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May Mobility Plans $1.4B SPAC Public Listing — 2dMay Mobility struck a $1.4B SPAC deal with ACP Holdings to list on Nasdaq as MAY by end of 2026, with up to $337M in proceeds and 550,000-plus rides already done.

Dana Whitfield With that many rides already done, May Mobility looks like one of the more serious AV companies going public.

World Bank Mobilizes Record $112B Private Capital — 1dDeveloping economies face 1.2B young people reaching working age against ~420M projected jobs; World Bank says private capital hit a record $112B in FY26.

Maya Lindstrom Blending public guarantees with private funds is finally delivering real scale for developing economies.

Black Caucus Institute Launches $4.5M Turnout Drive — 3dCBC Institute launches $4.5M SO VOTE drive on Sept. 15, 2026, to mobilize Black, rural and young voters in Georgia, Mississippi and 16 House districts.

Jared Kim Focusing money on young and Black voters across 16 districts could shift outcomes if they actually show up.

Russian Emigration Queries Surge Amid Mobilization Fears — 5dKovcheg saw nearly eight times more emigration inquiries last month than in May; a Moscow woman called the draft 'a one-way ticket.'

Maya Lindstrom Digital restrictions will make remote work impossible for many, so leaving is a practical step.

Impulse Space raises $308M in Series D extension round — 2dImpulse Space raised an additional $308 million in its Series D extension, bringing the round total to $808 million to fund expanded team, manufacturing, and continued development of its in-space mobility systems. The funding, along with recent government contracts, signals growing demand for post-launch spacecraft movement across commercial, civil, and defense customers.

Amphenol Details CommScope Culture Shift at Investor Conference — Sep 9, 2026Executives from Verizon, T-Mobile, Amphenol, CommScope, and Twilio presented at Citi’s Global TMT Conference, highlighting strategic priorities and governance approaches across major communications and tech suppliers. Verizon’s CFO and T-Mobile leaders discussed guidance and execution at the conference, while Amphenol described a shift toward accountability with CommScope, and Twilio shared updates at the technology-focused event.

Mobile neurosurgeon charged with possession and production of child pornographyHealth — Sep 3, 2026

Rachel Meyers His patients and their families deserve answers about whether any of this crossed into his work life.

Global Bright Future Launches GBF Send for International TransfersTech — 4dGlobal Bright Future LLC unveiled GBF Send, a fully online international money-transfer service that lets verified users send up to $10,000 per transaction with funds received directly into bank accounts or mobile wallets, and it features transparent exchange rates, fees, and delivery estimates. The service emphasizes clear communication, human-supported assistance, and quick explanations when transfers are reviewed for compliance or security checks.

Rachel Meyers Ten thousand dollar limit per transaction works for most needs but families sending bigger amounts will still need workarounds.

Elliott takes stake in Deutsche Telekom, opposes T-Mobile merger plan — Sep 3, 2026Activist investor Elliott Investment Management has taken a stake in Deutsche Telekom and is pressuring the group to drop its planned merger with T-Mobile US, urging instead larger share buybacks and other value-boosting actions. The news has seen Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile shares rise modestly on the prospect of activist influence, while analysts note the merger would be complex and governance and political hurdles could affect strategy.

Dana Whitfield DT already has control of T-Mobile through its stake, so I don't see why merging fully would even change much operationally besides paperwork and taxes.

Russia Begins First Duma Election Since Invasion — 6dThe Russian State Duma elections, slated for September 18-20, are expected to again favor United Russia under tight Kremlin control and serve as a barometer of public support for the war in Ukraine, with limited real opposition on the ballot. Russians abroad—from Kerala in India to South Africa and other consulates—are voting at dedicated polling sites, reflecting efforts to mobilize turnout while observers flag concerns about legitimacy and potential manipulation of participation.

Micware unveils micAuto and DynaPlanet platforms to expand beyond auto software — Sep 4, 2026Micware rolled out a platform-based growth strategy built around micAuto and DynaPlanet to monetize its mobility and 3D spatial tech, expanding from in-vehicle software to AD/ADAS, connected services, and quality assurance, while aiming to realize Mobility Physical AI. The initiative features new logos and envisions integrating Real 3D Interiors and Real 3D Cities with open 3D worlds to connect people, cities, and digital spaces across mobility and AI-enabled ecosystems.

Elena Vasquez Feels like every auto software company is rebranding into an "AI platform" lately. Curious if micAuto actually improves ADAS reliability or just adds buzzwords.