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Business Wrap: AI Enhances Enterprise Tools, Companies Announce Major Funding and Strategic Partnerships

16.9.25

NEW YORK, Sept. 16, 2025 – As the business day concludes, a clear narrative of technological integration, strategic financing, and consumer engagement emerges. Companies across sectors from education to real estate and healthcare are deploying AI to streamline operations and unlock new efficiencies. Meanwhile, significant funding rounds and acquisitions are reshaping markets, and brands are connecting with consumers through creative partnerships and timely promotions.

AI Transforms Business Operations and HR

Artificial intelligence continues to be woven into the fabric of enterprise software, with a focus on solving specific industry challenges. Imagine Learning reported that its AI-powered feedback tool in Imagine EdgeEX™ speeds up teacher response times on student writing by 28%, returning assignments nearly nine hours faster on average. In commercial real estate, Crexi introduced Crexi Vault, an AI solution that extracts and organizes data from documents to accelerate deal-making.

The Human Resources sector also saw major AI advancements. Oracle announced new AI agents embedded in its Fusion Cloud HCM to help automate workflows and improve performance management. This comes as new research from the Josh Bersin Company reveals that AI is revolutionizing talent acquisition, shifting it from manual recruiting to a data-driven model. However, a new study from Zappi cautions that while AI investment is surging, data fragmentation remains a key obstacle for brands trying to unlock insights.

Major Funding, Acquisitions, and Corporate Finance

Significant capital is flowing into innovative companies. Nofence, a leader in virtual fencing technology for livestock, announced it has raised over $35 million in a Series B funding round to accelerate its U.S. expansion. In the medical technology space, Trinity Capital Inc. committed up to $50 million in growth funding to Nalu Medical to support its commercial momentum.

In a key acquisition, Arc Impact has acquired selected assets of Desktop Metal and is relaunching the business as an AI-driven advanced manufacturing platform. On the public markets, both Petróleos Mexicanos (PEMEX) and Australia’s APA Infrastructure Limited announced the early results of their respective cash tender offers for outstanding senior notes.

Consumer Brands Launch New Products and Partnerships

Brands are finding creative ways to engage with their audiences. Luxury re-commerce leader FASHIONPHILE has partnered with publisher Assouline to release The Book of Iconic Bags, highlighting the 25 most influential handbags of all time. For home entertainment enthusiasts, LG Electronics announced the U.S. debut of its new CineBeam S Ultra Short Throw projector, a compact unit that delivers 4K picture quality.

To celebrate National Cheeseburger Day, Smashburger® is offering a $4.99 deal on its single Certified Angus Beef® burgers. In a sweet new partnership, U.S. Soccer has teamed up with candy maker Ferrara to make brands like NERDS® and Trolli® part of the fan experience at matches nationwide.

Philanthropy and Community Engagement in Focus

Corporate and community philanthropy made headlines today. Granite Telecommunications extended its 17-year run as a top corporate philanthropist in Massachusetts, ranking No. 2 statewide after donating over $46 million to local nonprofits in 2024. In Maryland, the Kiddie Academy of Urbana raised $4,000 to support Sophie and Madigan’s Playground, an inclusive play space. A new report from the RAND Corporation and the Terner Center also offered solutions to maximize the impact of the national Housing Choice Voucher program.



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