Hundreds of French supermarkets, including major chains like Intermarché and E.Leclerc, had their networks breached overnight on October 11, 2026, by unidentified hackers who targeted the buildings’ Operational Technology (OT) systems, exploiting legacy refrigeration controllers connected to the internet for remote management. The cybercriminals likely exploited known … [More]
Fashion Square Debuts Four Arizona-Exclusive Brands
With the addition of numerous new retailers in recent months, Scottsdale Fashion Square is reinforcing its reputation as the region’s leading retail destination, favored among brands making their market debut. The shopping center — operated by Macerich, one of the nation’s leading owners, operators and developers of one-of-a-kind retail and mixed-use properties in top … [More]
Major Phoenix Pool Builder Names Residential Construction Leader for Next Growth Phase
Shasta Pools, Phoenix Metro’s most recognized pool builder, named Vic Harshman as Head of Residential Construction. Harshman joins the new leadership team with more than three decades of hands-on industry experience and a long-standing relationship with the company to one of its most critical leadership roles. Harshman has held senior construction leadership positions in … [More]
New Live-Fire Restaurant Takes Shape Beneath Piestewa Peak
In late fall, Hilton Phoenix Resort at The Peak will debut Emberance, a new live-fire restaurant inspired by the flavors, landscapes, and culinary traditions of the Sonoran Desert. The 7,366-square-foot standalone restaurant will bring a refined yet approachable dining experience to Phoenix, celebrating Arizona growers and producers. Designed as a destination for both Phoenix … [More]
WESTMARC Names New CEO to Advance West Valley Growth
WESTMARC named Kristin Allen as its new president and CEO. Allen, CEO of Global Ties Arizona, will take the helm on Dec. 2, 2026, bringing a proven track record spanning two decades of building partnerships, developing programs and engaging stakeholders. Allen was selected following a national search led by WESTMARC Board Chair, Bridget Schwartz-Manock. The search took place … [More]
AI-Driven Chip Demand Spurs $18M Manufacturing Expansion in Mesa
FUJIFILM Corporation will expand its semiconductor materials business by enhancing production facilities for copper interconnect CMP slurries at the FUJIFILM Electronic Materials U.S.A., Inc. production site in Mesa, Arizona. Fujifilm will also establish new production facilities capable of multi-product manufacturing of CMP slurries for diversified semiconductor manufacturing … [More]
Scottsdale Luxury Resort Trades Hands for $372M
Braemar Hotels & Resorts Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to sell the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale for $372 million, approximately $1.8 million per room, as the luxury hotel owner advances a broader portfolio restructuring and transition to self-management. The agreement was announced September 29, and Braemar has received a $10 million nonrefundable earnest … [More]
Scottsdale Based AI Firm Secures $6M in Seed Funding
Dapta, an AI sales agent for small-and-medium sized businesses (SMBs) designed to convert inbound leads faster, announced $6 million in seed investment funding led by Chingona Ventures, with participation from Crew Capital, Broom Ventures, and Cometa VC. Previous pre-seed investors 500 Global and Fen Ventures also participated. Dapta’s AI sales agent, Dapti, instantly … [More]
National Jewelry Retailer Chooses Avondale for U.S. Debut of New Store Concept
Jared Jewelers has opened the first U.S. store featuring its newest retail design concept at Gateway Crossing in Avondale, placing Greater Phoenix at the forefront of the brand’s evolving luxury shopping experience. Located at 9995 W. McDowell Road, the store introduces a more personalized, immersive environment built around curated merchandise presentation, bespoke services … [More]
700-Location Burger Chain Continues Arizona Expansion with New West Valley Location
Shake Shack will expand its West Valley presence with a new restaurant at Verrado Marketplace in Buckeye on Tuesday, October 20. Located at 1505 N. Verrado Way, Suite 102, the opening continues the company’s growth in Greater Phoenix, a market it entered a decade ago. Shake Shack opened its first Arizona restaurant at Scottsdale Fashion Square in February 2016, followed by … [More]
