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Helsinki Invites International Companies to Explore R&D Partnerships in Life Sciences and AI & Deep Tech

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HELSINKI, June 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Helsinki Partners, together with the City of Helsinki and the University of Helsinki, is inviting international companies to explore research and development partnerships at two of the city’s leading innovation environments. Through the 90 Hour Helsinki Program, senior decision makers from established companies and scaleups are currently exploring Finland’s business ecosystem over three intensive days, meeting relevant organisations and exploring partnership opportunities for AI & Deep Tech R&D.

For many international companies, R&D expansion comes with real barriers: lack of specialist talent, limited access to laboratory or cleanroom space, and the high cost of building local infrastructure. Helsinki innovation partnerships address these challenges directly – instead of investing heavily in facilities and hiring from scratch, companies can get straight to work with partner organisations, researchers, and thesis students.

Helsinki’s innovation clusters drive global breakthroughs

The 90 Hour Helsinki Program gives access to two university-driven innovation clusters: Viikki is a leading ecosystem for life sciences, biotech, and sustainability, and Kumpula for AI and deep tech research. Both clusters align with the University of Helsinki’s Future Technologies research area, which emphasises responsible and ethical approaches to new technologies.

“Our research is rooted in both scientific excellence and responsibility,” said Jouni Hirvonen, Vice-Rector of Innovation, Infrastructures and Facilities at the University of Helsinki. “Collaborating with international companies allows us to commercialise and scale innovations that both advance technology and contribute to sustainable and ethical solutions for society.”

Organisations active across the clusters include the Natural Resources Institute Finland, HiLIFE, the Ellis Institute, the Finnish Center for Artificial Intelligence (FCAI), and the LUMI AI Factory. Participants choose the track most relevant to their business and spend the day with researchers, companies, and ecosystem partners on that campus.

R&D without the upfront investment

Finland’s R&D funding landscape and cost-efficient operating environment make Helsinki one of the most practical locations in Europe for early-stage collaboration. For companies outside of the EU region, the city offers a stable European base at a time when trade conditions are shifting, with direct flight connections to major cities across Asia and Americas.

“Helsinki offers a unique environment where companies can directly engage with top research, advanced facilities, emerging talent, and the exciting startup culture,” said Heidi Humala, Director, Business Environment at Business Helsinki, City of Helsinki. “Through close collaboration, Helsinki enables private companies to accelerate their R&D without the need for heavy upfront investments.”

Innovation partnerships in practice

ASM, a global leader in semiconductor equipment, has been working with the University of Helsinki for more than two decades. The company expanded its collaboration in 2022 with the launch of the ALD Center of Excellence, a new centre focused on developing advanced materials for next-generation microchips used in AI systems, medical devices, and energy-efficient electronics.

This long-term partnership is one example of the public-private co-innovation that Helsinki supports, and that the 90 Hour Helsinki Program is designed to build.

“Helsinki is known for its trust-based business culture and functional public–private partnerships,” said Clarisse Berggårdh, CEO at Helsinki Partners. “By joining the 3-day 90 Hour Helsinki Program, companies can experience this culture firsthand and start building meaningful collaborations.”

Applications are now open for the 90 Hour Helsinki Program taking place 28–30 September, 2026. The application period closes on 14 August, 2026.

Read more and apply here.

                                   

                                   

Facts at a glance                           

                                               

•  Helsinki is the most cost-efficient city in Europe for biotech and pharma R&D

                                               

•  The Helsinki region ranks 1st in the EU for innovative SMEs collaborating with others

                                               

•  The region also leads in R&D expenditure in the business sector and international scientific co-publications

                                               

•  The University of Helsinki ranks in the top 1% of universities globally

                                               

•  ASM‘s partnership with the University of Helsinki spans more than 20 years

                                   

                                     

                                   

For more information, please contact:

Eelis Torvinen
Marketing & Communications Manager, Helsinki Partners
eelis.torvinen@helsinkipartners.com

Sonja Malin
Senior Advisor, Helsinki Partners
sonja.malin@helsinkipartners.com
+358 400 175 636

About the 90 Hour Helsinki Program and Helsinki Partners

The 90 Hour Helsinki Program, organised by Helsinki Partners, gives senior decision makers direct access to Helsinki’s life sciences and deep tech ecosystems over three intensive days. The programme includes briefings on the Finnish business environment, visits to research organisations and companies, and tailored meetings across the Viikki and Kumpula campuses. Helsinki Partners covers accommodation during the programme for up to four days for one representative per company.

Helsinki Partners is the City of Helsinki’s international investment promotion and city marketing company, providing free expansion services for businesses looking to establish a presence in Finland.

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Greenberg Traurig Strengthens Public Finance & Infrastructure Practice with Return of Houston Shareholder Carey R. Troell

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HOUSTON, July 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP continues to bolster its Public Finance & Infrastructure Practice with the return of Carey R. Troell as a shareholder in its Houston office. He rejoins the firm from Cantu Harden Montoya LLP.

“Few attorneys are as familiar with the evolution of our Texas Public Finance & Infrastructure Practice as Carey, who was part of the team during its early years nearly 20 years ago. He now returns to a Houston office that is home to one of the elite public finance and infrastructure practices in Texas and beyond,” Greenberg Traurig Executive Chairman Richard A. Rosenbaum said. “Carey’s service as a former Texas assistant attorney general and extensive background in public finance bring a unique perspective that further enhances our capabilities in this important area. His return follows the recent additions of Public Finance & Infrastructure Shareholders Taylor Klavan and Clark Stockton Lord and reflects our ongoing commitment to strategically growing and building premier teams in the markets and practices that matter most to our clients.”

Troell serves as bond counsel to state and local governmental entities throughout Texas, structuring financing transactions for counties, school districts, cities, utility systems, regional mobility authorities, housing finance corporations, tollway authorities, colleges and universities, hospital districts, water districts, and other public and quasi-public institutions. He also represents nonprofits, for-profit issuers, financial institutions, and underwriters in public finance matters.

“Carey is a highly regarded practitioner whose experience spans many of the sectors and institutions that help drive growth and development across Texas,” Public Finance & Infrastructure Practice Co-Chair Franklin D.R. Jones Jr. and Houston Public Finance & Infrastructure Shareholder Adrian Patterson said in a joint statement. “He combines technical public finance knowledge with a practical understanding of how transactions are structured and managed. Carey is an outstanding addition to our Public Finance & Infrastructure Practice, adding considerable depth to our team and enhancing our ability to serve clients on their most important financing and infrastructure matters.”

Beyond bond counsel engagements, Troell serves as underwriter’s counsel, trustee’s counsel, and bank counsel to financial institutions, and as disclosure counsel, issuer’s counsel, and general counsel to local government entities and nonprofit corporations. His representation extends to related areas affecting public finance transactions, including Texas election laws, open meeting laws, political subdivision governance, federal income tax, and federal securities laws.

“Returning to Greenberg Traurig is both a professional and personal milestone. The firm has demonstrated a long-term commitment to Houston and Texas, building a nationally recognized Public Finance & Infrastructure Practice that is exceptionally well positioned for the future,” Troell said. “I look forward to working with Frank, Adrian, and our outstanding public finance team to expand our capabilities, serve clients on their most important matters, and help cultivate the next generation of lawyers.”

About Greenberg Traurig: Greenberg Traurig, LLP has approximately 3,200 lawyers across 51 locations in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia. The firm’s broad geographic and practice range enables the delivery of innovative and strategic legal services across borders and industries. Recognized as a 2025 BTI “Best of the Best Recommended Law Firm” by general counsel for trust and relationship management, Greenberg Traurig is consistently ranked among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100, NLJ 500, and Law360 400. Greenberg Traurig is also known for its philanthropic giving, culture, innovation, and pro bono work. Web: www.gtlaw.com.

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OppFi Announces its Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Conference Call

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CHICAGO, July 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — OppFi Inc. (NYSE: OPFI) (“OppFi” or the “Company”), a leading tech-enabled digital finance platform that works with banks to provide financial products and services for everyday Americans, will report financial results for its second quarter 2026 after the market closes on Monday, August 10, 2026.

Management will host a conference call on August 10, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET to discuss OppFi’s financial results and business outlook. The conference call webcast will be available on the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website at investors.oppfi.com.

The conference call can also be accessed with the following dial-in information:

Domestic: (833) 419-0865
International: (785) 838-9333
Conference ID: OPPFI

An archived version of the webcast will be available on OppFi’s website.

About OppFi
OppFi (NYSE: OPFI) is a leading tech-enabled digital finance platform that works with banks to provide financial products and services for everyday Americans. Through a transparent and responsible platform, which includes financial inclusion and excellent customer experience, the Company supports consumers who are turned away by mainstream options to build better financial health. OppLoans by OppFi maintains a 4.4/5.0 star rating on Trustpilot with more than 5,400 reviews, making the Company one of the top consumer-rated financial platforms online. OppFi also holds a 35% equity interest in Bitty Holdings, LLC (“Bitty”), a credit access company that offers revenue-based financing and other working capital solutions to small businesses. For more information, please visit oppfi.com.

Investors:

investors@oppfi.com

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CarParts.com Sets Second Quarter 2026 Conference Call for Thursday, August 6, 2026

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LONG BEACH, Calif., July 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CarParts.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: PRTS) will hold a conference call on Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time (5:00 p.m. Eastern Time) to discuss its financial results for the second quarter ended July 4, 2026. The results will be reported in a press release prior to the call.

CarParts.com, Inc. CEO David Meniane and Interim CFO Mark DiSiena will host the conference call live via an audio webcast.

The live webcast of the event can be accessed at www.carparts.com/investor/news-events. A replay of the webcast will be archived on the company’s website at www.carparts.com/investor.

About CarParts.com, Inc.
CarParts.com, Inc. is a technology-led ecommerce company offering over 1.5 million quality automotive parts and accessories. Operating for over 30 years, the Company serves over 2.5 million unique customers annually through its website and mobile app, backed by a nationwide, company-operated distribution network providing 2-day delivery to approximately 95% of the continental United States. The company operates CarParts.com and a portfolio of brands including JC Whitney®, Kool-Vue, Evan Fischer, Garage-Pro, and CarParts Wholesale. For more information, visit CarParts.com.

CarParts.com is headquartered in Torrance, California. 

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IR@carparts.com

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