferred, finding a new football home at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA).
Playing at UTSA from 2023-2025, Henry blossomed in his senior season, accumulating 1,045 rushing yards and nine touchdowns on 151 carries, averaging 6.9 yards per attempt. One of the things that Commanders scouts no doubt noticed about Henry was his development in his ability to break off an explosive run for big yardage. Henry produced five rushes of 70-plus yards in 2025. This was not only the best, but was three more than any other FBS player. Henry was named a first-team All-American Athletic Conference and was a Doak Walker Award semifinalist.
Standing 5-foot-9, weighing 196 pounds, Henry is not exactly Derrick Henry in stature. This is another reason Henry went undrafted in April's 2026 NFL Draft. When the seventh and final draft rounds had concluded, there was Henry still available, and the Commanders ****** ed him, signing him to an undrafted free agent deal.
The Commanders' running back room has Jacory Croskey-Merritt "Bill" and Jeremy McNichols returning from the 2025 team. Chris Rodriguez departed, signing with the Jacksonville Jaguars as a free agent. Offseason additions have included signing free agents Rachaad White and Jerome Ford. The draft brought Kaytron Allen from Penn State in the sixth round.

#henry #utsa

Teenage striker Fynn Schenten of 1. FC Köln is set to continue his development in the Netherlands with Roda JC Kerkrade. As previously reported, the season-long loan contains no purchase option, reflecting Köln's belief that the 18-year-old remains a long-term first-team prospect. Schenten joined the club at the age of eight and progressed through every academy level at the Geißbockheim before helping Köln win the German under-19 championship.
He signed a professional contract through 2030 in January and has already made seven Bundesliga appearances. The move should provide regular senior minutes before Schenten returns to challenge for a permanent place in Köln's attack.
Raised in Bonn, Schenten joined Köln's academy at eight and progressed through every youth team. Last season, he scored six goals in five UEFA Youth League matches, including against Inter Milan before a record sellout crowd at the RheinEnergieStadion. In the Köln senior team, he made one start last October.
"One of our goals is to integrate as many players as possible from the FC Academy into the professional team," Köln technical director Lukas Berg noted in a club statement. "Fynn already made this leap on a few occasions last season and showed his potential. We discussed this plan with him early on. In Roda Kerkrade, we've found a suitable club where he'll be close to home, yet still have the opportunity to take the next steps in his development."
"I got a taste of [the Kölner experience] last season," Schenten himself noted. "Playing with the pros—and especially at the RheinEnergieStadion—was a first step, but of course I want to establish myself at this level permanently. I know I still have some ground to cover in my development to get there. I'm 100 percent committed to taking on this challenge in Kerkrade and then returning to Geißbockheim a year from now, stronger than ever."

#schenten #kerkrade #club

As we gear up for the 2026 football season, Aggies Wire is breaking down nearly every player on the Texas A&M roster. Throughout the preseason, each profile will highlight a player's background, recruiting rankings out of high school, and projected role under head coach Mike Elko.
Texas A&M's run defense left plenty to be desired at times last season, and just as Elko made it a priority to overhaul the secondary with length and speed, he approached the linebacker room with the same intentionality. The staff has done a strong job building a youthful foundation, but they needed a veteran presence who could step in and stabilize the unit immediately. Enter senior Tulsa transfer Ray Coney.
Coney's importance grew even further once projected starter Daymion Sanford suffered a lower‑body injury during the Maroon & White Spring Game, sidelining him for an unspecified portion of the 2026 campaign. In his lone season at Tulsa, Coney was one of the most productive linebackers in the American Conference, recording 129 tackles, 7.5 tackles for loss, two sacks, and a forced fumble. His breakout year earned him 2025 American All‑Conference First Team honors, 2025 Phil Steele's American Conference First Team recognition, and a spot on the 2025 East‑West Shrine Bowl 1000 Watch List.
There's real optimism inside the program about what Coney can become in Elko's system, and the Aggies will need that development to materialize quickly as they search for his running mate until Sanford returns to the lineup.
Hometown: Fairfield, Ohio

#coney #season #texas

Celent has released a new report, entitled AI Everywhere for Value. Authored by senior ******* yst Alenka Grealish, the report concludes that the future of banking belongs to those who see AI and other digital capabilities as foundational for meaningful, intelligent engagement for both customers and employees.
Generative AI isn't a distant vision—it's already scaled and working inside US retail banks, powering more productive employees and richer, faster, and more personalised customer journeys.
Celent dives into several case studies that demonstrate real value being delivered among a global set of financial institutions, and we distil our observations into a set of actionable findings. Banks exploring their options for AI investment and business case development will find this flash report highly informative.
Empowering employees with AI capabilities at scale
Extending value levers beyond efficiency/productivity to revenues
Bank case studies that evidence ******* ulative value, and

#value #case #everywhere

Ardagh Group has reported a 16% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions at its metal packaging business since 2020, according to the company's 2025 Sustainability Report.
The document covers the group's two operating units, Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP) and Ardagh Glass Packaging (AGP), and sets out developments in environmental, social and governance measures.
In its climate data, AMP recorded a 16% decline in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, as well as an 18% fall in Scope 3 emissions since 2020.
AGP posted a 17% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and an 11% reduction in Scope 3 emissions over the same period.
Renewable power represented 47% of AMP's electricity consumption and 25% of AGP's electricity consumption.

#ardagh #reduction #since #electricity

Honda Motor and Nissan Motor plan to collaborate in the development of a new software operating system (OS) for their next-generation vehicles, as the two ****** anese automakers look to cut vehicle development and production costs amid intensifying global competition, according to local reports citing a source familiar with the matter.
As the automotive industry moves towards software-defined vehicles (SDVs), software and electronic hardware account for an increasing proportion of the cost of a vehicle, as advanced driver ****** istance systems (ADAS), autonomous driving, connected technologies, and AI ****** istants become core features in next-generation vehicles.
Nissan and Honda, which pulled back from a full merger in early 2025, have been discussing collaboration in a number of areas, including SDVs, and EV batteries and powertrain components.
These latest reports suggest that a new OS, which serves as the brain of a vehicle, will be developed based on Nissan's existing OS. The two companies also plan to share key electronic hardware, including electronic control units (ECUs), with a formal agreement expected to be announced next month.
The decision to standardise software and electronic hardware was apparently made following recent progress in preliminary joint development.

#software #development #vehicles #hardware

Liverpool's pursuit of Bradley Barcola continues to gather momentum, with fresh developments suggesting the Paris Saint Germain forward has become the club's leading attacking target.
During the latest Media Matters podcast on Anfield Index, host Dave Davis was joined by Daily Mail journalist Lewis Steele to discuss Liverpool's summer recruitment. While several attacking names were mentioned, the conversation repeatedly returned to Barcola and the belief that negotiations are beginning to move into a significant phase.
Steele's insight painted a picture of a transfer that still has obstacles to overcome, but one that Liverpool are working hard to make happen.
Dave Davis opened the discussion by highlighting the latest reports surrounding the PSG winger, noting that Barcola had informed the French champions he would not sign a new contract.
He also referenced Fabrizio Romano's update that the player is "very open and keen on Liverpool", while stressing that any breakthrough would still require patience.

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Eintracht Frankfurt's previously reported signing of Brazilian centre back Otávio has been officially confirmed. Almost all reliable German footballing media sources confirm that the Bundesliga club has paid €4.5m to secure the 20-year-old's services. Otávio's new contract in Hessen runs through 2031. The new signing shall receive a chance to work directly ahead of his countryman Kaua Santos, who currently competes with Michael Zetterer for the No. 1 slot in goal.
"With Otávio, we're bringing in a young and highly talented center back with a lot of potential for development," SGE sporting director Timmo Hrdung noted in a club statement. "He's left-footed, tall, athletic, and fast, and combines that with a strong defensive mindset—something we specifically want to strengthen in our squad. We're convinced that he'll enjoy plenty of success here at Eintracht."
"Joining a club with such a rich tradition – one that regularly competes in major tournaments – is a dream come true and a very important step in my career," the player himself added. "I'd like to thank everyone who believes in me and has been part of my journey so far. Now a new challenge begins. I arrive with a strong determination and am ready for this challenge."
GGFN | Peter Weis

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Max Eberl and Bayern Munich have been busy in the summer transfer window through the FIFA World Cup season. As part of the changes to the squad, Bara Sapoko Ndiaye is set to be signed on a long term deal with the club. The Senegalese midfielder is expected to replace out the outgoing veteran and **** tuple champion Leon Goretzka.
Ndiaye had earned his favor from Vincent Kompany and got several opportunities with the first team in the second half of the season. Albeit not as risk taking as the sensational Lennart Karl, Ndiaye proved to be a robust midfielder who could hold his own against high pressing opponents. His awareness, technical skill and physical resilience saw him shuffle the ball smoothly at the back or find an occasional through ball. His one touch short passing is a special highlight of his composure.
Per Kicker's reporter Frank Linkesch, Ndiaye will be behind Joshua Kimmich, Aleksander Pavlović and Tom Bischof in the midfield order. Considering his age and experience, this is a very valuable position for his development. The full details are captured by iMiaSanMia below:
Despite their partnership, money was an important factor in the talks between Bayern and Gambinos Stars over Bara Sapoko Ndiaye. Bayern will pay a fee 'significantly under' €5m for the Senegalese international. Bara will take Leon Goretzka's spot in the squad and will be behind Kimmich, Pavlović and Bischof in the pecking order. Bara is highly rated at the club and was also part of the reason Noël Aséko was sold to Frankfurt. He will begin pre-season training with Bayern in the coming days.
Formed in 2023, Bayern Munich tied up with LAFC to form Red&Gold Football, a joint venture to scout and aid in the development of talents from across the globe. Ndiaye's parent club Gambino Stars a renowned football academy became a partner of the joint venture. Per LAFC, the aim of the partnership is "to provide the top players of The Gambia and other West African nations with a controlled, self-determined path to the top European leagues as well as Major League Soccer (USA)."

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