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Blockchain.com & Ondo Finance Launch Onchain Tokenized U.S. Stocks Across Europe

In partnership with Ondo Global Markets, NYSE-listed equities and ETFs are now accessible to millions of eligible users across Europe directly via the Blockchain.com wallet

LONDON and NEW YORK, Feb. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Blockchain.com and Ondo Finance today announced an expansion of their partnership to offer real-world assets (RWAs) onchain to the European market. Eligible users across Europe can now gain direct access to regulated, tokenized U.S. stocks and ETFs seamlessly within the Blockchain.com DeFi wallet.

Last year, through its DeFi wallet, Blockchain.com and Ondo Global Markets introduced over 200 tokenized stocks and ETFs to users in Africa and South America, offering onchain exposure to some of the most recognizable companies.

“By bringing U.S. equities onchain for our European users, we are providing self-custody solutions through our DeFi wallet that are faster, more efficient and completely self-owned that remain unmatched by traditional banks,” said Peter Smith, CEO, Founder and Executive Chairman at Blockchain.com. “Building on our momentum in Africa and South America through this partnership with Ondo, we are making a more inclusive and secure financial system a reality for millions across Europe and beyond.”

Since its launch in September 2025, Ondo Global Markets has seen explosive growth, reflecting the surging demand for institutional-grade assets on the blockchain. With a total value locked (TVL) surpassing $556 million and trading volume exceeding $8.7 billion, the platform is a dominant force in the Real World Asset (RWA) sector.

“Extending availability to users across the EEA through the Blockchain.com DeFi wallet allows Ondo tokenized stocks and ETFs to reach a previously unavailable segment of the platform’s global user base,” said Ian De Bode, President at Ondo Finance. “We look forward to seeing how this expansion supports adoption as we continue to drive tokenization across global markets.”

This announcement marks a significant shift for European investors who can now access institutional-grade assets with the ease of a digital wallet, including:

  • Users across 30 EEA states can now buy, sell, and hold over 200 tokenized U.S. stocks and ETFs via the DeFi wallet.
  • Assets are managed directly within the familiar Blockchain.com Wallet interface, removing the friction of traditional brokerage accounts.
  • Amid strong performance in precious metals markets, Ondo Global markets offers onchain access to tokenized precious metals ETFs, including SLVon (Silver) and IAUon (Gold), enabling commodities exposure within its existing tokenized ETF lineup.

About Blockchain.com
Blockchain.com is connecting the world to the future of finance. The global leader in crypto services helping millions across the globe safely access cryptocurrency. Since its inception in 2011, Blockchain.com has earned the trust of more than 90 million wallets and over 40 million verified users, and has facilitated over $1.2 trillion in crypto transactions. Visit Blockchain.com for more information.

About Ondo Finance:
Ondo Finance is a blockchain-based platform focused on tokenizing real-world assets and bringing institutional-quality financial products on-chain. By bridging traditional finance and decentralized infrastructure, Ondo aims to make capital markets more accessible, transparent, and efficient.

Media Contact: press@blockchain.com

Role of CathWorks FFRangio for the Assessment of Coronary Artery Disease Now Reinforced by SCAI Expert Opinion

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Feb. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CathWorks, a global leader in digital health innovations, announced that the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions (SCAI) published an expert opinion discussing the expanding role of angiography-derived physiology (ADP), a wire-free method for coronary physiologic assessment. By applying different principles, in some cases in conjunction with artificial intelligence (AI), ADP provides physiologic insights from routine angiograms, representing a paradigm shift in the catheterization lab.

Role of CathWorks FFRangio for the Assessment of Coronary Artery Disease Now Reinforced by SCAI Expert Opinion
Role of CathWorks FFRangio for the Assessment of Coronary Artery Disease Now Reinforced by SCAI Expert Opinion

The expert opinion focused on the technological differences between current FDA-approved ADP technologies and their peer-reviewed validation and outcomes studies. The CathWorks FFRangio® System is a unique ADP that combines AI and advanced computational science to obtain physiologic information from three routine angiograms leveraging a resistance-based computational approach. “FFRangio is the only technology that provides multivessel FFR values across the entire coronary tree, including side branches. It also offers a simulated pullback to differentiate functional disease and supports PCI planning, which is more limited in other systems,” as stated in the expert opinion.

CathWorks FFRangio has demonstrated excellent diagnostic accuracy and promising clinical outcomes while eliminating the drawbacks associated with traditional physiology including the need for an invasive pressure wire, anticoagulation or hyperemic agents. In a pooled analysis of five prospective studies including the FAST-FFR pivotal study, CathWorks FFRangio demonstrated an excellent diagnostic accuracy of 93%.1 CathWorks FFRangio has also shown comparable one-year major adverse cardiac event (MACE) rates to invasive FFR in both real-world registries2-3 and the PROVISION randomized controlled trial (RCT) that included 400 patients.4

The SCAI expert opinion clearly outlines that ADP systems vary widely between imaging requirements, workflow integration and computational approaches and that clinical data should be interpreted in the context of platform-specific validation. The published document highlights that CathWorks FFRangio is the only FDA-approved ADP platform that:

  • Provides comprehensive multi-vessel coronary physiology and a suite of PCI planning tools
  • Demonstrated excellent diagnostic accuracy consistently across multiple peer-reviewed validation studies1
  • Showed comparable clinical outcomes to invasive FFR at one year in both real-world registries2-3 and a RCT4

“With the rapidly expanding clinical evidence base for CathWorks FFRangio, we look forward to the U.S. and European guidelines incorporating peer-reviewed evidence-based technology specific recommendations that will broaden adoption of physiology overall, ultimately optimizing procedural decision-making and improving patient outcomes,” said Ramin Mousavi, President and CEO of CathWorks.

ARTICLE URL: https://www.jscai.org/article/S2772-9303(25)01602-3/fulltext

  1. Witberg G et al. Diagnostic performance of angiogram-derived fractional flow reserve: a pooled analysis of 5 retrospective cohort studies. J Am Coll Cardiol Intv. 2020;13(4):488-97.
  2. Witberg G et al. Mid-term clinical outcomes of FFRangio guided treatment for coronary artery disease: insights from an international multicentre registry. Cardiovasc Revasc Med. 2026;23:S1533-8389(26)00013-8.
  3. Sara JDS et al. Clinical implementation of FFRangio for resvascularization guidance: multicenter U.S. experience, as presented at TCT 2025.
  4. Tanigaki T et al. Prospective randomized clinical outcomes of angiography-based fractional flow reserve guidance versus wire-based fractional flow reserve, PROVISION Trial, as presented at EuroPCR 2025. UMIN clinical registry ID: UMIN000049230.

ABOUT CATHWORKS

CathWorks is the leader in digital health innovations that can improve the lives of patients globally. The CathWorks FFRangio® System combines artificial intelligence and advanced computational science, transforming how cardiovascular disease is diagnosed and treated. The FFRangio System obtains physiologic information from routine angiograms, eliminating the need for drug stimulation and invasive pressure wires. It provides physicians with quick and reliable intraprocedural FFRangio values for the entire coronary tree. For more information on CathWorks, visit www.cath.works and follow @CathWorks on LinkedIn

Investors:
Mike Feher
mike.feher@cath.works

Media:
Sarita Monico
sarita.monico@cath.works

 

 

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We are advised by EverMind that journalists and other readers should disregard the news release, End the Agentic Amnesia: EverMind Launches EverMemOS Cloud and Kicks Off “Memory Genesis 2026” Global Developer Hackathon Supported by OpenAI, issued 03-Feb-2026 over PR Newswire.

TECNIMONT (MAIRE) AND BAKER HUGHES TO COLLABORATE ON LNG INITIATIVES GLOBALLY

  • Memorandum of Understanding signed to collaborate on prospective modularized, scalable LNG projects

MILAN, Feb. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — MAIRE (MAIRE.MI) announces that TECNIMONT (Integrated E&C Solutions) and Baker Hughes, an energy technology company, have signed a non-exclusive Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore cooperation opportunities on prospective modularized, scalable liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects worldwide.

MAIRE
MAIRE

Under the MoU, the two companies will jointly evaluate participation in some future LNG tenders that incorporate Baker Hughes’ NMBL™ LNG modular solution for liquefaction projects. The agreement provides a structured framework to assess project requirements, scopes of work, and determine the most suitable cooperation model.

This coordinated approach to provide next‑generation LNG solutions builds on TECNIMONT’s long‑standing expertise in executing complex EPC projects across the energy value chain and Baker Hughes’s advanced solutions for gas liquefaction and power generation.

In a global context where LNG continues to play a central role in the energy scenario, displacing coal and providing a lower carbon energy source, modular and scalable solutions are expected to become increasingly important, providing flexibility and faster time to market. The collaboration aims to respond to growing demand for flexible, efficient, and lower‑carbon LNG infrastructure that supports both energy security and decarbonization pathways.

Alessandro Bernini, CEO of MAIRE, commented: This agreement represents another important step in our strategy to support the evolution of global gas value chains with high‑efficiency, modular solutions. By combining Tecnimont’s EPC leadership with Baker Hughes’ cutting‑edge liquefaction solutions, we are positioning ourselves to meet growing demand for flexible LNG capacity that supports security of supply and a more sustainable energy system”.

MAIRE S.p.A. is a leading technology and engineering group focused on advancing the Energy Transition. We provide Integrated E&C Solutions for the downstream market and Sustainable Technology Solutions through three business lines: Sustainable Fertilizers & Nitrogen-Based Fuels, Low-Carbon Energy Vectors, and Circular Solutions. With operations across 50 countries, MAIRE employs approximately 10,500 people, supported by around 50,000 professionals involved in its projects worldwide. MAIRE is listed on the Milan Stock Exchange (ticker “MAIRE”). For further information: www.groupmaire.com.

President of Latvia Visits Delska’s New Data Center – One of the Most Sustainable in the Baltics

RIGA, Latvia, Feb. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The President of Latvia, Edgars Rinkevics, visited Delska’s commissioned 10 MW data center in Riga on February 3, ahead of its official launch. Delska CEO Andris Gailitis and CTO Rihards Kaletovs presented the facility and discussed its role in supporting artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) workloads, as well as European digital sovereignty.

President of Latvia visits Delska new 10 MW data center in Riga, one of the most sustainable in the Baltic countries and tailored for AI & HPC needs. Photo source: Chancery of the President of Latvia.
President of Latvia visits Delska new 10 MW data center in Riga, one of the most sustainable in the Baltic countries and tailored for AI & HPC needs. Photo source: Chancery of the President of Latvia.

“Data centers located in Latvia are essential for the development of technology companies and for the country’s digital resilience. Therefore, it is important for the state to recognize not only the challenges but also the opportunities offered by data center service providers in strengthening Latvia’s competitiveness. What we have seen and discussed with the company’s representatives today demonstrates that the company has taken a forward-looking approach in planning the capacity of the new data center and developing a sustainable and energy-efficient infrastructure to ensure uninterrupted service provision for its clients,” said President Rinkevics after the meeting.

Already recognized by professionals and prospective customers, the facility is one of the most advanced data centers in the Baltics. The 7,100-square-meter modular site supports up to 250 kW of rack capacity and is designed for long-term growth, with secured grid power and the ability to expand up to 30 MW on acquired land.

Gailitis outlined global trends shaping the data center sector, including rapid adoption of AI and rising pressure on power availability in Europe’s established hubs. With capacity constraints, companies are relocating infrastructure to regions with energy access and room to scale. In this context, the Baltic states’ growing competitiveness as data center locations was highlighted. The new Delska facility, developed with an investment exceeding 30 million euros, demonstrates strong export potential and its ability to attract international customers.

Sustainability was a central theme of the visit. The data center is powered entirely by renewable energy from Northern European wind farms, solar parks, and hydroelectricity, likewise all Delska facilities in Latvia and Lithuania. Backup generators run on Neste MY Renewable Diesel, while electricity generated during maintenance will be redirected to consumers to reduce waste. Delska is in discussions with Riga’s municipal heating company on waste heat reuse to supply residential buildings.

Built to achieve power usage effectiveness below 1.3, the facility uses hot-aisle containment, advanced free-cooling solutions, Weiss Technik Vindur® CoolW@ll systems, and Trane chillers. It supports both air and direct-to-chip liquid cooling for high-density GPU workloads.

The data center is Uptime Institute Tier III Design certified and is scheduled for Tier III Facility Certification in March. The official opening event for EU North Riga LV DC1 is scheduled for April 8.

About Delska

Delska is one of the leading data centers operators in the Baltic region, with 26+ years of experience in IT and network infrastructure. The company provides cloud, server rental, colocation, network, security, and managed services, and operates 19 MW facilities in Latvia and Lithuania.

Midea Building Technologies Showcases “Smart in One” Integrated Building Solutions at AHR Expo 2026

LAS VEGAS, Feb. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Midea Building Technologies is showcasing its comprehensive suite of cutting-edge smart building solutions under the theme “Smart in One” at the 2026 AHR Expo. The exhibition features a diverse portfolio of advanced technologies designed to address the evolving demands of key sectors, including data centers, industrial parks, and commercial buildings. Prominently featured solutions at the booth include the MagBoost Apex Pro magnetic bearing centrifugal chiller, flexible VRF systems, sustainable heat pump technologies, and the integrative Midea iBUILDING digital platform.

High-Efficiency Centrifugal Chiller for Demanding Cooling
The MagBoost Apex Pro magnetic bearing centrifugal chiller represents a significant advancement in HVAC technology, incorporating Midea’s patented second-generation oil-free magnetic bearing system. This innovative design eliminates mechanical friction and enhances efficiency and operational reliability. The unit achieves exceptional performance with an IPLV of up to 9.71 when using R1234ze(E) refrigerant. Designed for longevity, the compressor offers a 30-year lifespan with IP67 protection and operates at just 70 dB(A). Its modular design allows up to 16 units to be combined without extra controls, while supporting both R1234ze(E) and R513A refrigerants for reduced environmental impact.

Thermal Management Solution for Data Centers
With the rapid growth of AI computing and high-density server deployments, data centers require cooling solutions that deliver both efficiency and reliability. Midea provides a full-stack thermal management solution for data centers. The precise CDUs, high-performance fan walls and efficient chillers form the cornerstone of ultra-efficient data centers, enabling PUEs as low as 1.2. Multi-level redundancy and leak-proof technologies guarantee 24/7 cooling system reliability, empowering innovation without compromise.

Intelligent Integration as a Core Principle
Midea iBUILDING, a comprehensive digital platform developed by Midea Building Technologies, enables intelligent building management through seamless connectivity across devices, data, and scenarios. Its award-winning smart gateway enables connectivity to multiple types of equipment—including VRF systems, heat pumps, and chillers—through a single unit, supporting various communication protocols. With native BACnet and Modbus integration, the platform ensures seamless compatibility with existing Building Management Systems (BMS). The platform provides two core applications: iEasyComfort offers operational visibility and energy monitoring for end users, while iEasyCare enables predictive maintenance with real-time fault detection and performance analysis for service and maintenance personnel. These tools support proactive maintenance, energy optimization, and enhanced system reliability.

A Unified Answer to Diverse Challenges
“Our presence at AHR goes beyond displaying products; it’s about presenting a holistic answer,” said a spokesperson for Midea Building Technologies. “The ‘Smart in One’ philosophy is about providing interconnected solutions that directly tackle the core challenges of energy intensity, operational resilience, and management complexity across sectors like data centers, transportation hubs, industrial parks, and commercial buildings.” This integrated approach positions Midea not just as an equipment supplier, but as a partner in advancing the global building industry towards a more sustainable and intelligent future.

End the Agentic Amnesia: EverMind Launches EverMemOS Cloud and Kicks Off “Memory Genesis 2026” Global Developer Hackathon Supported by OpenAI

Offering a $80,000+ Prize Pool and Possible 50% Subscription Revenue Share to Developers Building the Future of Stateful AI.

SAN MATEO, Calif., Feb. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — EverMind today announced the official launch of EverMemOS Cloud, a production-grade memory infrastructure for AI Agents. To celebrate its milestone and accelerate the transition from “Stateless Tools” to “Persistent Intelligent Agents,” EverMind, supported by OpenAI, is partnering with leading AI communities and labs to launch the “Memory Genesis 2026” Global Developer Hackathon.

EverMind Memory Genesis Competition 2026
EverMind Memory Genesis Competition 2026

This is more than a contest; it is a paradigm shift. EverMind invites developers worldwide to re-engineer AI by giving it a “Hippocampus”—enabling agents to learn, evolve, and remember across every interaction.

1. EverMemOS Cloud: The Memory Backbone for Production AI

Now available via API, EverMemOS Cloud provides developers with:

  • Dual-Layer Memory Architecture: Automates the management of Working Memory (real-time abstraction) and Long-Term Memory (dynamic knowledge graphs).
  • Extreme Performance: SOTA accuracy as 93.05% on LoCoMo and 100–300ms latency optimized for agentic loops, supporting millions of entity relationships.
  • Token Efficiency: Advanced memory distillation reduces context-window waste and token costs by up to 70%.

Developers will receive Beta Test Invitation via Email from EverMind. New applicant can join the mail list on the website: EverMind.ai.

2. Memory Genesis 2026: Defining the Agentic Era

Running from January to March 2026, the competition is open to global developers and. participants can compete in three high-impact tracks:

  • Track 1: Agent + Memory (Use-Case Innovation) Build agents that utilize long-term consistency. Categories include Personal Digital Twins, Long-horizon Research Assistants, and Memory-enhanced CRM Copilots.
  • Track 2: Platform Plugins (Ecosystem Expansion) Integrate EverMemOS into the tools developers use every day, such as VSCode extensions, Chrome system-level memory, or integrations for LangChain and Slack.
  • Track 3: EverMemOS Infra (Components Enhancement) Optimize the core architecture and components of EverMemOS based on open-source and cloud service experience.

Developers can join the Hackathon either deploy locally with EverMemOS open-source version or use EverMemOS Cloud service. Registered developers will receive starter kit and EverMemOS Cloud invitation.

3. Disruptive Incentives: Attractive Prize Pool and Long-term Partnership

The team regards developers as ecosystem partners. In addition to an $80,000+ cash prize pool, they also introduce a Growth Incubation Plan designed to help winning projects turn into real adoption and lasting revenue.

  • Cash Prizes: $3,000–$10,000 per winning slot.
  • Marketplace Sales: If the agent/plugin is accepted into the EverMind Marketplace, developers keep 100% of direct sales revenue (details to be announced with the Marketplace launch).
  • Subscription Revenue Share: For top-tier integrations, they are exploring a revenue-share model tied to EverMemOS Cloud subscriptions influenced by those integrations—final structure and terms will be announced separately.
  • Elite Recognition: “EverMind 2026 Honor Contributor” titles, plus priority consideration for Technical Consultant opportunities with EverMind core team.

4. Roadmap: Community-Driven Innovation

  • Jan 26 (Kick-off): Global Launch Online.
  • Feb 1-28 (Build and Submit): Discord Discussions, Mentor Hours, Developers Submission and Continuous Community Update.
  • March (Judge and Announcement): Projects Evaluation, Showcases Announcement and Visitors Interaction.
  • Early April (Grand Finale): EverMind Workshop, Awards Ceremony, and Ecosystem Signing.

“One integration. Endless continuity.” Join us in giving AI a memory.

Register: https://evermind.ai/hackathon
GitHub: evermind/evermemos
Discord: https://discord.com/invite/gYep5nQRZJ

About EverMind 

EverMind is redefining the future of AI by solving one of its most fundamental limitations: long-term memory. Its flagship platform, EverMemOS, introduces a breakthrough architecture for scalable and customizable memory systems, enabling AI to operate with extended context, maintain behavioral consistency, and improve through continuous interaction.

United Imaging Healthcare North America Welcomes John Campbell as Vice President of Customer Success

HOUSTON, Feb. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — United Imaging, a global leader in advanced medical imaging and radiotherapy solutions, is pleased to announce that John Campbell recently joined the organization as Vice President of Customer Success, North America. In this role, he will support United Imaging’s continued growth by strengthening customer partnerships, advancing service excellence, and ensuring long-term value delivery across the installed base.

John brings more than 25 years of experience in the healthcare and medical imaging industry, with a career spanning military service, field operations, service leadership, and commercial sales leadership. He began his career in active duty with the United States Army as a Biomedical Equipment Specialist, managing complex medical equipment across the United States and Europe. His military leadership experience includes serving as Operations Officer for Task Force Medical Falcon in Kosovo, supporting critical medical operations in demanding environments.

Following his military service, John spent more than 20 years at Siemens, holding progressively senior leadership roles including Field Service Engineer, Regional Service Manager, Director of National Support, Zone Vice President of Service, and Area Vice President of Angiography Sales.

Throughout his career, he has been recognized for his customer-focused leadership, operational rigor, and ability to build high-performing teams that support both clinical and business outcomes.

John shared his perspective on joining United Imaging: “United Imaging is redefining what’s possible in medical imaging through innovation, responsiveness, and a genuine commitment to solving customer needs in fresh ways,” said Campbell. “I’m excited to join a team that leads with purpose and to help our customers succeed as they bring advanced imaging technology to their communities.”

John is a graduate from the United States Army Medical Equipment and Optical School, and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Science and Technology from Thomas Edison State University.  He resides in Charleston, South Carolina, with his wife and four children.

About United Imaging  

At United Imaging, we develop and produce advanced medical products, digital healthcare solutions, and intelligent systems that support the entire imaging diagnosis and treatment process. Founded in 2011, United Imaging operates subsidiaries and R&D centers worldwide. Our North American headquarters in Houston includes corporate offices, a manufacturing facility, product showroom, service training center, and service parts distribution center. Guided by our mission of Equal Healthcare for All™, we are committed to expanding access to high-quality medical imaging and driving meaningful progress in healthcare.